Lead E-Commerce Developer (Full-Stack, React/Next.js, Java)

Base pay range

$180,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Lead E-Commerce Developer to set technical direction and guide a team of engineers. This role blends deep technical expertise with strong leadership and mentorship — ideal for someone who thrives in code, sets high standards, and enables others to succeed.

The right candidate has 10+ years of full-stack experience, with mastery of React/Next.js and Java, and proven architectural vision. You’ll be responsible for driving modernization efforts, overseeing code reviews, and contributing directly to development while elevating the team around you.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical direction for full-stack e-commerce platform development.
• Define and enforce architectural standards for scalability, maintainability, and security.
• Guide a team of 7–8 engineers through mentorship, code reviews, and best practices (no direct reports).
• Ensure clean, efficient, and well-tested code.
• Drive modernization initiatives, including multi-tenant architecture and legacy system retirement.
• Partner cross-functionally with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Maintain a healthy balance between new feature delivery and technical debt management.

Requirements

• 10+ years of full-stack development experience (under 8 years considered too junior).
• Strong proficiency in React and Next.js (required).
• Experience with microservices architecture and high-transactional platforms.
• Proven track record of technical leadership, architecture, and mentoring.
• E-commerce experience (preferred, not required).

Nice-to-Haves

• Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)
• jQuery (big plus)
• CommerceTools or other headless commerce solutions
• Experience integrating with ERP, CRM, OMS, or payment systems

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Inferred from the description for this job

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)