Web Developer

Miva is seeking a Full-stack Web Developer with strong solution engineering skills and deep eCommerce experience to join our Professional Services team. This role involves development within the Miva platform, utilizing Miva’s server-side templating language (MVT), alongside HTML5, CSS3, and vanilla JavaScript. We emphasize engineering fundamentals, focusing on efficient server-side logic for dynamic content and enhancing storefront experiences with clean, well-structured JavaScript and CSS.

Beyond UI development, the Web Developer acts as a technical bridge, integrating Miva stores with broader business ecosystems. This includes crafting custom integrations with external APIs, from modern RESTful marketing platforms to legacy XML-based warehouse systems, without third-party library reliance. The ideal candidate will manage large-scale builds, ongoing maintenance, troubleshooting, and project discovery across multiple client accounts, demonstrating strong time management and focus.

This is a client-facing delivery position, not an internal product or R&D role. The Web Developer collaborates with Product Managers, UX Designers, and other delivery team members to translate business requirements into high-performing solutions within defined scope and timelines. As a key technical liaison, effective communication with clients, both written and verbal, is essential, along with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-technical stakeholders.

Things you will do:

• Scope, estimate, and execute development tasks based on approved client requirements, SOWs, and service offerings.
• Develop, customize, and maintain eCommerce storefronts using HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+ vanilla) within platform template and configuration layers.
• Maintain deep platform knowledge to apply optimal store configurations within the Miva admin.
• Develop and support integrations using platform and third-party APIs (REST and SOAP-based services) to connect Miva stores with ERPs, CRMs, payment providers, shipping systems, analytics platforms, and marketing tools.
• Consume, map, and validate external data within eCommerce workflows, managing authentication, rate limits, and error conditions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve frontend, backend, and configuration issues within the eCommerce platform and connected systems.
• Optimize storefront performance, focusing on Core Web Vitals, SEO, accessibility, and eCommerce conversion metrics.
• Ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility using a mobile-first approach.
• Configure full-funnel eCommerce analytics and GA4 tracking using GTM.
• Develop optimized purchase flows to improve usability, accessibility, speed, and conversion performance.
• Implement merchandising solutions for cross-selling, dynamic product listings, and personalization.
• Configure rule-based promotions and discounts.
• Apply eCommerce-specific SEO best practices, including schema markup, product metadata optimization, faceted navigation handling, and crawlability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established standards.
• Participate in code reviews, QA validation, and client acceptance testing.
• Follow established deployment procedures, coordination processes, and release schedules across multiple client environments.
• Collaborate with UX Designers, Project Managers, and other delivery roles to execute pixel-accurate designs and meet delivery milestones.
• Track time accurately, provide regular status updates, and communicate blockers or scope risks proactively.

Things you will bring:

• 5+ years of professional web development experience, with at least 1 year focused on eCommerce platforms.
• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3 (including preprocessors like Sass/LESS), and JavaScript (ES6+ vanilla).
• Firm grasp of the Document Object Model (DOM) and its manipulation without libraries.
• Working experience with PHP in a web development context.
• Ability to write cross-browser compatible CSS without CSS-in-JS libraries.
• Hands-on experience developing and supporting API integrations using REST and SOAP.
• Experience with SQL-based databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL.
• Proficiency with version control systems and Git-based workflows.
• Understanding of eCommerce performance optimization and SEO best practices.
• Familiarity with WCAG accessibility standards and inclusive design principles.
• Experience testing across browsers and devices.
• Ability to work within defined scope, timelines, and platform constraints in a client-facing delivery environment.
• Solid communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a remote, asynchronous team.

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience implementing eCommerce storefronts on platforms like Miva, Shopify, BigCommerce, or Magento.
• Experience integrating with external systems such as NetSuite, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar ERPs and CRMs.
• Experience with build tools such as Webpack.
• Advanced knowledge of Modern PHP and Laravel, focusing on MVC design patterns, RESTful API development, and scalable backend architecture.
• Experience using containerization or local development tooling such as Docker.
• Prior experience working in an agency or Professional Services delivery environment.
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools.
• Familiarity with Agile or structured project delivery methodologies.

Our awesome perks!

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

Miva has been recognized multiple times as a top employer, notably named one of the “Best Places to Work in San Diego” by the San Diego Business Journal!

The salary range for this position is $90k - $115k annually. This information is current as of the initial date of this job posting and may be modified in the future. The actual pay determined for an individual will vary based on job-related factors such as relevant experience and/or education, particular skills, and location.

Miva is a fully remote company with employees distributed across the U.S. Our ideal candidate for this role will reside in one of the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, KS, MA, MI, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, or WA.

Miva is a leading eCommerce software dedicated to empowering enterprise merchants and agencies with a state-of-the-art online storefront. To date, Miva software has powered over $100 billion in online sales for retailers worldwide.

Our success and the success of our clients are driven by high-performing teams of talented professionals. By creating a culture in which passion, ingenuity, and collaboration are rewarded, we have become the driving force for the advancement of independent commerce.

Miva is backed by Equality Asset Management, a private equity firm committed to supporting Company growth.

Miva has been named a Best and Brightest Company in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Miva, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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