Backend Developer Jobs in Madison, WI (NOW HIRING)

Vortex® is made of many teams, but we all share a common goal: Elevating every team member to achieve the personal and career goals that lead to a fulfilling life. Your satisfaction drives our success, and we want you to not only excel in your role, but to gain the skills you need to take the next step. We are constantly seeking out new ways to help you be happier because your creativity and skills make us who we are.

Vortex Optics is looking for a full-stack Developer that is proficient in both front-end and back-end development and is passionate about using technology to create a rare experience for our customers. With a strong focus on the customer experience, this role will partner with a variety of business and technical teams to establish standards, create processes and develop informational and transactional web applications. 

This is a full-time onsite position located in Barneveld, WI with relocation assistance available. A hybrid work schedule will be considered, but candidates must be available to work onsite certain days per week.  

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work on Adobe Commerce’s frontend including theme development, design adjustments, and user interface enhancements
• Design and implement custom features, modules, and extensions based on project needs
• Integrate and customize third-party plugins to meet specific client requirements
• Implement seamless integrations with third-party platforms such as ERP, CRM, payment gateways, and other systems
• Partner closely with various teams to establish and enforce UX and technical standards
• Actively participate in team code reviews to facilitate best practices
• Integrate data from various back-end services, applications, and databases
• Evaluate project requirements and work collaboratively with team to develop technical solutions and recommendations
• Test and debug code to identify and resolve issues
• Implement testing tools and procedures to maintain performance and cross-browser compatibility
• Perform security updates, patches, and framework upgrades to comply with industry standards and company policies
• Stay current with technology and best practices and, if applicable, leverage that knowledge to improve the Vortex applications
• Other duties as assigned

• Degree or certification in web development or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in developing business-oriented websites
• A minimum 3 years’ experience hands on development with Adobe Commerce or other eCommerce/CMS platforms
• Hands on experience with development languages, including HTML. PHP, JavaScript, CSS LESS
• Hands on experience with development tools and platforms (jQuery, NGINX, AWS, Linux)
• Good understanding of SQL and relational databases
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, preferably with exposure to Agile
• A history of collaborating with team members and business partners to provide new ideas, insights and best practices
• Experience with GIT workflows and continuous improvement cycles
• Extensive product catalog knowledge with multiple types of products, including custom builds

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Extensive product catalog knowledge with multiple types of products, including custom builds
• Applied experience as a full stack developer
• Experience with custom extensions and modules
• Experience with Object Oriented Programming
• API skills

When you join Team Vortex, you’ll enjoy:

• Great health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• 401(k), life insurance and short- and long-term disability
• Employee Ownership Opportunities 
• Various onsite amenities including a fitness center, a nature preserve with walking trails and dog friendly work areas
• Neighboring daycare facility
• Casual and flexible work environment
• Employee discounts on industry leading products

What’s it like to join Team Vortex?

From the production floor to the repair room, from consumer sales to new product development, we’re a growing team of makers and doers, working together to give our customers an experience they’ll never forget. Our employees thrive in situations that require demonstrating our core values:

• About You
• Customer is King
• Willingness to Shovel Snow
• Be the Buffalo

Every Vortex product that leaves our door is covered by our Very Important Promise (VIP) Warranty. The Vortex VIP Warranty simply means, if you ever have a concern, issue, or want to order a Vortex product, you will be met with a customer experience that will exceed all expectations! Our promise is unlimited, unconditional and lasts a lifetime. Whether your Vortex role is in Sales, Customer Service, IT, Marketing, Finance, NPD or Operations, every day starts with supporting that promise and PUTTING THE CUSTOMER FIRST! 

*Must already be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.