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Worked alongside BigCommerce agencies, technology partners, and commerce teams across multiple engagements.
Why BigCommerce development becomes hard to manage as projects grow
BigCommerce gives teams flexibility, but flexibility increases delivery complexity. As stores evolve, custom features, integrations, SEO, and performance improvements introduce execution risk—even when teams are capable.
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Most BigCommerce projects do not fail because of poor development. They fail because delivery loses structure as complexity grows.
OUR SERVICES
BigCommerce Development Services
We provide focused BigCommerce development services designed to remain stable, maintainable, and adaptable as business needs grow.
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BigCommerce Implementation
End-to-end BigCommerce implementation covering store setup, configuration, integrations, and launch readiness. We ensure the platform is structured correctly from day one, so teams can scale without rework or operational friction.
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BigCommerce Apps Development
Custom BigCommerce app development to extend platform functionality and support unique business workflows. Apps are built with clean architecture, predictable behavior, and long-term maintainability in mind.
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BigCommerce B2B Store Development
BigCommerce B2B store development focused on complex pricing, customer groups, catalogs, and approval workflows. We help teams deliver B2B experiences that remain reliable as accounts, products, and rules grow.
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Headless Commerce Development
Headless commerce development using BigCommerce as the backend with modern frontend frameworks. We coordinate backend APIs, frontend builds, and CMS layers so execution stays aligned and releases remain controlled.
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BigCommerce Storefront Development
Custom BigCommerce storefront development optimized for performance, usability, and conversion. Storefronts are built to support SEO, scalability, and ongoing feature evolution without slowing delivery.
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Enterprise BigCommerce Development Support
Support for large BigCommerce initiatives involving multiple storefronts, integrations, and teams. We help maintain architectural consistency, integration stability, and release readiness across complex builds.
Our Process
How it Works
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Discovery and technical alignment
We understand your BigCommerce goals, storefront requirements, integrations, and constraints. We confirm scope, assumptions, and success criteria so the project starts with shared clarity.
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Architecture and execution plan
We define the approach for theme or storefront work, app development, headless architecture, and integrations. We plan milestones, dependencies, environments, and testing so execution stays organized.
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Build and integrate
We build the BigCommerce storefront, theme, apps, or headless frontend and connect required services. Integrations are implemented with stable data flow and clear error handling.
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Quality, performance, and readiness
We test storefront behavior across devices and user journeys. We validate performance, core flows, and integration reliability. We prepare a clear release checklist for launch.
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Launch and continuous improvement
We support launch, rollout, monitoring, and post-launch fixes. After launch, we help improve storefront UX, performance, and maintainability as new requirements come in.
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BIGCOMMERCE DEVELOPMENT CLARITY
Clear visibility across BigCommerce development stages
As BigCommerce stores evolve, storefront changes, integrations, and customizations can introduce hidden complexity. Clear visibility helps teams understand progress, impacts, and next steps across the entire development lifecycle.
Storefront progress clarity
See which storefront features, themes, and customizations are complete, in progress, or pending—without relying on vague updates.
Integration impact awareness
Understand how integrations and API changes affect storefront behavior, performance, and release timing before issues surface.
Cross-team alignment
Ensure internal teams and clients stay aligned on priorities, timelines, and next steps as the project moves forward.
Confident release planning
Plan releases based on real storefront readiness, dependencies, and constraints—instead of last-minute fixes.
Latest BigCommerce Projects
Our Hiring Model
Choose the engagement model that best fits your BigCommerce development needs—whether you need dedicated resources, fixed-scope projects, or flexible hourly support.
Dedicated Developer
Full-time BigCommerce developer dedicated to your project with one-to-one reporting. They work as per your client needs, providing consistent support and deep platform expertise.
Fixed Price Model
One-time fixed-price contract with defined scope, deadlines, and budgets. Ideal for well-defined BigCommerce projects with milestone-based payment and predictable costs.
Hourly
Hour-wise rolling contract where you pay only for measurable work completed. Perfect for ongoing BigCommerce support, maintenance, and flexible development with weekly or monthly billing.
INDUSTRIES WE SERVE
BigCommerce expertise across the industries
We've built BigCommerce stores for B2B and B2C businesses across industries—each with unique catalog structures, pricing models, and integration requirements.
Why teams trust NorthStar for BigCommerce Development
Teams choose us when BigCommerce projects involve real complexity. We focus on making technical decisions clear, changes predictable, and progress visible as stores evolve.
Delivery
BigCommerce work is planned with clear scope and ownership, so storefront changes, integrations, and releases move forward without constant rework or follow-ups.
Execution
Day-to-day BigCommerce development is actively guided so blockers surface early and progress stays aligned as complexity increases.
Visibility
Teams always know what’s in progress, what’s at risk, and what’s coming next across BigCommerce builds—reducing surprises as releases approach.
BigCommerce experience across implementations
Experience drawn from storefront builds, integrations, add-ons, and long-term platform work.
