Remote Backend Developer Intern Jobs in Champaign, IL

At Horizon Hobby, we inspire dreams and help build memories! Our company is the leader in the global Radio Control industry, celebrating 40 years in 2025! We offer tremendous opportunities for growth and development and a full array of benefits including discounts on our products! We are currently hiring for an eCommerce Technical Lead!

This is a full-time position working out of our Champaign IL location. Working hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. This position reports into our office in Champaign, IL location. Local candidates preferred. However, we are considering hybrid/remote work arrangements

Typical pay for this position is $155,000-$170,000 annually. The final offer for this position will be based on the unique experience and qualifications of the candidate selected.

We are seeking an experienced eCommerce Technical Leader to drive the architecture, development, and optimization of our digital commerce platforms. They will lead cross-functional teams, deliver robust solutions, and support the business’s growth and innovation goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical strategy and architecture for eCommerce platforms (web, mobile, integrations).
• Oversee development, deployment, and maintenance of eCommerce systems (e.g., storefront, payment, analytics, fulfillment).
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Lead a team of developers, QA, and DevOps engineers—providing mentorship and technical guidance.
• Ensure high availability, security, and performance of platforms.
• Evaluate and integrate third-party tools, APIs, and technologies.
• Foster Agile practices, DevOps automation, and continuous delivery.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field; (master’s degree is preferred).
• 7+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 3 years in eCommerce.
• Deep understanding of eCommerce architectures, cloud platforms, and integrations.
• Expertise in web technologies and Frameworks (Javascript, HTML, CSS, React), backend systems (Salesforce suite), database design, and content management systems.
• Proven leadership in managing technical teams and delivering complex projects.
• Experience with payment gateways, order management, inventory, CRM, and analytics systems.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Experience with Salesforce Commerce Cloud and suite of products, or similar platforms.
• Experience with loyalty, fraud and payment platforms, a plus.

Physical Requirements 

• Occasional lifting of office supplies and materials, up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working on a computer.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits & Other Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• HSA and FSA options 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance 
• Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance 
• 401(k) with a company match 
• Paid Time Off 
• Paid Holidays 
• Internal Rewards 
• Discounts on Products 
• Additional Coverage such as accident, critical, hospital and pet insurance 

Horizon Hobby is a progressive, innovative company and, as such, is constantly reevaluating and reinventing the processes and procedures associated with each job. The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may change at any time.  In addition, employees may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work necessary or important to the operation of Horizon. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected and appreciated. 

Horizon Hobby, LLC is an equal opportunity and E-Verify employer