Rob James
About Rob James
Rob James is a Platform Technical Lead at WP Engine and a Freelance Web Developer, with extensive experience in the WordPress ecosystem and a diverse background in technical leadership, customer support, and sales.
Current Roles and Positions
Rob James currently serves as the Platform Technical Lead at WP Engine, where he has been employed since January 2021. He also works as a freelance web developer and holds the position of Founder at Motorsport Interactive in the UK. Additionally, he is involved with White Rabbit Racing in web development and event planning. These roles demonstrate his versatility and expertise in both technical and non-technical domains.
Previous Work Experience
Rob James has gathered extensive international experience through various roles over the years. He was the Platform Technical Lead and European Team Lead at Flywheel, in addition to working as a Happiness Engineer. His non-technical roles have included positions such as Pub Manager at Shepherds House Inn and Sales & Admin at Woodley Sports & Tackle. James also served as Technical Director at Infinity House Productions and CSR at Ignite Game Technologies.
Founded Ventures
Rob James has founded multiple ventures, emphasizing his entrepreneurial spirit. Notably, he founded Racked Dedicated Hosting and served as its Director from 2010 to 2013. He is also the founder of Motorsport Interactive, showcasing a broad interest base and capability in managing businesses. These roles reflect his ability to initiate and direct business operations successfully.
Educational Background
Rob James studied at Waingels College, where he completed his GCSEs from 1996 to 2000. His coursework included Business Studies, IT, Math, English, French, and Science. This educational foundation set the stage for his diverse career, which now spans various technical and managerial roles within different industries.
Experience with WordPress Ecosystem
Rob James has a long history of working within the WordPress ecosystem. He has extensive experience with multiple WordPress products, including Atlas, Flywheel, Genesis, and Local. His work focuses on evolving products, customer experience, and workplace culture, making him a significant contributor to the platform's development and growth.