About The Company
Since 1996, Miva has been a pioneer in the eCommerce software industry, dedicated to empowering online merchants to grow their revenue, streamline operations, and reduce overhead costs. Over the years, Miva's innovative solutions have facilitated over $100 billion in online sales, establishing a strong reputation for reliability and performance. The company's commitment to cutting-edge technology is exemplified by the launch of Vexture, an AI-powered search tool designed to enhance the shopping experience by understanding shopper intent rather than just keywords. Originally founded in San Diego, Miva has evolved into a fully remote organization with team members across the United States, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Recognized repeatedly as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in San Diego and nationally, Miva values its talented workforce and continuous growth.
About The Role
Miva is seeking a skilled full-stack
Web Developer to join its Professional Services team. This client-facing position involves translating client business needs into technical solutions, participating in client conversations, and explaining technical concepts in accessible language. The successful candidate will be responsible for building, customizing, and maintaining eCommerce storefronts using Miva's server-side templating language (MVT), HTML5, CSS3, and vanilla
JavaScript. You will connect client stores to various business systems through integrations ranging from modern
REST APIs to legacy XML-based services. Your role encompasses large-scale development projects, ongoing maintenance, troubleshooting, and discovery work across multiple client accounts. Collaboration with Project Managers and cross-functional teams is essential to ensure solutions meet scope, quality, and deadlines. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work on innovative projects within a dynamic environment, contributing to the growth and success of our clients' online businesses.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional web development experience, including at least 1 year in eCommerce
- Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3 (including preprocessors like Sass/LESS), and vanilla JavaScript (ES6+)
- Experience with PHP in a web development context
- Working knowledge of SQL-based databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL
- Proficiency with version control systems and Git workflows
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work within defined scope, timelines, and platform constraints in a client-facing environment
- Experience with building and supporting integrations via REST and SOAP APIs, including data mapping, authentication, and error handling
- Knowledge of platform configuration and optimization within Miva or similar eCommerce platforms
Responsibilities
- Scope, estimate, and execute development tasks based on client requirements and signed SOWs
- Develop, customize, and maintain eCommerce storefronts using HTML5, CSS3, and vanilla JavaScript within Miva's platform
- Maintain deep knowledge of the Miva platform to optimize store configurations and performance
- Build and support integrations between Miva stores and external systems such as ERPs, CRMs, payment providers, and analytics platforms
- Troubleshoot and resolve frontend, backend, and configuration issues across the platform and connected systems
- Optimize storefronts for performance, SEO, accessibility, and cross-device compatibility
- Configure analytics tracking, including GA4 and GTM, for full-funnel eCommerce insights
- Implement merchandising strategies such as cross-selling, dynamic listings, personalization, and promotions
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code; participate in code reviews and QA processes
- Follow deployment procedures and release schedules across multiple client environments
- Track project time, communicate status, and escalate blockers or scope risks as needed
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support project success
Benefits
- 100% remote work within the United States
- Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
- 10 paid holidays annually
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting of company match
- Paid parental leave to support work-life balance
- Competitive salary range of $90,000 - $115,000 annually, commensurate with experience and skills
Equal Opportunity
Miva is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and drives the company's continued success.