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Midwest Veterinary Supply is seeking a Senior eCommerce Developer. This is a remote role; however, candidates must live within local driving distance of our Lakeville, Minnesota Corporate office for monthly team meetings. **No Agencies, please!**

Leading Midwest Veterinary Supply's eCommerce technology initiatives, the Senior eCommerce Web Developer serves as the senior technical resource responsible for the architecture, development, integration, and support of the company's digital commerce ecosystem. This role provides technical leadership for a team of developers while driving backend development efforts. The position balances hands-on development, system architecture, production support, and team mentoring to ensure the continued growth, stability, and scalability of Midwest's digital commerce platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Backend Development & Systems Integration – Design, develop, test, maintain, and support enterprise eCommerce solutions within HCL Commerce and related systems. Lead development and integration efforts between HCL Commerce, ERP, Evolve storefront, WordPress, middleware services, payment providers, and third-party applications. Develop APIs, troubleshoot integration issues, optimize performance, and ensure platform reliability, scalability, and security.
• Technical Architecture & Leadership – Serve as the lead technical resource for the eCommerce development team. Define development standards, review architecture decisions, evaluate technologies, and recommend solutions that align with business objectives. Partner with business stakeholders, IT leadership, and third-party vendors to plan and execute strategic technology initiatives.
• Production Support & Troubleshooting – Act as the senior escalation point for complex technical issues. Analyze application performance, identify root causes, resolve system failures, and implement long-term solutions. Monitor platform health and support business-critical systems that impact customers, sales, and operations.
• Mentoring, Code Reviews & Team Development – Provide technical guidance and mentorship to full-stack and front-end developers. Conduct code reviews, promote development best practices, assist with hiring and onboarding, and help build Midwest's internal development expertise as platform ownership transitions from external partners to internal resources.
• Front-End Development Support – Collaborate with front-end developers on storefront enhancements, customer experience improvements, and React-based application development. Support troubleshooting and integration efforts between storefront components and backend systems when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Job Requirements & Qualifications
The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field. An equivalent combination of education, technical training, certifications, and relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 7 years of professional software development experience, including at least 3 years supporting enterprise eCommerce platforms and business-critical production systems. Proven experience leading development projects and mentoring technical teams.
• Strong technical background in enterprise Java development; REST API development; SQL and relational database design; and system integration and enterprise architecture, including ERP integrations, middleware, and service-oriented architecture.
• Hands-on experience with HCL Commerce / IBM WebSphere Commerce, React and modern JavaScript frameworks, and WordPress development and integrations. Proficient with Git source control, CI/CD and release management practices, and application monitoring tools such as Dynatrace.
• Demonstrated ability in application troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and supporting complex, integrated technology environments.

Mental & Physical Demands
The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mental Demands
Requires sustained concentration, strong attention to detail, and the ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions. The role demands sound judgment and decision-making, often under time constraints and changing priorities.

Must be able to manage multiple tasks, projects, and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and focus. The position requires adaptability and the ability to remain effective during high-pressure situations, including system issues, interruptions, and shifting business needs.

Physical Demands
Requires prolonged use of hands and fingers for operating a computer, keyboard, mouse, and standard office equipment, along with extended periods of sitting and working at a computer monitor requiring close vision and focus adjustment. Frequent use of telephone and virtual communication tools is necessary.

Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting or moving items up to 20 pounds is required. Must be able to move within office environments and attend meetings as needed. The role may require flexibility to work extended hours, including evenings or weekends, to meet business demands, as well as occasional travel for training, meetings, or other business purposes.
Equipment Used
Regular use of standard office and technology equipment, including a computer with multiple monitors, keyboard, mouse, telephone, and mobile device. Utilizes collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams, email, and video conferencing platforms, as well as business and technical software including project management systems, database and application tools, web browsers, and remote access applications.

Work Environment
Work is primarily performed in a remote home office setting using a computer, telephone, and standard office equipment. The role requires maintaining a professional, secure workspace that supports productivity and effective virtual collaboration.

Regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders occurs via virtual meetings, email, and phone. Occasional travel may be required for meetings, training, or business-related events. The position typically follows a Monday–Friday schedule; however, additional hours, including evenings or weekends, may be necessary to meet business needs, deadlines, or support critical activities.

Job duties and requirements may be subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of education, experience and skills required to perform the essential functions of this job. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Midwest Veterinary Supply reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Salary/Benefits:

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and Paid Time Off (PTO). Our work environment is business casual, and we like to have fun with weekly relaxed dress days and regular events like holiday contests, cookouts, and employee appreciation celebrations.

About Us:

Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc. (MVS) has provided quality service and merchandise to the veterinary profession since 1961. Our products are distributed from eight branches located in key geographic locations within our trade area. We take great pride in getting our orders out the same day as called in and having the product in the customer's hand the next day. MVS carries products and equipment from most major manufacturers. As we continue to grow, our goal will be, as it has always been, to provide the veterinary profession the very best in service along with quality merchandise at fair and competitive prices.

Midwest Veterinary Supply believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and will not violate any law prohibiting discrimination for or against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of any characteristic protected under local, state, or federal statute, ordinance, or regulation. To view applicable employment notices, please click here to visit our Careers page. California residents, click here to view the California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosure.