BigCommerce is a global technology leader in the e-commerce space, offering a suite of solutions designed to help businesses scale their online stores, increase profitability, and expand their reach. BigCommerce believes and strives to bring the power and productivity of cloud technology to the e-commerce space, offering web stores with performance, security and scalability that can be configured to suit any business’ needs. Their mission is to remove standard online retail obstacles, making selling and launching online stores faster and easier.
The BigCommerce platform is highly modular, allowing customers to select and validate the features that best fit their business needs. BigCommerce’s APIs, tools and integrations provide unparalleled access to customize almost any aspect of the platform and turn it into what the customer needs it to be. BigCommerce is highly scalable and provides customers with an outstanding performance from under 50 products to up to 5000 products. Additionally, BigCommerce offers 24/7 customer support and a large marketplace of certified partners and developers, should customers need to expand their capabilities even further.
BigCommerce’s internal teams leverage technologies such as React, Angular, Docker, and GCP (Google Cloud Platform). They also use several frameworks such as Django and Nodejs in the backend and technologies ranging from AWS, GCE, Kubernetes, and Prometheus to ensure that the e-commerce platform can perform reliably and efficiently on a global scale.
BigCommerce is committed to making e-commerce more accessible and successful for businesses of all sizes. Their technology constantly evolves to best support any business, whether a consumer facing online store, a B2B marketplace, or a combination of both. BigCommerce seeks passionate and entrepreneurial-minded developers who can help take their technology to the next level.
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Software Engineer
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40-55 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $90k-$140k
Description: This role is responsible for developing, enhancing, and maintaining core BigCommerce products. The engineer will write code, test, and launch features, products and integrations. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and excellent problem-solving skills.
Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, 5 years minimum software engineering, solid understanding of HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Proficiency in using version-control software. Good understanding of coding best practices such as unit testing and continuous integration.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 50-60 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $95k-$130k
Description: This role involves making sure that data collected from BigCommerce customers and products is used in meaningful ways to increase the value of the business - from improving marketing campaigns to product development. To this end, the successful applicant needs experience in developing sophisticated algorithms and models that can be used to find hidden insight from the data.
Qualifications / Requirements: Advanced degree in mathematics, statistics or computer science with 3+ years of proven experience in the field of data science. Technical proficiency in a programming language (R, Python). Knowledge of SQL and related systems. Good understanding of data visualization principles/technologies.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40-50 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $85k-$125k
Description: This position is responsible for designing and maintaining the infrastructure for BigCommerce products and services. The successful candidate will develop and implement strategies for server environments, databases, networking, and application services. The engineer will also be responsible for monitoring and maintaining BigCommerce's systems.
Qualifications / Requirements: At least 8 years of experience in DevOps engineering, with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of networks and system engineering. Advanced knowledge in cloud systems/networks (AWS, GCP, Azure). Deep understanding of scripting and software integration tools. Excellent problem solving and communication abilities.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 35-45 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $70k-$105k
Description: This role is responsible for developing design concepts to support the goals and objectives of BigCommerce products and services. The successful candidate will create wireframes and graphical user interfaces for various web, mobile, and desktop apps. The product designer should have the ability to craft user-centric products that meet the needs of diverse users.
Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field of study. 4+ years of experience in designing products (web, mobile, or desktop). Fluency with design software including Figma, Sketch and/or Adobe Creative Suite. Comfort with translating user feedback into design concepts.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40-50 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $70k-$105k
Description: The Software Test Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, and executing manual and automated tests for BigCommerce products. The successful candidate will be proficient in developing, testing and troubleshooting web applications and web services. The role is tasked with regularly reporting on the progress of testing cases, and proposing improvements to software processes.
Qualifications / Requirements: At least 5 years in a software quality assurance role. Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing tests for web and mobile applications. Knowledge of automated test tools and frameworks such as Selenium, SOAPUI, and Jenkins. Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
Average Work Hours (weekly unless noted): 40-50 hours
Average Salary (yearly in dollars unless noted): $80k-$130k
Description: This role is responsible for developing, creating, testing and maintaining data structures for BigCommerce's data-rich environment. The successful candidate will have experience in designing and managing data warehouses, data pipelines, integration processes and other related technologies.
