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Company DescriptionMcFadyen Digital is the leading advisor and implementer of eCommerce Marketplace solutions During 15 years of implementing marketplaces weve built dozens of platforms that cumulatively generate billions of dollars of gross merchandise value GMV Were honored to have supported 10 of the Fortune 500 with their digital marketplace initiatives Over 250 global brands like ABB AB InBev ACCO Albertsons American Red Cross American Eagle Outfitters US Army US Agriculture Dept and many more have entrusted their digital transformations to McFadyen We operate global offices across the US Brazil and India McFadyen Digital has been a trusted employer for 35 years and believes that people are the most important part of our company Were proud of our Great Place to Work certification Learn more about us at our website 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 Lead Development Efforts BigCommerce Platform Management Team Leadership BigCommerce Development 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 QualificationsTop 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 Additional InformationWhat 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 Our Core Values Client Focus Owning the Outcome Adaptable CaringMcFadyens goal is to ensure that our clients are able to maximize the return on their technology investment by providing better service to their clients partners and internal teams At McFadyen we truly believe our employees are our most valuable asset Across our locations in the US Brazil and India we offer a world class work culture that enables top notch delivery for some of the worlds most influential companies McFadyen Digital is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity expression national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal state or local law where applicable