BigCommerce Developer

**You Should Have:**

* Experience creating custom widgets and reusable front-end components within BigCommerce.
* Proficiency with BigCommerce’s Storefront GraphQL API for dynamic and data-driven features.
* Strong knowledge of the BigCommerce platform.
* An expertise in BigCommerce theme development and customization.
* Expert level knowledge of BigCommerce Stencil framework (handlebars, front matters etc).
* Comfortability working with Storefront APIs and Stencil util-APIs.
* An expertise in HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript/ECMAScript 5/6.
* An expertise in JavaScript libraries (eg: jQuery).
* A thorough understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues.
* Strong understanding of responsive web design techniques.
* Understanding of W3C web standards/semantics and accessibility guidelines.
* An ability to work on multiple projects and tasks at the same time.
* A great attention to detail and highly organized work style.
* A positive and upbeat attitude with the ability to learn quickly.
* A minimum of 2 years of experience in BigCommerce website development.
* Experience with WordPress, Magento, and Shopify (preferred).
* Experience with ReactJS/AngularJS (preferred).
* Proficiency in PHP/MYSQL and AJAX (preferred).
* Strong written and spoken English.
* The availability to work 40 hours per week from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm PST.
* The ability to adapt to a diverse and multicultural environment.
* BigCommerce certification (preferred).
* Strong communication and collaboration skills, able to clearly discuss ideas, technical concepts, and feedback.
* A proactive mindset and the ability to take initiative and ownership of your work.
* A reliable workstation with a fast computer, microphone and speakers, webcam, reliable internet and power if working remotely.

**Your Duties & Tasks:**

* Build custom widgets and components to enhance site functionality and user experience.
* Implement interactive and data-driven features using BigCommerce’s Storefront GraphQL API.
* Developing eCommerce sites on the BigCommerce platform.
* Developing custom BigCommerce themes.
* Migrating websites from other eCommerce platforms to BigCommerce.
* Extending BigCommerce functionalities to next level using storefront APIs, Stencil util-API.
* Integrating third party and platform supported apps in the sites.
* Setting up payment integration, shipping methods and taxes in the BigCommerce platform.
* Optimizing page speed of BigCommerce Sites.
* Implementing SEO/CRO best practices in BigCommerce sites.
* Upgrading sites from BluePrint to Stencil Framework.
* Transforming complex PSD layouts into pixel-perfect presentation layer HTML5/CSS3 templates.
* Creating responsive website designs.
* Working with version control systems such as GIT / SVN.
* Working under tight deadlines.
* Handling multiple projects at the same time.
* Producing high-quality work with a strong focus on detail.
* Communicate clearly and regularly with team leads, project managers, and designers to align on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
* Take initiative in suggesting improvements, sharing feedback, and identifying opportunities to enhance workflows and project outcomes.

We are looking for talented and diligent candidates who excel in our skills tests, and will consider these candidates even if past experience or educational background criteria aren't met.

_California, New York, Washington, and Colorado: starting base pay for this position ranges between $17 - $35 per hour. Compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills test performance, geographic location, and seniority of the position offered. Outside of California, New York, Washington, and Colorado compensation may fall outside the above ranges._