Magento Developer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Magento Developer:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • Advanced knowledge of Magento, JavaScript, HTML, PHP, CSS, and MySQL.
  • Experience with complete eCommerce lifecycle development.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to project-manage and work to strict deadlines.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Understanding of modern UI/UX trends.
  • Knowledge of Google Tag Manager, SEO, Google Analytics, PPC, and A/B Testing.
  • Good working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Magento Developer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Magento Developer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.