What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Stack Web Developer ( Remote) position at Editorialist?
What’s Editorialist?
Editorialist melds personal styling, editorial content, and shopping into one seamless digital experience powered by proprietary technology and e-commerce tools. Editorialist.com our media property, delivers sophisticated content and commerce to aspirational and affluent consumers. Our stories connect readers with bespoke product and service solutions for fashion, accessories, beauty, and wellness needs. The cornerstone of our tech platform—the Editorialist app—blends content, digital services, and e-commerce for our elite clientele, individuals with an average net worth in excess of $550 million. Our co-founder and CEO Rafael Ortiz previously co-founded NexTag, the largest comparison shopping site for products and services, and was responsible for marketing and business development until its sale for $1.2 billion.
About the Role: We are seeking a talented and motivated Full-Stack Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with modern web development technologies, including JavaScript, Next.js, React.js, Node.js, and MySQL. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining web applications, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front end, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and implement new features.
Key responsibilities:
Bonus points:
Flexible and supportive work culture.
Editorialist melds personal styling, editorial content, and shopping into one seamless digital experience powered by proprietary technology and e-commerce tools. Editorialist.com our media property, delivers sophisticated content and commerce to aspirational and affluent consumers. Our stories connect readers with bespoke product and service solutions for fashion, accessories, beauty, and wellness needs. The cornerstone of our tech platform—the Editorialist app—blends content, digital services, and e-commerce for our elite clientele, individuals with an average net worth in excess of $550 million. Our co-founder and CEO Rafael Ortiz previously co-founded NexTag, the largest comparison shopping site for products and services, and was responsible for marketing and business development until its sale for $1.2 billion.
About the Role: We are seeking a talented and motivated Full-Stack Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with modern web development technologies, including JavaScript, Next.js, React.js, Node.js, and MySQL. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining web applications, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front end, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and implement new features.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop, test, and maintain web applications using Next.js, React.js, and Node.js
- Work with MySQL to design, optimize, and maintain database schemas
- Write, clean, scalable, and well-documented code following industry best practices
- Implement unit tests using Jest and React Testing Library to ensure application reliability
- Collaborate with designers, product managers, and other stakeholders to build user-friendly applications
- Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
- Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing applications
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices in full-stack development
- 2 years of professional experience in full-stack development
- Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6 ) and strong understanding of modern JavaScript frameworks
- Hands-on experience with Next.js and react.js for building modern web applications
- Strong backend development skills with Node.js and experience with MySQL databases
- Proficiency in writing unit tests using Jest and React Testing Library
- Understanding of web technologies including HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Experience with cloud services (AWS)
- Knowledge of RESTful APIs and GraphQL
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Experience with DevOps practices and containerization (Docker)
Bonus points:
- If you have experience working at an e-commerce marketplace, and/or love fashion or personal luxury goods
- You are a team player who is comfortable working across an organization that is growing while doing
- You communicate regularly and clearly with your co-workers and are never afraid to ask questions
- You love what you do and are curious about all facets of Editorialist
Flexible and supportive work culture.