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

Global Watch Company (GWC), Vancouver's leading watch and jewelry retailer, is seeking a skilled full-time 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.

Our brand portfolio is expanding, with additional brands joining GWC and increasing the scope of our web presence. This role exists primarily to support that growth, helping us build new brand sites and sections while keeping our existing platform rapid, consistent, and easy to extend.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, enhance, and maintain high-performance, responsive websites across our current portfolio - TUDOR, Chopard, Rolex, Panerai, and Global Watch Company's main site - with additional brand sites to follow.

Support the expansion of our web presence by launching new brand sites and sections as additional brands join the portfolio, and by scaling the existing architecture to accommodate them.

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.

Integrate third-party systems and services, consuming RESTful APIs to connect inventory, CRM, marketing, and other external platforms with our websites.

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.

Who You Are

Strong proficiency in React and Next.js

Solid understanding of component-based architecture and state management

Experience consuming APIs via GraphQL

Proficiency with Git and GitHub for version control

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):

Experience working 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 other containerization tools for local development and deployment

A design-oriented mindset, with attention to UI/UX details

Familiarity with SEO best practices

Experience working within strict brand guidelines, where specifications for layout, typography, imagery, and tone must be followed precisely and are subject to brand approval

Experience with luxury or retail brands, particularly across multi-brand or multi-site setups

Knowledge of analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Tag Manager)

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)

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📌 Web Developer (British Columbia)
🏢 Global Watch
📍 British Columbia