Front-End Developer

Summary

Join Miva as a Front-End Web Developer and contribute to impactful projects, building dynamic web components and innovative features for Miva Merchant eCommerce stores. Collaborate with a team of developers, designers, and experts to deliver high-quality solutions. Work remotely, primarily on Pacific Time schedules, in a collaborative and solutions-focused environment. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience, proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and a strong understanding of JSON APIs and secure coding practices. Miva offers a competitive salary, unlimited PTO, and various benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and flexible work schedule.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of professional experience as a web developer
• Proficiency in coding HTML, CSS, and JavaScript from scratch without reliance on frameworks, libraries, or packages
• Ability to develop responsive, secure, performant, accessible, and maintainable solutions
• Ability to integrate HTML, CSS, & JavaScript solutions into a server-side templating language
• Ability to complete OWASP Top Ten security training and apply secure coding standards
• Solid understanding of JSON APIs, XML markup, and HTTP request/response flows
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git preferred)
• Familiarity with server-side programming languages and concepts (Node.js, Python, PHP, etc.)
• Familiarity with the command line, build processes, and Docker
• Familiarity with authoring automated test scripts (ex, Playwright, Cypress, etc.)
• Ability to work independently with drive, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a team environment with strong communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Interpret user requirements to create clear and effective software specifications
• Analyze business processes to inform development decisions
• Learn and apply the features of the Miva Merchant eCommerce CMS and software
• Convert designs and specs to interactive & responsive solutions using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Miva Template Language
• Optimize functionality for performance, maintainability, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility
• Adhere to secure coding best practices
• Develop manual and automated tests to ensure software quality
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to an innovative development environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in eCommerce development, UX best practices, and SEO optimization
• Experience with theming and customizing CMS platforms (WordPress, Shopify, etc.)
• Experience with template languages (Liquid, Twig, etc.)
• Experience implementing and customizing responsive design frameworks (Bootstrap, Foundation, etc.)

Benefits

• Remote company - work from anywhere
• Unlimited PTO
• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life
• 401k with company match; vested immediately
• Flexible work schedule