BigCommerce Lead Or Architect

Are you a highly skilled and experienced BigCommerce Lead looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the world of eCommerce? Join McFadyen Digital, the leading advisor and implementer of eCommerce marketplace solutions with a proven track record of building platforms that generate billions of dollars in GMV. With over 15 years of expertise and the trust of over 250 global brands, including 10% of the Fortune 500, McFadyen Digital is at the forefront of digital transformation.

As a BigCommerce Lead, you will drive the development and management of our BigCommerce-based e-commerce platform. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background, a deep understanding of e-commerce best practices,

and experience leading development teams. This role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure e-commerce solutions that meet our business objectives.

If you have a passion for cutting-edge technology, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of eCommerce, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

Responsibilities

Top 5 responsibilities

1 Lead Development Efforts

2 BigCommerce Platform Management

3 Team Leadership

4 BigCommerce Development

5 Integration and Customization

Other responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical lead for all BigCommerce projects, overseeing the design, development, and deployment of e-commerce solutions.
• Work closely with designers, developers, and project managers to deliver projects on time and within scope.
• Manage the BigCommerce platform, including customizations, integrations, and third-party applications.
• Ensure the platform is optimized for performance, scalability, and security.
• Mentor and guide a team of developers, providing technical direction and support.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Lead the design and development of custom BigCommerce themes, plugins, and extensions.
• Implement advanced customizations, including API integrations, third-party services, and custom functionality.
• Optimize and maintain existing BigCommerce stores, ensuring performance, scalability, and security.
• Develop and implement custom solutions, including API integrations, custom plugins, and extensions.
• Ensure seamless integration with other systems, such as ERP, CRM, and payment gateways.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior developers and other team members.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and other developers to define technical requirements and project timelines.

Performance Optimization

• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in BigCommerce applications.
• Implement caching strategies, optimize database queries, and enhance overall application performance.

Quality Assurance

• Establish and enforce quality assurance processes to ensure all developments are thoroughly tested and meet requirements.
• Identify and resolve any technical issues or bugs in a timely manner

Continuous Improvement

• Stay up to date with the latest BigCommerce updates, industry trends, and emerging technologies.
• Promote continuous learning and improvement within the team, encouraging the adoption of new tools and techniques.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including UX/UI designers, product managers, and marketing teams, to deliver seamless e-commerce experiences.
• Communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications

Top 5 Qualifications

• Deep expertise in BigCommerce development, including the Stencil framework, BigCommerce APIs, and custom theme/plugin development.
• Strong proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and back-end development (PHP, Node.js, Java etc.).
• Experience with RESTful API development and third-party integrations.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of cloud services, serverless architectures, and performance optimization techniques.

Other Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

What we can offer you

• A career with thought leaders who literally wrote the book on Marketplace Best Practices.
• A career in the fast-paced world of retail eCommerce, digital marketplaces and platform businesses.
• A career with first movers who are deploying new business models and strategies worldwide.
• A career in a flat management structure without a rigid hierarchy and bureaucracy.
• A career in a culture that rewards creativity and innovation, risk-taking and teamwork.

Additional information

Building a great company culture is a top priority for McFadyen Digital. We try to provide the best environment possible for team members - one that treats people the way they want to be treated. Culture Index is one of our tools for enhancing our enjoyable and productive people-focused environment. In order to be considered for this position, please follow this link to fill out a short Culture Index survey https://go.apply.ci/s/UGSEoxjTNs . Please use as many descriptors as possible that pertain to you. There are no right or wrong answers.

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