Web Applications and Systems Developer

Internet Resource Group, Inc.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing e-commerce company is seeking a skilled Web Applications and Systems Developer to enhance their operations by designing and maintaining web applications. This role focuses on multi-system integrations, business process automation, and supporting e-commerce efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in backend web development, particularly with PHP or Python, and experience in creating and integrating APIs. The position offers a full-time schedule with a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $90,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3 years of Web Development/Design experience required.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve integration issues quickly.
• Comfortable designing databases and managing schemas.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain custom web applications and internal tools.
• Develop and maintain back-end services using PHP or Python.
• Handle API integrations for third-party platforms.
• Support e-commerce platform customizations and enhancements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Backend web development (PHP, Python)

REST APIs

SQL proficiency

Version control with Git

AI tool usage in development

Education

Masters degree in Web Development, Computer Programming, Computer Science

Tools

PHP

Python

MySQL

Job description

We are a growing e-commerce company that operates multiple websites supported by a centralized system designed to keep our data, workflows, and customer experience consistent across the business. Our platforms integrate with a range of third‑party applications and internal tools to create a streamlined, efficient operation across product and order management, customer support, and reporting. We are seeking a skilled Web Applications and Systems Developer to join our team and help us continue improving and scaling this connected ecosystem.

Position Overview

The Web Applications and Systems Developer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining internal and customer‑facing web applications, with a strong focus on multi‑system integrations and business process automation. This role will develop custom application features, connect third‑party platforms via APIs, and create reliable workflows and data synchronization between systems. The position will also assist with maintaining and improving the company’s e‑commerce websites by supporting product setup and ongoing updates to product content and data. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on problem solver who can work across front‑end, back‑end, databases, and automation tools to deliver secure, maintainable solutions that support e‑commerce operations and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain custom web applications, internal tools, and workflow systems to support business operations.
• Develop and maintain back‑end services and custom functionality using PHP, Python, or similar languages.
• Design, implement, and maintain third‑party and internal API integrations.
• Create and maintain automation workflows and scripted functions (including Deluge or comparable scripting) to streamline business processes and improve data accuracy across systems.
• Develop and optimize database queries and structures (MySQL/SQL), including schema design, troubleshooting, and performance improvements.
• Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting for applications and integrations; investigate issues and drive problems to resolution.
• Support e‑commerce platform customization and extensions (OpenCart or similar), including enhancements that impact catalog management, checkout, order workflows, and related integrations.
• Ensure changes are deployed safely using sound production practices, including testing, staging validation, rollback planning, and documentation.
• Collaborate with team leaders to translate business requirements into technical solutions, provide status updates, and document systems and workflows for long‑term maintainability.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex application and integration issues quickly and efficiently.
• Backend web development experience (one or more): PHP, Python (or similar)
• Experience building and maintaining custom web applications (internal tools, admin panels, workflow apps)
• Solid understanding of REST APIs (requests, auth, pagination, rate limits, error handling)
• Hands‑on experience with third‑party API integrations
• SQL proficiency (joins, indexing concepts, query optimization basics)
• Experience with MySQL, SQL proficiency, and comfortable designing tables, working with existing schemas, and troubleshooting data issues
• Comfortable using AI tools to accelerate development
• Ability to validate AI output and maintain code quality/security (no blind copy/paste)
• Version control with Git (branching, PRs, code reviews)
• Ability to write readable, maintainable code with basic testing discipline

Experience/Education

• Masters degree in Web Development, Computer Programming, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Web Development/Design: 3 years (Required)

Job Type: Full‑time, Monday – Friday

Pay: $80,000 – $90,000 based on experience