BigCommerce Developer

YOU SHOULD HAVE:

• Strong knowledge of 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/ECMA Script 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 be highly organized
• 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)
• Excellent 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
• Passion to build a startup
• Reliable transportation if working in-house
• A reliable workstation with a fast computer, microphone and speakers, webcam, reliable internet and power if working remotely
• BigCommerce certification (preferred)

YOUR DUTIES AND TASKS:

• Developing eCommerce sites on 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 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