Lead Software Engineer, Identity

Automattic is hiring a Lead Software Engineer, Identity to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead Software Engineer, Identity, you'll design, build, and ship reliable software that scales to millions of users. This is a full-time, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — Anywhere in the US). About the role You'll design, build, and ship reliable software that scales to millions of users, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Review pull requests and mentor teammates • Collaborate with product and design on new initiatives • Write clean, well-tested, and documented code • Develop, test, and maintain features across the stack • Improve performance, reliability, and developer experience What we offer: • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • 100% remote, work-from-anywhere-in-the-US culture • Flexible working hours across US time zones • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Annual learning and professional development budget How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Automattic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • Strong communication in a remote, async environment • US work authorization • Experience with version control and CI/CD • Solid understanding of data structures, APIs, and databases Nice to have: • A track record of taking ownership and shipping independently • Comfort communicating clearly and proactively in writing