Magento Tech Lead

Job Description

The Magento Tech Lead is a key team member responsible for architecture, development, and technical leadership of Magento-based projects. This role involves managing a team of developers, solving complex technical challenges, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and enhancement of Magento-based solutions, ensuring high performance, scalability, and security.
• Oversee code quality, reviews, and best practices, ensuring adherence to Magento standards.
• Collaborate with backend teams on API design and integrations (REST, GraphQL) to build seamless eCommerce experiences.
• Conduct root cause analysis for production issues, provide strategic solutions, and ensure stability.
• Optimize the customer experience through best UI/UX practices and modern frontend technologies.
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
• Ensure continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) best practices for efficient development workflows.
• Actively participate in team meetings, Agile ceremonies, and problem-solving discussions.
• Work with project managers and stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Stay up to date with Magento, eCommerce, and modern web technologies to drive innovation.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in web development with a strong focus on Magento 2.
• Deep expertise in PHP, MySQL, and extending Magento 2 Rest/GraphQL API endpoints.
• Proficiency in modern frontend technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React.js/Vue.js is a plus).
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software architecture.
• Experience working with Git, Bitbucket, and managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of Headless eCommerce architectures, including PWA, Hyvä, or other frontend solutions.
• Experience integrating third-party APIs, payment gateways, ERP, CRM, and other business tools.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and development management tools like JIRA, Confluence.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to mentor developers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• English proficiency (B2+) for effective communication in an international environment.
• Experience with custom Celigo integrations between Magento & an endpoint like NetSuite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Magento Adobe Certified Expert or equivalent certification.
• Experience leading teams of 4+ developers, providing mentorship and technical guidance.
• Background in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of accessibility, performance optimization, and security best practices.

Benefits

• Experience working with US clients
• Competitive compensation depending on experience and skills
• Unlimited, paid time off and vacation
• Budget for certifications and IT conferences
• Friendly team to work with around the world
• Be a team player in an agile software development environment focused on collaboration and continuous integration