Director of Technology

October 9

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Description

• About Avex • Avex is a rapidly growing eCommerce agency that partners with merchants in the fashion, lifestyle and premium products space. • We design, build and optimize eCommerce experiences on Shopify Plus for global brands. • Our Values • BUILD our clients’ businesses, INSPIRE our employees to grow, CHALLENGE the norm, and DELIVER on our commitments. • We believe that our work should not only produce amazing results for our clients but should also be fun and rewarding for our team. • We ensure that our team members and partners possess these traits. • Role & Responsibilities • The Director of Technology is responsible for the agency’s technical strategy and execution, focusing on delivering high-quality e-commerce solutions, optimizing technology workflows, and supporting the agency's long-term growth. • This role requires hands-on technical expertise and strategic vision to lead the development team and collaborate with cross-functional leaders, such as Project Managers, Designers, and Client Services, ensuring cohesive project delivery.

Requirements

• Proven expertise in e-commerce platforms, with a focus on Shopify, including Liquid templating, customizations, and API integrations. • Strong background in frontend and backend technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React or Vue), and server-side programming. • Demonstrated experience in leading large-scale replatforming initiatives, particularly from enterprise platforms like Salesforce to Shopify. • Strong understanding of data structure, mapping, and API integration challenges during platform migrations, with a focus on minimizing data loss and maintaining workflow integrity. • 5+ years in a technical leadership role, managing development teams, and overseeing project delivery within an e-commerce or digital agency environment. • Strong people management skills, including hiring, mentoring, and managing performance. • Familiarity with project management principles and Agile methodologies, with experience in resource allocation, budgeting, and timeline management. • Proficient in project management tools like Jira, Trello, or Monday. • Excellent communication skills to interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders. • Ability to think strategically, aligning technical goals with business objectives and growth opportunities. • You hold yourself and others accountable. • You’re competitive and love winning as a team. • You have high standards and expect the same from your team. • You understand we're a growing company and everyone wears multiple hats. • You understand that there will be “easy weeks” but also “busy weeks” where we need to help each other out. • You can work autonomously without being micromanaged.

Benefits

• We offer unlimited PTO • We offer remote or flexible working • We value work-life balance • We reward people based on their accomplishments and contributions • We strive to make a difference in our clients' businesses • We take burnout seriously and do our best to monitor it • We treat people like adults, as long as they treat others with the same respect • We have extremely high standards • We're highly competitive in the industry and we love winning as a team • We prioritize people over profits • We donate a percentage of revenue to No Kid Hungry • 401K with company matching • Remote (Optional / Hybrid) • Untracked PTO and sick days • Paid holidays • At home WiFi monthly stipend • Aetna Healthcare, Dental, Vision • Wellness Reimbursement