Software Engineer, E-commerce

About Us:

Ideal Living is a profitable, privately held, purpose-driven consumer goods company founded in 1999 with over 80 employees based in Sherman Oaks, CA. We have a caring, family environment and a generous profit-sharing plan. We are currently maintaining a hybrid work environment. Three days a week in the office, two days remote. We are people-caring, product-perfecting, science-driven stewards of a thriving life for all. We put our hearts and research behind everything we do, creating the best, most accessible technology to build healthy home environments and deliver peace of mind. We are a diligent team looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and isn't afraid to dive in, roll up their sleeves, and creatively solve any challenge.

Overview:

As the Software Engineer, you will develop and execute comprehensive e-commerce landing pages to maximize online sales, enhance brand visibility, and optimize customer engagement. This role will oversee all aspects of the e-commerce operation, including website management, digital marketing, merchandising, and customer experience initiatives. We seek someone with a creative and analytical mindset, strong software development skills, and a deep understanding of the direct-to-consumer industry and e-commerce trends. The role reports to the Director of E-commerce.

What You'll Do:

The Software Engineer will oversee several key areas to achieve the objectives outlined. These include:

1. E-commerce Software Development:

- Partner with the Director of E-commerce to formulate and implement strategic e-commerce plans to stimulate growth and meet revenue targets across various brands.

- Present regular progress reports on effectiveness to management.

1. Website Performance Optimization:

- Lead the maintenance and enhancement of websites' architecture to ensure a smooth and effective user experience.

- Utilize analytics to monitor website performance and make data-driven decisions for improvements.

- Set and review key performance indicators such as traffic, conversion rates, and engagement metrics.

1. User Experience:

- Collaborate with the Marketing and Brand teams to ensure the website's design is appealing and functional, focusing on mobile-first navigation, user interfaces, and responsiveness.

- Innovate the online shopping journey through ongoing enhancements, personalized content, and leveraging customer feedback.

- Assess and deploy new technologies and tools to boost website functionality and performance.

1. E-commerce Functionality Optimization:

- Enhance e-commerce features, including shopping cart, payment systems, and product search functionalities.

- Develop and manage SEO and SEM strategies to enhance online visibility and drive organic and paid traffic.

1. Vendor and Agency Management:

- Manage and nurture relationships with external vendors, agencies, and technology partners.

- Ensure all external partnerships align with ILM's strategic goals and deliver on agreed performance metrics.

1. Deliverables

- Assist the Director of e-commerce in deploying new e-commerce websites for ILM's brand websites.

- Monthly website performance analysis reports.

- Quarterly reviews of user experience enhancements.

- Regular updates on SEO and SEM performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Strong Computer Science / Engineering fundamentals
• 5+ years of server-side JavaScript-based engineering experience
• 3+ years developing in an Agile environment.
• 3+ years of developing using relational or NoSQL databases.
• 3+ years developing API-first services (REST and GraphQL)
• Must have 2+ years of experience developing web applications using Next.js and React with a strong understanding of their features and best practices.
• LAMP full-stack development is a big plus.
• Experience working with Builder.io Headless CMS
• Experience with branch-based development using modern version control (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket)
• Experience development using best practices (unit/contract testing, secrets handling, etc.)
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• A minimum of 3 years in website operations, e-commerce, digital marketing, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering).
• Proven track record of leading successful website initiatives, driving growth, and improving user experience.
• Deep understanding of web technologies, SEO/SEM, UX/UI best practices, and e-commerce platforms.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid technical background with a thorough understanding of the technologies involved in the projects.

Technology Proficiency:

• Excellent expertise in WooCommerce, PHP, and Shopify.
• Proficiency in the marketing/commerce analytics domain & tools such as Google Analytics.
• Understanding of data engineering and analytics services on Azure.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Ultra-competitive bonus(es).
• Full benefits including PTO & 401k.
• Friendly, knowledgeable, supportive work culture.
• Great work location surrounded by top-notch restaurants and services.
• A hybrid work environment; I work from home some days with a flexible Monday-Friday schedule.
• We also offer virtual Yoga classes.
• Free EV Charging.

If you are ready to take on a pivotal role in driving technical excellence and innovation, we invite you to apply and contribute to our dynamic, forward-thinking team. Join us on the journey to redefine possibilities and shape the future of technology