The McAlear Group · 15 hours ago
Back-End Web Developer - Marketing
Maumee, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe McAlear Group is seeking a Back-End Web Developer to build and maintain the server-side infrastructure for their customer-facing websites. This role involves collaborating with the IT team to ensure site architecture and development plans align with business strategies, while focusing on optimizing back-end systems for performance and security.
AccountingBrand MarketingManufacturingMarketingWholesale
Hiring Manager
Michelle Topel
Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain secure, scalable back-end systems for customer-facing web platforms (e.g., e-commerce, WordPress)
Develop and maintain APIs, microservices, and data flows between front-end components and internal
Optimize SQL Server and MySQL database queries and structure for site performance and reliability
Extend and customize back-end WordPress logic, including plugin and theme development when necessary
Collaborate closely with IT stakeholders on systems with cross-functional dependencies (e.g., user authentication, ERP integration, enterprise APIs)
Document and implement back-end business rules, functional requirements, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support marketing-led initiatives
Participate in web architecture decisions and code reviews with both marketing and IT engineering stakeholders
Support e-commerce infrastructure including cart functionality, customer portals, payment integrations, and product catalog services
Ensure back-end code is secure, testable, and optimized for scale
Manage project timelines, coordinate with stakeholders, and proactively communicate progress, risks, and blockers
Participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, & reviews to align work with strategic web initiatives
Coordinate with IT stakeholders to maintain deployment processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
Proficient in .NET Core, C#, and SQL Server
Strong proficiency of PHP/Vue and MySQL
Experience in creating and maintaining APIs, server-side services, and e-commerce platforms
Knowledge of serverless/cloud functions (e.g., Azure Functions)
Confidence and understanding of microservice architecture
Ability to develop locally using deployed APIs
Working knowledge of front-end technologies (Vues.js preferred)
Proficiency and comfort with branching, merging conflicts and isolating branches so that they can be deployed independent of larger features
Solid debugging and problem-solving skills
Ability to write unit and integration tests
Familiarity with browser testing and debugging
Awareness of SEO and structured data from a back-end perspective
Excellent documentation habits and attention to security, compliance, and performance
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Detail-oriented with a passion for clear documentation and maintain consistency in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
3-5+ years of software development experience, preferably in a full-stack or back-end role
Familiarity with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
Benefits
401k
Health and life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Disability coverage
PTO
Company
The McAlear Group
The McAlear Group is comprised of three diverse companies, each within a unique and diverse manufacturing industry.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Tom Martin
Director
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