Bob Thewes

E-Commerce Developer

Professional Summary

Hi! My name's Bob. I'm a full-stack e-commerce engineer experienced in Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) and Shopify ecosystems. I have a strong record of navigating legacy architectures, integrating complex APIs, and delivering stable, scalable storefronts. I have been recognized for owning ambiguous client initiatives end-to-end, mentoring peers, and balancing technical depth with practical delivery.

Skills

Platforms / Integrations

• SFCC (SFRA, SiteGenesis)
• Shopify (Liquid, APIs)
• CyberSource (SOAP → REST)
• Algolia
• DeckCommerce
• Emarsys
• Yamato
• Peach Payments
• eSpirit

Languages

• JavaScript (ES6+)
• Node / NPM
• HTML / CSS / SASS
• JSON
• XML
• jQuery
• Mocha

Tooling

• Visual Studio Code
• Eclipse/UX Studio
• Bitbucket / SourceTree
• Google Tag Manager
• Google Analytics
• Google Console
• Jira
• Confluence

Professional Experience

Full Stack Web Developer

October 2020 - Present

Boulder, CO

• Worked with diverse enterprise clients to build and maintain Salesforce Commerce Cloud SFRA websites.
• Customized Shopify theme functionality and design to match legacy Salesforce Commerce Cloud design.
• Implemented third-party search vendor Algolia integration for Shopify product list pages using JavaScript hooks.
• Launched multiple locale-specific sites (JP, ZA, EU, etc.), enabling third-party integrations for payment and product pick-up.
• Integrated CyberSource REST cartridge to replace legacy SOAP version.
• Implemented ADA audit updates to ensure WCAG AA compliance.
• Transitioning to new clients quickly by adapting to corporate culture and ensuring clear communication.

Lead UI/UX Web Developer

November 2017 - October 2020

Pittsburgh, PA

• Provided front-end development, implementation, testing, and defect remediation for e-commerce storefront using Salesforce Commerce Cloud.
• Developed strong debugging and problem-solving skills with excellent understanding of system development methodologies, techniques and tools.
• Managed team of developers across multiple projects in a fast-paced retail environment using Scrum and Agile development.
• Implemented key web concepts including SEO, accessibility, site speed, responsive design, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Used Google Tag Manager to implement tracking pixels and enhance analytics.
• Delivered major initiatives: BOPIS, single-page checkout, OMS restructuring, and localization.

Digital Designer / Developer

April 2010 - November 2017

Pittsburgh, PA

• Designed creative for daily email campaigns, web advertising banners, social posts, and product landing pages following brand standards.
• Used HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/jQuery to code dynamic, responsive landing pages that matched the original design mocks to an exacting degree.
• Designed and coded high-profile landing page for GNC's national “Courage To Change” marketing campaign which included the implementation of parallax scrolling and YouTube’s API integration.
• Coded daily HTML emails and loaded them into YesMail online marketing application.
• Worked in cooperation with a team of designers under strict deadlines and multiple rounds of changes to complete projects in a constantly changing environment.

Web Developer

September 2001 - August, 2008

Detroit, MI

• Worked with content providers from a variety of departments to design and build intranet websites following corporate standards.
• Worked with a team to restructure and redesign intranet website by gathering input from employees, translating that feedback into a new website taxonomy and layout, developing website templates, publishing the new design, and documenting the design changes.
• Incorporated existing website into online content management system including: creating templates, developing securities and workflows, and updating system interface to ensure intuitive usability.
• Provided continuing technical training and support for non-technical customers.