Adobe Back-End Technical Lead

Acidgreen; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading e-commerce solutions company based in Sydney is seeking a Technical Lead specializing in Adobe Commerce (Magento) and Pimcore. You will guide a team of developers, ensure high-quality project delivery, and maintain technical excellence. Strong experience in PHP, Magento, and Pimcore is essential. Competitive salary and flexible work options available.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with PHP development and frameworks.
• Deep understanding of Magento including custom module development.
• Hands-on experience with Pimcore implementation.

Responsibilities

• Guide and manage a team of developers for e-commerce projects.
• Provide technical leadership and oversee project delivery.
• Participate in hands-on development for critical components.

Skills

PHP development

Magento 1 and 2

Pimcore implementation

MySQL optimization

Version control (Git)

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

As a Technical Lead specializing in Adobe Commerce (Magento) and Pimcore, you will guide and manage a team of developers to deliver high-quality e-commerce solutions. You will provide technical leadership, ensure best practices are followed, and participate in hands-on development. Your role will involve overseeing the technical aspects of projects, mentoring team members, and ensuring the successful delivery of client solutions.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership
• Provide technical direction and leadership for projects involving Magento and Pimcore.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development workflows.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure the delivery of high-quality, maintainable code.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in e-commerce and PHP development.
• Collaborate with the Chief Product Officer to lead technology strategy.
• Manage cutting-edge technologies to improve legacy applications.
• Evaluate and develop initial engineering processes.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and incorporate them into projects.

• Team Management
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of developers.
• Mentor fellow engineers, sharing knowledge and supporting the team’s growth.
• Assign tasks based on strengths and project requirements.
• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and productive team environment.
• Identify training needs and provide opportunities for professional growth.
• Collaborate with Sales Team, Business Analyst, and/or Solution Architect to assist in providing estimates for upcoming projects and tasks.
• Collaborate with project managers to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Assist with technical advice to break down complex projects into manageable tasks and milestones.
• Monitor task progress and identify potential issues, suggesting and implementing solutions to stay on track.
• Ensure timely delivery of tasks while maintaining high quality standards.

• Development & Implementation
• Participate in hands-on development, especially for critical or complex components.
• Develop, customize, and maintain Magento and Pimcore-based solutions.
• Integrate third-party extensions and develop custom modules as needed.
• Ensure scalability, performance, and security of e-commerce solutions.
• Manage a project’s CI/CD pipelines, deployments, releases, and other technical processes per standards.
• Participate in product design and development of new features.
• Design, code, and troubleshoot new features, with debugging as necessary.
• Work closely with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Write clean code to develop functional web applications and optimize performance.
• Review and provide feedback on code and design.
• Manage tools and processes for analytics data and metrics that measure quality of user experience.
• Collaborate with designers, QA testers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Work with back-end and front-end teams to deliver a reliable user experience.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align development with business goals.
• Communicate technical concepts and project status to non-technical stakeholders.
• Facilitate regular team meetings and progress updates.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and technical expertise.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Extensive experience with PHP development and related frameworks.
• Deep understanding of Magento 1 and 2, including custom module development.
• Hands-on experience with Pimcore implementation and customization.
• Experience with MySQL databases and query optimization.
• Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Leadership Skills:
• Proven experience in leading and mentoring development teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and results-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an e-commerce or digital agency environment.
• Certifications in Magento, Pimcore, or related technologies.
• Experience with other e-commerce platforms (e.g., WooCommerce, Shopify).
• Knowledge of agile development methodologies.
• Understanding of SEO and performance optimization.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.