Software Developer

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Software Developer to join our team in Reading, Pennsylvania. In this long-term contract role, you will play a key part in evaluating and improving the performance of an existing e-commerce platform. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with other developers while implementing technical solutions to enhance functionality and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct a comprehensive technical audit of the e-commerce platform to identify areas for improvement and recommend actionable fixes.

• Analyze the current architecture, focusing on front-end code, to pinpoint inefficiencies and areas for optimization.

• Investigate and resolve potential conflicts between JavaScript libraries, particularly those involving jQuery.

• Diagnose performance issues by identifying problematic lines of code and ensuring proper targeting of elements.

• Implement optimizations to improve site performance and functionality.

• Collaborate with the existing development team to mentor and guide them in addressing and preventing future technical challenges.

• Ensure error handling is robust and aligned with best practices.

• Provide detailed technical reviews to highlight what is working well and what requires adjustment.• Proficiency in JavaScript, including experience with jQuery and other libraries.

• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex performance issues.

• Demonstrated experience optimizing existing websites for performance and usability.

• Familiarity with evaluating and improving front-end architecture.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities, particularly in identifying code conflicts and inefficiencies.

• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and provide mentorship.

• Availability to work onsite two days per week in Reading, Pennsylvania.