Lead DeveloperThe Lead Developer will be responsible for the technical design, development, and optimization of Rural King's headless HCL Commerce v9.1 platform. This role plays a key part in shaping the company's e-commerce experience by overseeing back-end commerce services and integrations that support the React/Next.js front-end architecture. The Lead Developer will partner closely with Project Management for delivery coordination and collaborate with external vendor development teams to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing commerce capabilities that align with Rural King's omni-channel retail strategy.Lead the design, development, and enhancement of solutions within HCL Commerce v9.1 (headless) to support e-commerce, order management, and customer experience goals.Partner with the Project Management team to ensure alignment of technical milestones with project timelines and deliverables.Provide technical oversight and code review for vendor-led HCL Commerce development, ensuring adherence to best practices and Rural King standards.Collaborate with front-end development teams using React and js to integrate headless APIs and ensure smooth end-to-end functionality.Support development and optimization of REST APIs and data models that connect HCL Commerce with other enterprise systems.Work with integration teams leveraging tools such as Oracle Integration Cloud and IBM Sterling OMS on Cloud to ensure data synchronization across systems.Participate in architecture and design discussions to guide decisions on scalability, performance, and extensibility.Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to commerce services, APIs, and integrations.Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including integration specifications, deployment notes, and architecture diagrams.Mentor vendor developers and internal technical partners to ensure consistent code quality and platform understanding.Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars.
Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King's Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.Perform other duties as assignedReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.The pay range for this position is $107,000 - $130,000 annualized and is bonus eligible. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as relevant geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs.