Senior PHP/MySQL/WordPress Developer

K12 Coalition; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic corporate Technology Team that values innovation and collaboration. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll lead development projects, optimize WordPress sites, and ensure robust solutions that enhance operational efficiency. This role is perfect for proactive problem-solvers who thrive in collaborative environments. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while contributing to meaningful educational outcomes. With a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, this opportunity offers a chance to make a real impact in the K-12 education sector.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a WordPress developer with PHP and MySQL expertise.
• Strong understanding of web technologies and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize WordPress websites, themes, and plugins.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.

Skills

PHP

MySQL

WordPress Development

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Web Development

Tools

Git

Google Analytics

AWS

Job description

About K12 Coalition

K12 Coalition provides products and services that help K-12 schools and teachers achieve transformational learning outcomes. We tackle many of today’s toughest education obstacles, including teacher recruitment and retention, student learning acceleration, ongoing teacher coaching and development, long-range strategic planning, and school equity audits. K12 Coalition came together when educators with deep experience as teachers, school leaders and high-level district administrators observed a genuine need for something better. Our divisions include iteach, Passage Preparation, Teaching Channel, Insight Education Group and Lavinia Group.

About the Technology Team: The Technology Team at K12 Coalition serves as a central services team for the entire organization, supporting all four divisions and acting as part of the corporate team. Our role is to provide robust, scalable technology solutions that empower each division to meet its goals while ensuring alignment with the broader organizational objectives. As a central resource, we collaborate across functions to deliver impactful solutions that enhance operational efficiency, user experience, and strategic outcomes.

Location: Remote, available from anywhere within the U.S.

Travel: Up to 10% for team meetings and conferences as needed.

The Opportunity

Join our dynamic corporate Technology Team that values innovation and collaboration while supporting all divisions across K12 Coalition. We seek a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer to join our team as a Development Lead. This pivotal role involves deep technical expertise and strong communication and leadership skills. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders, lead development projects, and work closely with end users across our divisions to deliver high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions.

This role is perfect for a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a collaborative environment and has the technical depth to architect innovative solutions while ensuring the development of best practices.

The Senior PHP/WordPress Developer will report to the Chief Technology Officer.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, maintain, and optimize WordPress websites, themes, and plugins.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented PHP and MySQL code.
• Perform testing, including unit and quality assurance testing, to ensure robust and error-free deliverables.
• Collaborate across functions (designers, product owners, marketing, and other developers) to align project requirements and outcomes.
• Communicate directly with end users to gather feedback, understand needs, and translate them into actionable development plans.
• Architect and implement scalable, secure, and efficient solutions for web projects.
• Perform detailed code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure quality and maintainability.
• Identify and address security vulnerabilities, implementing best practices to safeguard applications (e.g., protection against XSS and SQL Injection).
• Optimize website performance and enhance SEO through code and infrastructure improvements.
• Track and analyze website performance using tools like Google Analytics, and integrate tracking solutions where needed.
• Other Duties: Support the team with additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to help meet evolving organizational goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of demonstrable experience as a WordPress developer, with expertise in PHP and MySQL.
• Proven ability to build and customize WordPress themes and plugins.
• Strong understanding of web technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and APIs (especially REST API).
• Experience with version control systems such as Git or Azure DevOps.
• Familiarity with modern frameworks, tools, and design systems for web development.
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with end users, gather feedback, and deliver user-centric solutions.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles, including designing scalable and maintainable systems.
• Experience conducting code reviews and ensuring compliance with development standards.
• In-depth knowledge of security best practices in WordPress and web development.
• Proficiency in analytics and tracking, including integrating and optimizing tools like Google Analytics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Solution-oriented and strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience with hosting platforms (e.g., cPanel, AWS, or VPS environments).
• Background in optimizing website performance and SEO.
• Understanding of Python for accessing APIs and returning data.
• Familiarity with UX/UI design principles.

Who You Are

• You foster collaboration - You work effectively within and across teams, welcoming multiple viewpoints and valuing diverse perspectives.
• You are an effective communicator with the ability to build and sustain relationships - You communicate effectively, ensuring your ideas are accessible to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• You are a problem solver - You have the ability and experience to navigate ambiguous situations or issues as they arise. You are a natural problem solver and seek solutions.
• You are service-oriented - You bring a positive and proactive approach to customer service, known for your ability to solve problems and assist others efficiently.

Compensation Range

The compensation range for this position is $100,000 - $140,000. As part of our commitment to pay equity, new hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the salary band minimum and the salary band midpoint, depending on qualifications, location, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role.

Why Work with Us

We believe in supporting the whole employee by offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet diverse needs. Our full-time employee benefits include flexible time off, paid parental leave, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) with company matching. We are committed to fostering a work environment that promotes both personal and professional well-being.

Our Selection Process

Our selection process typically includes an online application, short phone interview, hiring manager interview, candidate exercise, final interview and reference check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

K12 Coalition is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or accommodation during the interview process due to a disability, please email us at [e-mail]. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.