Head of Web Development, LinkGraph

• We’re not just looking for a manager, we’re looking for a WordPress rockstar and player-coach who leads by example, mentors the team, and consistently pushes the bar higher
• Expert-level experience with WordPress: core, themes, templates, plugins, and custom development
• Deep knowledge of performance optimization strategies and SEO fundamentals
• Familiar with or experienced in headless WordPress implementations (Next.js, Gatsby, etc.)
• Proven track record of delivering high PSI/Core Web Vitals scores across desktop and mobile
• Strong grasp of web standards, accessibility, and responsive design
• Advanced proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (React, Vue, Angular)
• Experience with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and modern deployment practices
• Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring web development teams
• Clear history of setting and enforcing coding best practices and QA processes
• High attention to detail, quality-focused mindset, and proactive ownership of website health
• Able to operate as both a leader and individual contributor (i.e., a player-coach)
• Comfortable reviewing code, guiding architecture, and setting the bar for technical excellence

Desirable

• We are seeking an experienced and technically exceptional Head of Web Development to lead our web development efforts across multiple brands and client projects
• This role requires a hands-on leader who can set high standards, solve complex technical problems, and drive continuous improvement in performance, reliability, and team output
• You will act as the primary custodian of several high-profile WordPress websites and ensure they evolve with best-in-class technical practices
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate the web development team to deliver high-quality work, maintain coding standards, and implement best practices
• Serve as the technical owner and quality gatekeeper for all our web properties, including:
• SearchAtlas.com, Linkgraph.com, Linklaboratory.com, SignalGenesys.com, and Mightyscribes.com
• Build and maintain highly performant, scalable, and secure WordPress sites with modern architecture
• Ensure seamless, zero-downtime deployment pipelines using CI/CD and proper staging workflows
• Identify and fix website performance issues, implement Core Web Vitals best practices, and achieve top PageSpeed Insights (PSI) scores
• Establish strong QA processes to eliminate issues like broken links, typos, missing meta tags, and other quality flaws before publishing
• Collaborate with stakeholders across product, design, and marketing to align technical work with business goals and growth targets
• Contribute to and help oversee development of WordPress plugins, templates, and components as needed
• Keep the team informed and trained on new technologies, trends, and tooling, especially around performance and modern WordPress strategies (e.g., headless WordPress)
• Evaluate and continuously raise the technical bar of the development team’s work
• Own and manage the development budget efficiently, ensuring alignment with company profit margins and delivery expectations