Senior WordPress Tech Lead: AI-Driven, Client-Facing

Blacksmith Agency; United States; Remote; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Blacksmith Agency in Canada is seeking a senior WordPress Tech Lead to manage end-to-end WordPress builds for US/Canada clients. You will scope work, guide templates, plugins and blocks, and ensure fast, secure sites while engaging directly with clients. You will drive AI-assisted development and mentor junior developers.

Fluency in English and strong communication are essential. This remote role offers autonomy and the chance to shape high-performance web experiences across borders.

Qualifications

• Strong custom WordPress and PHP, plus modern HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• The ability to scope work and tie it to a client's business goals.
• Real fluency using AI to drive development efficiency.
• Client-facing communication and excellent English.
• Experience leading or owning builds, not just closing tickets.

Responsibilities

• Scope client work against business objectives and set the build approach.
• Lead custom WordPress builds: themes, templates, plugins and blocks.
• Drive efficiency with AI across the development process.
• Be the development voice the client hears, and keep their sites healthy.

Skills

WordPress

PHP

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

AI usage

Client communication

Job description

Blacksmith Agency in Canada is seeking a senior WordPress Tech Lead to manage end-to-end WordPress builds for US/Canada clients. You will scope work, guide templates, plugins and blocks, and ensure fast, secure sites while engaging directly with clients. You will drive AI-assisted development and mentor junior developers.

Fluency in English and strong communication are essential. This remote role offers autonomy and the chance to shape high-performance web experiences across borders.