Job Description
About The Company
Mivas Software is a leading provider of eCommerce solutions dedicated to empowering online merchants and agencies worldwide. With a focus on innovation, performance, and user-centric design, Miva has established itself as a trusted platform capable of powering over $100 billion in online sales. The company prides itself on fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic work environment that values passion, ingenuity, and teamwork. Backed by Equality Asset Management, Miva has consistently been recognized as a top employer, earning accolades such as the Best and Brightest Company awards from 2018 through 2024. As a fully remote organization with team members across the United States, Miva offers flexible work arrangements and a culture that encourages growth, creativity, and excellence.
About The Role
As a Front-End Web Developer within Mivas Software department, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of eCommerce technology. Your primary responsibilities will include developing dynamic web components, refining existing frameworks, and creating innovative features for Miva Merchant stores. You will work closely with senior developers, UX designers, and other industry experts to deliver high-performance, secure, and user-friendly online storefronts. This position offers the opportunity to influence the success of diverse online businesses by ensuring their websites are fast, reliable, and visually compelling. The role is remote, with most team members working on Pacific Time schedules, making it ideal for candidates who thrive in flexible, collaborative environments and possess strong problem-solving skills.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of professional experience as a web developer
- Proficiency in coding HTML, CSS, and JavaScript from scratch without reliance on frameworks or libraries
- Ability to develop responsive, secure, performant, accessible, and maintainable solutions
- Experience integrating HTML, CSS, and JavaScript solutions into server-side templating languages
- Completion of OWASP Top Ten security training and application of secure coding standards
- Solid understanding of JSON APIs, XML markup, and HTTP request/response flows
- Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git
- Knowledge of server-side programming languages such as Node.js, Python, or PHP
- Experience with command line tools, build processes, and containerization technologies like Docker
- Experience authoring automated test scripts using tools like Playwright or Cypress
- Strong independent work ethic, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities within a team environment
- Interpret user requirements to create clear and effective software specifications
- Analyze business processes to inform development decisions and optimize solutions
- Learn and apply features of the Miva Merchant eCommerce CMS and software platform
- Convert designs and specifications into interactive and responsive web solutions using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Miva Template Language
- Optimize website functionality for performance, maintainability, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility
- Adhere to secure coding best practices to ensure software security and integrity
- Develop manual and automated tests to verify software quality and functionality
- Collaborate effectively with team members to foster an innovative development environment
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support project goals and team success
- Fully remote work environment with flexibility to work from anywhere
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance
- Maternity and paternity leave programs
- Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and Life Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with immediate company match
- Flexible work schedules to accommodate personal and professional commitments
- Access to inspiring and collaborative peers within a dynamic team environment
Miva Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success, and we are committed to ensuring a welcoming and equitable workplace for everyone.