eCommerce Developer

Job Description

Due to continued growth, Comfy Group is seeking a creative WordPress/eCommerce Developer that can help us to achieve our digital goals. The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional with a strong knowledge of WordPress / eCommerce platforms, and an ability to translate our business needs into customer friendly functions that will expand our website’s influence in our industry. Based in the central IT team the role will provide direct support to the web development function and assist across the e-commerce IT infrastructure where needed.eCommerce Developer Responsibilities:- Writing well designed, testable, efficient code by using the best software development practices- Monitoring web site and eCommerce platform performance, identifying issues, troubleshooting, and resolving any problems- Data Integration with various back-end services, databases, and APIs- Collaborating with our eCommerce, sales and marketing teams, gathering, and analysing requirements, and then developing elegant solutions- Ensuring that web site content is accurate and up to date including privacy notices, promotional announcements, and company information- Backing up website code and data to enable rapid recovery in the event of an outage- Working with third parties to manage the company websites and applications- Creating/Updating support documentation for all websites and applicationsThe role involves working with:- WordPress, themes, and plug-ins- WooCommerce eCommerce platform, plug-ins, and integrations- SureCloud PCI ASV Scanners to ensure PCI Compliance- HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery and APIs- New Relic and Sentry to monitor web site traffic and faults- Digital Ocean Droplets, Azure Web Apps and Ubuntu ServereCommerce Developer Requirements:- Well experienced in website development and testing, with a good understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions and standards- In depth experience of eCommerce in a PCI Compliant environment, with a strong grasp of security principles and how they apply to eCommerce applications- Top-notch programming skills with a proven knowledge of modern HTML/CSS, PHP, and WordPress, having developed robust and scalable solutions- Experience of working with WooCommerce- Knowledge of Git Version Control- A dedicated team player able to work with marketing and graphics teams, but also work independently and understand the importance of their contribution- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with a willingness to learn, embrace new challenges, and develop in the roleAbout Comfy Quilts Limited:Founded in 1973, the Comfy Group demonstrates a strong record of growth and are looking forward to exciting times ahead. It is our proud claim that one in three pillows sold in Britain is made by us in our manufacturing facility, based in Manchester. We sell products under trusted brands such as Silentnight, Sealy, Snug and Jeff Banks and work closely with national retailers to ensure our products are widely available in-store and online. Our on-line e-tailing was established in 2006, offering pick, pack and despatch solutions to online retailers. More recently, the company has diversified to offer a direct to consumer proposition through its relationships with Amazon, eBay and Groupon, along with direct to consumer offerings through our own Branded sites.Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire and Middleton, Greater ManchesterContract type: Full Time, PermanentSalary: £25,000 per annumYou may have experience of the following: eCommerce Developer, Web Developer, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress, Web Designer, Front End Developer, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Java Developer, Software Architect, User Experience, Technical Architect, Software Development Manager, etc.Ref: 95067