Lead Commerce Developer

at  Epam Systems

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
We are in search of a Lead Commerce Developer who is highly skilled and driven to join our remote team.
This role involves designing and executing scalable, high-performance eCommerce solutions that cater to our clients’ business requirements. The successful candidate will offer technical leadership to cross-functional teams, work closely with stakeholders to convert business needs into technical solutions, and be a driving force for innovation and excellence in solution design. If you’re enthusiastic about crafting innovative solutions and boast excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills, we look forward to hearing from you.

REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience as an eCommerce Tech Lead or similar role, with at least one year in eCommerce Composable solution design and implementation
• Expertise in eCommerce platforms like Shopify, WooCommerce, or custom-built solutions
• Proficiency in one or more platforms such as CommerceTools, BigCommerce, Contentful, and Contentstack
• A strong understanding of MACH architecture, including headless commerce, microservices architecture, and API-first approaches
• Proficiency in programming languages like Java, JavaScript (Node.js), Python, or Go
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs, web services, and integration patterns for connecting eCommerce systems with external applications and services
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

• Architecting end-to-end eCommerce solutions in line with client business goals, technical needs, and industry standards
• Developing comprehensive architecture blueprints, technical specifications, and integration plans
• Evaluating eCommerce platforms, frameworks, and technologies to propose the best solutions based on client needs, scalability, and performance factors
• Staying updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to spearhead innovation and excellence in solution design
• Offering technical leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborating closely with stakeholders to transform business requirements into technical solutions
• Designing and executing seamless integration solutions for eCommerce platforms to work with third-party systems, payment gateways, CRM systems, ERP systems, and other enterprise applications
• Optimizing eCommerce solutions for performance, scalability, and reliability
• Implementing robust security measures to safeguard eCommerce platforms from vulnerabilities, cyber threats, and data breaches
• Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards, such as PCI DSS and GDPR
• Defining and executing quality assurance processes to ensure the reliability, usability, and accessibility of eCommerce solutions
• Preparing technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and user guides for eCommerce solutions
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance eCommerce development processes, tooling, and automation