Software Engineer ID44006
AgileEngine.com
Office
QUETZALTENANGO, Guatemala
Full Time
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join a forward-thinking engineering team building high-performance web solutions at the intersection of PHP, WordPress, and emerging AI technologies. As a Middle Software Engineer, you’ll drive the development of scalable WordPress applications while gradually expanding into Python-based and AI-focused projects. This role is perfect for a versatile developer eager to innovate, grow across the full stack, and shape the evolution of modern, data-driven platforms in a collaborative and learning-oriented environment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join a forward-thinking engineering team building high-performance web solutions at the intersection of PHP, WordPress, and emerging AI technologies. As a Middle Software Engineer, you’ll drive the development of scalable WordPress applications while gradually expanding into Python-based and AI-focused projects. This role is perfect for a versatile developer eager to innovate, grow across the full stack, and shape the evolution of modern, data-driven platforms in a collaborative and learning-oriented environment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Design, develop, and maintain WordPress-based applications and plugins, ensuring scalability and high performance;
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement backend and frontend solutions, integrating with GraphQL APIs and other services;
- Contribute to Python-based tools and automation, with the goal of expanding technical expertise in this area;
- Support and occasionally modify existing Java features when needed;
- Implement unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability;
- Use Datadog and other observability tools to monitor performance and troubleshoot production issues;
- Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and continuous improvement initiatives;
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies, with a focus on AI-driven development and cloud infrastructure.
- PHP (80%) – Advanced proficiency, with strong experience in WordPress customization, plugin development, and CMS integration;
- Python – Mid/junior level, mainly for developing small tools and automation scripts, with the expectation to expand these responsibilities over time;
- GraphQL – Strong knowledge of API design, schema development, and performance optimization;
- Testing frameworks: experience with JUnit (for Java) and React Testing Library;
- Upper-Intermediate English level.
- Java – Basic understanding, sufficient to maintain or modify existing features occasionally;
- React – Basic understanding, plus willingness to learn and assist with frontend testing when required;
- Terraform – Experience with Infrastructure as Code for managing cloud resources;
- AWS (S3, CloudFront) – Familiarity with scalable, distributed cloud solutions;
- SEO principles – Understanding of web performance and optimization for visibility;
- Awareness of AI integration – Knowledge of how AI tools can enhance development workflows.
- Professional growth: Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.
- Competitive compensation: We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.
- A selection of exciting projects: Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.
- Flextime: Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office – whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.