About Global Watch Company (GWC) 

The Global Watch Company (GWC) is one of Vancouver’s leading watch and jewelry retailers, specializing in Haute Horlogerie and rare luxury diamonds. GWC is proud to be the only retailer in Vancouver that owns and operates boutiques dedicated to the Rolex, Tudor, and Chopard brands—located in the heart of downtown Vancouver’s Luxury Zone.

About the Role

GWC is seeking a skilled Web Developer to join our team in Vancouver, BC. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing our fully custom-coded websites for our luxury watch brands and our main company website.

This role requires a technically proficient, detail-oriented individual with a passion for design, functionality, and digital innovation. Working closely with our marketing and design teams, you will ensure that every digital experience reflects the prestige and precision of the brands we represent.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, enhance, and maintain a high-performance, ecommerce website for GWC, Rolex, and other luxury brands.
  • Global Watch Company’s main site
  • Build modular, reusable React and Next.js components within the MakeSwift platform.
  • Integrate and consume data from BigCommerce APIs using GraphQL for products, categories, and payments.
  • Collaborate with design and marketing teams to translate visual concepts into dynamic user interfaces.
  • Optimize front-end performance, SEO, and accessibility.
  • Implement analytics and tracking tools for performance and user insights.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve website and integration issues promptly.
  • Stay current with modern JavaScript frameworks and headless commerce best practices.

Who You Are

  • A passionate developer with a keen eye for design and performance.
  • Strong proficiency in React and Next.js, with a solid understanding of component-based architecture and state management.
  • Experienced with HTML, CSS, JavaScript (ES6+), and Tailwind CSS.
  • Skilled at consuming APIs via GraphQL and proficient in Git/GitHub for version control.
  • Excellent communicator, able to collaborate cross-functionally with design and marketing teams.
  • Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities independently.
  • Creative problem-solver with attention to technical detail and user experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):

  • Experience with the MakeSwift platform.
  • Familiarity with BigCommerce or other headless eCommerce platforms.
  • Experience with payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) and checkout integrations.
  • Familiarity with Docker or similar development tools for deployment.
  • Understanding of SEO best practices and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Tag Manager).
  • Experience working with luxury or retail brands is an asset.

Why Join Us 

For the right person, GWC offers an excellent remuneration package, including: 

  • Competitive pay: CA$35.00–CA$45.00 per hour (based on experience)
  • A professional and supportive working environment within a renowned luxury house
  • The opportunity to contribute to the digital presence of world-class brands
  • Excellent training and exposure to luxury eCommerce and marketing innovation

Experience Requirements 

  • Web Development: 4 years (required)
  • React and Next.js: 2 years (required)
  • TypeScript (JavaScript): 2 years (required)
  • CSS: 2 years (required)
  • Git: 2 years (required)

Pay: CA$35.00-CA$45.00 per hour

Work Location 

In-person — Vancouver, BC

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