Qualifications / Requirements: 3+ years of experience in data engineering. Solid knowledge of databases and data modeling fundamentals. Fluency in programming and scripting languages such as Python, Java, and/or SQL. Experience in ETL and distributed data processing. Good communication and problem solving skills.
Being a part of the team here at BigCommerce was one of the best opportunities of my career. Working on custom solutions for clients, expanding and improving our product offerings, and staying ahead of the competition is what I live for in a tech job. The coding is complex and rewarding, the design and UX team are consistently pushing our brand forward, and the IT team keeps us secure and efficient. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding tech job, BigCommerce is your best bet.
Marion.
Review Rating:
4.9/5
4.9
Working on the development and design teams for BigCommerce has been an amazing experience for me. I work with some of the most talented and experienced people in the business, and our work is setting the standard for the industry. I have had the opportunity to build amazing solutions for our clients, develop software and tools that push the boundaries of our field, and collaborate with multiple departments to produce a great user experience. BigCommerce is a great place to grow in a tech career.
Skyler.
Review Rating:
5/5
5
I have been working in BigCommerce's IT department for the past three years and it has been an adventure. The team I work with is knowledgeable, talented, and always willing to push the limits. With powerful tools at our disposal and access to leading industry solutions, we manage to keep up with the ever-evolving needs of running a successful platform. I love the job and the company, and I strongly recommend BigCommerce for an exciting experience in IT.
Paula.
Review Rating:
4.8/5
4.8
Working on the design team at BigCommerce has given me the opportunity to explore a wide range of creative solutions for our platform. The team is diverse and eager to challenge the status quo, and our work is constantly innovative and pushing boundaries. I have had the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the field, and have seen a lot of growth from the development and IT teams as well. BigCommerce is an amazing place to work, and I highly recommend it.
Ricky.
Review Rating:
4.9/5
4.9
Joining the BigCommerce team was one of the best decisions I ever made in my career. As an experienced coder, I felt right at home in the development environment, with a deep understanding of the software and tools at our disposal. The work is challenging and meaningful, and there is a great feeling of accomplishment when a project is completed. I highly recommend BigCommerce to anyone looking to excel in a tech career.
Frequently Asked Questions
What skills are required to be a software engineer at BigCommerce?
Software engineers must demonstrate proficiency in some programming languages, as well as have a good understanding of software design and development, databases, and web services.
What type of work environment will I be in as a web designer at BigCommerce?
You will be in a collaborative and creative environment, working closely with a team of web designers and engineers to create engaging user experiences.
What is the typical career path in UX design at BigCommerce?
A typical career path in UX design at BigCommerce involves beginning with a junior position such as UX Intern or UX Designer, then progressing to a senior position such as UX Lead or UX Manager.
Are there opportunities for advancement at BigCommerce?
Absolutely! BigCommerce encourages career development and provides employees with resources to support them in their growth.
What kind of benefits does BigCommerce offer?
BigCommerce offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and flexible scheduling.
Locations: Austin, Sydney, London, Berlin, Tokyo
Career Paths: Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer, Product Designer, Product Manager, DevOps Engineer, Customer Support Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Data Scientist, Technical Account Manager, Technical Writer
Being a part of the team here at BigCommerce was one of the best opportunities of my career. Working on custom solutions for clients, expanding and improving our product offerings, and staying ahead of the competition is what I live for in a tech job. The coding is complex and rewarding, the design and UX team are consistently pushing our brand forward, and the IT team keeps us secure and efficient. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding tech job, BigCommerce is your best bet.
What skills are required to be a software engineer at BigCommerce?
Software engineers must demonstrate proficiency in some programming languages, as well as have a good understanding of software design and development, databases, and web services.
What type of work environment will I be in as a web designer at BigCommerce?
You will be in a collaborative and creative environment, working closely with a team of web designers and engineers to create engaging user experiences.
