Software Engineer (WordPress, PHP, Gutenberg) - Remote

Software Engineer: WordPress, PHP, and Gutenberg Specialist (Remote)

Who we are

Employment Hero is on a mission to make employment easier and more valuable for everyone. Our Employment Operating System integrates hiring, HR, payroll, and benefits into a single, all-in-one solution. Since 2014, we have scaled to a $2 billion valuation, servicing over 300,000 businesses and more than 2 million employees across 6 countries globally (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, the UK, and Canada).

The EH Way: Our Culture

• We are Mission First: Everything is driven by our core Mission.
• We are Remote First: We champion a remote environment, preferring asynchronous communication and high autonomy.
• We are AI First: We commit to using AI to accelerate our mission, viewing it as fundamental to how we operate, innovate, and scale.
• We are Apolitical: We do not take positions on political or social topics unless related to our Mission.
• We Live by Our Values: We role model our values 100% of the time.
• We Expect High Performance: We set a high standard and strive for excellence.

This Role: Software Engineer

As a Software Engineer, you will:

• Take ownership of both technical delivery and team leadership within your squad.
• Build high-performance, scalable WordPress solutions, leveraging the Gutenberg editor and modern PHP practices.
• Ensure solutions are optimized for performance, security, and scalability, minimizing reliance on external plugins.
• Lead and mentor a squad of engineers, setting coding standards, conducting code reviews, and fostering a mission-first, high-performance culture.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and Engineering peers to deliver impactful outcomes in a fast-moving product environment.

Who You Are

To thrive at Employment Hero, you must embody The EH Way, operating with focus, agility, and an obsession with impact. For this role, you will also bring:

• Proven hands-on expertise in PHP, WordPress, and Gutenberg.
• Understanding of JavaScript (React), specifically for Gutenberg block development.
• Knowledge of modern frontend technologies (React, Vue.js, Tailwind CSS).
• Strong background with modern PHP frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony).
• Solid understanding of OOP, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
• Experience with MySQL/MariaDB/PostgreSQL, including query optimization and database design.
• Proficiency with Git and collaborative workflows.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and cloud deployments (AWS).
• Experience with unit testing and E2E testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead by example and mentor others.
• Experience working in Agile environments.

Bonus Skills

• Proficiency in RESTful API design and integration.
• Familiarity with headless CMS architectures.
• Experience in SaaS or product-based environments.
• Exposure to hosting infrastructure, Reverse Proxy, CDN, WAF, etc.

What We Can Offer

Joining Employment Hero means:

• You will work remotely, with the flexibility to own your time and impact.
• You will access cutting-edge tools to amplify your work, knowledge, and outputs.
• You’ll surround yourself with ambitious, outcome-driven colleagues.
• You’ll own ESOP (employee share options) in one of the world’s fastest-growing tech companies.
• Access to a wide range of benefits, including a generous parental leave policy, subsidized egg freezing, a WFH office expense budget, and outstanding learning & development opportunities.

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Employment Hero celebrates diverse perspectives and experiences, inviting people of all backgrounds and identities to apply.

Company Overview

Employment Hero is the world’s first Employment Operating System, managing everything employment-related from hiring to retirement in one place. Employment Hero helps over 300,000 businesses worldwide manage HR, payroll, rewards, and recognition, all automated behind the scenes. For the 2M+ employees and jobseekers using Employment OS, it serves as their work passport to unlock job opportunities, manage work admin, and grow their careers.