Front End Web Developer

Full-Stack Developer

Vortex Optics is looking for a full-stack developer that is proficient in both front-end and back-end development and is passionate about using technology to create a rare experience for our customers. With a strong focus on the customer experience, this role will partner with a variety of business and technical teams to establish standards, create processes and develop informational and transactional web applications.

This is a full-time onsite position located in Barneveld, WI with relocation assistance available. A hybrid work schedule will be considered, but candidates must be available to work onsite certain days per week.

What You'll Be Doing

• Work on Adobe Commerce's frontend including theme development, design adjustments, and user interface enhancements
• Design and implement custom features, modules, and extensions based on project needs
• Integrate and customize third-party plugins to meet specific client requirements
• Implement seamless integrations with third-party platforms such as ERP, CRM, payment gateways, and other systems
• Partner closely with various teams to establish and enforce UX and technical standards
• Actively participate in team code reviews to facilitate best practices
• Integrate data from various back-end services, applications, and databases
• Evaluate project requirements and work collaboratively with team to develop technical solutions and recommendations
• Test and debug code to identify and resolve issues
• Implement testing tools and procedures to maintain performance and cross-browser compatibility
• Perform security updates, patches, and framework upgrades to comply with industry standards and company policies
• Stay current with technology and best practices and, if applicable, leverage that knowledge to improve the Vortex applications
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Degree or certification in web development or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in developing business-oriented websites
• A minimum 3 years' experience hands on development with Adobe Commerce or other eCommerce/CMS platforms
• Hands on experience with development languages, including HTML. PHP, JavaScript, CSS LESS
• Hands on experience with development tools and platforms (jQuery, NGINX, AWS, Linux)
• Good understanding of SQL and relational databases
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, preferably with exposure to Agile
• A history of collaborating with team members and business partners to provide new ideas, insights and best practices
• Experience with GIT workflows and continuous improvement cycles
• Extensive product catalog knowledge with multiple types of products, including custom builds

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Extensive product catalog knowledge with multiple types of products, including custom builds
• Applied experience as a full stack developer
• Experience with custom extensions and modules
• Experience with Object Oriented Programming
• API skills

When you join Team Vortex, you'll enjoy:

• Great health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• 401(k), life insurance and short- and long-term disability
• Employee Ownership Opportunities
• Various onsite amenities including a fitness center, a nature preserve with walking trails and dog friendly work areas
• Neighboring daycare facility
• Casual and flexible work environment
• Employee discounts on industry leading products

What's it like to join Team Vortex?

From the production floor to the repair room, from consumer sales to new product development, we're a growing team of makers and doers, working together to give our customers an experience they'll never forget. Our employees thrive in situations that require demonstrating our core values:

• About You
• Customer is King
• Willingness to Shovel Snow
• Be the Buffalo

Every Vortex product that leaves our door is covered by our Very Important Promise (VIP) Warranty. The Vortex VIP Warranty simply means, if you ever have a concern, issue, or want to order a Vortex product, you will be met with a customer experience that will exceed all expectations! Our promise is unlimited, unconditional and lasts a lifetime. Whether your Vortex role is in Sales, Customer Service, IT, Marketing, Finance, NPD or Operations, every day starts with supporting that promise and PUTTING THE CUSTOMER FIRST!

*Must already be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.