E-Commerce Developer

Job Description

E-Commerce Developer

Job Summary

Codal is searching for an experienced and passionate eCommerce developer. We need a web engineer who specializes in the popular eCommerce platform (BigCommerce/Shopify). Our ideal candidate will create rich, interactive front-end solutions that fulfill our clientele’s eCommerce requirements with their rich expertise in web development.

Candidates must have proven experience in BigCommerce/Shopify development and should be extremely well-versed in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript languages. Other responsibilities include:

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborating with the UX and UI design teams to produce seamless, robust, and innovative front-end user experiences
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously, and be able to address their specific needs and requirements at a moment’s notice
• Act as a subject matter expert in BigCommerce/Shopify, specializing in all facets of the platform
• Be on the front lines with other Front End Developers building out custom-tailored BigCommerce/Shopify themes, altering pre-existing templates, and complex custom solutions
• Collaborate closely Project Managers, Technical Leads, and clients to architect and craft BigCommerce websites
• Create compelling solutions and functionality that inspire users and meet business goals
• Stay current on BigCommerce and Shopify API changes and properly utilize them in your work
• Understanding business needs that drive project features & functions and provide internal consultation

Requirements

• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in front-end technology
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in eCommerce web development
• Expert knowledge of HTML and CSS nuances and proper semantics
• Expert skill set in JavaScript
• Solid understanding of progressive enhancement, responsive design, accessibility and best UX/UI practices
• Strong knowledge of the BigCommerce or Shopify platform
• An expertise in BigCommerce/Shopify theme development and customization
• Expert level knowledge of BigCommerce Stencil framework (handlebars, front matters etc)
• Comfortability working with graphQL, Storefront APIs and Stencil/Liquid util-APIs
• Ability to work within a team environment where design and production are a collaborative effort
• Solid understanding of common Web accessibility patterns
• Experienced in integrating with REST APIs
• Background in page speed and rendering efficiency testing and remediation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with team members and clients
• Superb troubleshooting & debugging skills

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.