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BigCommerce projects completed
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Milestones met post-engagement
3-6 Months
Typical BigCommerce project duration
BigCommerce add-ons
Purpose-built add-ons that solve common BigCommerce gaps without heavy custom development.
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Bulk Product Ordering
Allow customers to order products in bulk using SKUs or structured order forms. Prices are calculated automatically based on quantity, customer group, or pricing rules.
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Barcode Scanning App (POS)
Scan product barcodes using a device camera to instantly search, view, or add items to the cart. Designed for both customers and store staff to speed up ordering and product lookup.
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Bulk Product Editing
Edit prices, inventory, categories, attributes, and custom fields in bulk. Built for large catalogs where managing products one by one slows teams down.
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Year, make, model search
Add structured year-make-model filtering to BigCommerce stores. Perfect for automotive, parts, and compatibility-driven catalogs where accurate product matching matters.
TECHNICAL STACK
Technologies we use for BigCommerce development
We work with modern frameworks, APIs, and tools to build scalable, maintainable BigCommerce solutions that perform well and integrate cleanly.
Explore Our Tech StackStencil & Catalyst
BigCommerce native theme frameworks for custom storefront development
React & Next.js
Modern frontend frameworks for headless commerce implementations
Node.js & PHP
Backend languages for custom app development and integrations
REST & GraphQL APIs
BigCommerce API integration for data sync and custom functionality
Webhooks & Events
Real-time data synchronization and event-driven integrations
AWS & Vercel
Cloud hosting and deployment for headless frontends
Third-Party Integrations
ERP, CRM, PIM, shipping, payment, and marketing platform connections
Performance Tools
Lighthouse, WebPageTest, and custom monitoring for optimization
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about BigCommerce add-ons, including installation, compatibility, usage, and ongoing support.
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What BigCommerce development services does NorthStar provide? keyboard_arrow_down
We provide end-to-end BigCommerce development services, including implementation, storefront and theme development, app development, headless commerce, B2B solutions, integrations, and ongoing platform improvements.
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Do you work with existing BigCommerce stores or only new builds? keyboard_arrow_down
We work with both new and existing BigCommerce stores. This includes improving storefront performance, restructuring themes, adding custom features, integrating third-party systems, and preparing stores for long-term scalability.
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Does NorthStar offer custom BigCommerce app development? keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. We build custom BigCommerce apps that integrate directly into the platform using the BigCommerce App API. This includes single-click apps, embedded widgets, custom admin panels, and integrations that extend store functionality beyond what's available in the marketplace.
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Can NorthStar build headless commerce solutions using BigCommerce? keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. We build headless commerce solutions using BigCommerce as the backend, combined with modern frontend frameworks. This approach provides greater flexibility while keeping the platform stable and scalable.
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Can you support BigCommerce B2B store development? keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. We support BigCommerce B2B store development, including complex catalogs, pricing rules, customer groups, and approval workflows—while maintaining a clean and usable storefront experience.
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How do you ensure BigCommerce storefront performance and stability? keyboard_arrow_down
We focus on clean theme architecture, efficient frontend rendering, and responsible use of APIs. Performance and stability are built into development—rather than addressed after launch.
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How long does a typical BigCommerce development project with NorthStar take? keyboard_arrow_down
Timelines vary based on scope, complexity, and integrations. Smaller enhancements may take a few weeks, while larger storefront builds or headless implementations may take several months. We provide clear timelines after reviewing requirements.
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How much does BigCommerce development cost? keyboard_arrow_down
Pricing depends on project scope, complexity, and timeline. We work on both fixed-price and time-and-materials engagements depending on what fits the project best.
Typical project ranges:
- Theme customization or feature additions: $5,000–$15,000
- Custom storefront builds (Stencil/Catalyst): $15,000–$50,000
- Headless commerce implementations: $30,000–$100,000+
- Custom app development: $10,000–$40,000
- Complex integrations (ERP, PIM, CRM): $15,000–$60,000
We provide detailed estimates after reviewing your requirements, existing setup, and technical constraints. Contact us for a project-specific quote.
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What factors affect BigCommerce development pricing? keyboard_arrow_down
Several factors influence the cost of BigCommerce development:
- Project scope: Number of features, pages, and custom functionality required
- Design complexity: Custom design vs. theme customization, number of unique layouts
- Integrations: Third-party systems (ERP, CRM, PIM, shipping, payment gateways)
- Data migration: Volume and complexity of product, customer, and order data
- Custom features: Advanced search, configurators, B2B functionality, custom checkout
- Performance requirements: Large catalogs, high traffic, complex filtering
- Timeline: Expedited projects may require additional resources
We assess these factors during discovery to provide accurate estimates and avoid scope creep.
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Do you offer ongoing support and maintenance after launch? keyboard_arrow_down
Yes. We offer ongoing support and maintenance packages that include bug fixes, platform updates, performance monitoring, feature enhancements, and technical support. Support can be structured as monthly retainers or on-demand hourly engagements depending on your needs.
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