Full-Time

Ecommerce Engineer

Posted on 2/20/2025

Hydrow

Hydrow

51-200 employees

Designs and sells rowing machines with workouts

Consumer Software
Healthcare

Mid, Senior

Boston, MA, USA

This is a hybrid position, which may require some in-office days.

Category
Frontend Engineering
Web Development
Software Engineering
Required Skills
React.js
SEO
Vue.js
Next.js

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Professional experience building full-stack web applications with React web frameworks, such as Next.js, Remix, Vue (2+ years minimum)
  • Experience building eCommerce applications with Shopify or similar backend services in a headless environment (1+ years minimum)
  • Expertise in modern frontend development practices, including crafting responsive, accessible and visually engaging user interfaces using component-based CSS frameworks and design systems
  • Expertise with analytics and tag management tools (such as GTM), data layer events and an understanding of SEO principles
  • Familiarity with key web architecture elements such as browser behavior, consuming web services, API-first integration, serverless functions, middleware, web-analytics and server-side JS principles
  • A keen focus on building for performance, optimizing for core web vitals and understanding key drivers
Responsibilities
  • Acquaint yourself with Hydrow’s system landscape, including architecture, processes, tools and incident response framework
  • Get familiar with our eCommerce codebase and development workflow by shadowing ongoing feature development and taking on development of components and site functionality
  • Participate in code reviews, feature grooming and collaborative technical discussions
  • Take ownership of high-impact feature development and technical initiatives
  • Join with the broader team in our support rotation for website related incident response and escalation
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers and developers to build best-fit solutions for Hydrow.com
  • Contribute to Hydrow’s ecommerce development standards and delivery process
  • Contribute to the management of site technical metrics and monitoring such as availability, performance and technical SEO
  • Learn our tagging, analytics and performance monitoring strategies
  • Work closely with our marketing team to support data-driven decision making through experimentation
  • Drive improvements in engineering metrics to reduce cycle times, improve quality and non-functional metrics
  • Maintain and enhance resiliency and our observability stack
  • Contribute to continuous optimization and evolution of our Next.js-based architecture
Desired Qualifications
  • A passion for building great customer experiences
  • A natural curiosity and drive to learn new tech
  • Always on top of trends in frontend architecture

Hydrow specializes in creating a rowing machine called the Hydrow Rower, which provides a full-body, low-impact workout. This machine is designed to be 30% smaller and lighter than traditional rowing machines, making it suitable for smaller living spaces. Users can access a library of over 4,000 workouts that include not only rowing but also strength training, yoga, and other fitness routines. A standout feature of Hydrow is its immersive workout experience, allowing users to row in scenic locations around the world. Additionally, Hydrow offers personalized training programs based on user quizzes, catering to both fitness enthusiasts and individuals recovering from injuries. The company differentiates itself by combining high-quality equipment with engaging content and the motivation of Olympians and champion athletes. Hydrow's goal is to provide an engaging and comprehensive home workout solution that meets the needs of a diverse range of users.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$323.9M

Headquarters

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisition of Speede Fitness expands Hydrow's offerings to include strength training.
  • Hydrow Core Rower appeals to cost-conscious consumers with no subscription required.
  • Early Black Friday discounts boost sales and brand visibility for Hydrow.

What critics are saying

  • Integration challenges with Speede Fitness technology may delay product rollouts.
  • Leadership transition to John Stellato could impact strategic direction and culture.
  • Market saturation in connected fitness may dilute Hydrow's market share.

What makes Hydrow unique

  • Hydrow offers an immersive rowing experience with scenic virtual locations worldwide.
  • The Hydrow Rower is 30% smaller and lighter than traditional rowing machines.
  • Hydrow's personalized training program tailors workouts based on user quizzes.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-7%
CNET
Nov 18th, 2024
Hydrow Rowers Are Up to $475 Off Thanks to This Early Black Friday Discount

Our expert reviewer, Giselle Castro-Sloboda and the team of CNET wellness experts agreed that the Hydrow Pro, named the best luxury rowing machine, was both sleek looking with a smooth, natural stride.

Athletech News
Nov 13th, 2024
Hydrow Unveils Membership-Free Rower to Hook 'Rowing Curious'

Just in time for the holiday season, connected rowing company Hydrow has introduced the Hydrow Core Rower, a new offering with a unique twist: no membership is required.

Engadget
Nov 13th, 2024
Hydrow just announced a new smart rowing machine, with no subscription required

Hydrow, a company that makes smart rowing machines, just announced the Core, a new model that eschews monthly subscription fees.

Hip2Save
Jun 1st, 2024
OVER $700 Off Hydrow Rowing Machines and FREE Delivery (+ $250 Worth of FREE Gifts!)

Hip2Save recently purchased a Hydrow Wave and could not be happier with it.

Business Wire
May 13th, 2024
Hydrow Acquires Majority Stake in Speede Fitness

Hydrow, the leading connected rowing brand that brings the on-water experience of rowing straight to your home, today announced that Hydrow and its in