Engineering Manager – eCommerce & Systems Architecture bei Maxwood Furniture

Description

Maxwood Furniture is a rapidly growing furniture company with an expanding portfolio of brands such as Max & Lily, Plank + Beam, and Maxtrix. Since launching over two decades ago, we have established multiple sales channels including our DTC websites and third-party marketplaces. We’re passionate about creating an inspiring and engaging shopping experience for our customers, bringing their home decor dreams to life with stunning, on-trend pieces. 

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced?Engineering Manager – eCommerce & Systems Architecture to lead our development team and drive the architectural vision for our eCommerce platforms. This role blends hands-on technical leadership with people management, ensuring our systems are robust, scalable, and aligned with business goals.
 

Responsibilities 

Team Leadership & Management 

• Manage, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team including Full Stack Developers, Shopify Leads, Systems Integration Engineers, and eCommerce Analysts. 
• Conduct regular performance reviews, address personnel issues, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture. 
• Oversee hiring, onboarding, and professional development for technical staff. 

Systems Architecture & Technical Ownership 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Product Owners (POs) in the PMO, translating business requirements into scalable system architectures. 
• Design, document, and communicate architectural decisions for new and existing systems, ensuring alignment with business needs and technical best practices. 
• Lead the process for coding standards, system maintenance, and launch protocols across all platforms. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Prior experience or familiarity with finance, operations, customer care, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) required for an omni-channel sales and logistics company. 
• Partner closely with Product Owners to understand business objectives, prioritize requirements, and deliver solutions that meet stakeholder needs. 
• Facilitate effective communication between technical teams and business units, ensuring clarity and alignment on project goals and deliverables. 

Process & Quality Management 

• Facilitate development processes, including code reviews, release management, and participation in sprint planning. 
• Ensure systems are coded, maintained, and launched according to industry standards and internal best practices. 
• Champion continuous improvement in workflow efficiency, system reliability, and team productivity. 

Technical Expertise 

• Architect and oversee integrations with eCommerce platforms (especially Shopify), ERP systems, and third-party tools (e.g., Salsify, Channel Advisor). 
• Evaluate new technologies and tools for compatibility and strategic fit. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system integration issues. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or extensive related experience. 
• Proven experience managing technical teams preferably in an eCommerce environment. 
• Strong experience with APIs and other methodologies for system integration, including RESTful services, webhooks, and middleware platforms. 
• Strong background in systems architecture, with hands-on experience integrating disparate platforms (Shopify, ERP, Data Warehouse, etc.). 
• Deep familiarity with Shopify development, including themes, APIs, and app integrations. 
• Strong understanding of relational databases and proficiency in SQL for data modeling, system integration, and troubleshooting. 
• Experience with product content management systems (Salsify, Channel Advisor) is a plus.  
• Ability to define and implement Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, version control, and automated testing frameworks. 
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. 
• Experience with personnel management, performance reviews, and team development. 
• This role is based in our Charleston, SC office. Hybrid work option available after 90 days of successful in-office performance.  

*This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship. Candidates must already have permanent work authorization*