Lead Shopify Engineer

The opportunity

To work as a Lead Shopify Developer on an exciting fast paced account, for our client who is a global leader in the health and hygiene market, supporting other developers within the account whilst taking ownership in key tech decisions. 

What you’ll be doing

• Develop and maintain high-quality, production-ready Shopify front-end code, including reusable components and theme areas, adhering to architectural standards and best practices. 

• Lead front-end development workstreams within an Agile environment, contributing to planning, estimation, and daily stand-ups, while mentoring junior developers. 

• Collaborate with design, marketing, and technical teams to understand requirements, propose solutions, and ensure seamless integration with marketing tools, platform APIs, and Shopify Apps. 

• Drive quality through code reviews, unit testing, accessibility improvements, and performance optimization, while staying current with evolving standards and technologies. 

• Own end-to-end development, from concept to delivery, including ongoing maintenance, scaling, and support of recruitment efforts. 

• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to address issues, escalate concerns, and present solutions. 

What we want from you

• Shopify Front-End Development Expertise: Deep proficiency in developing and maintaining high-quality, production-ready Shopify themes and custom storefronts using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. 

• Component-Based Architecture: Experience in developing reusable UI components and adhering to architectural standards and front-end best practices. 

• Agile Methodologies: Solid understanding and practical experience working within Agile development environments (e.g., Scrum, Kanban), including participation in planning, estimation, and daily stand-ups. 

• Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Proven ability to lead front-end development workstreams, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior developers. 

• API & Third-Party Integrations: Experience integrating with various marketing tools, platform APIs, and Shopify Apps to ensure seamless functionality. 

• Code Quality & Best Practices: Strong commitment to driving quality through rigorous code reviews, unit testing, and adherence to coding standards. 

• Web Performance Optimization: Practical knowledge and experience in optimizing web performance for fast loading times and smooth user experiences. 

• Web Accessibility (WCAG): Understanding and application of web accessibility standards to ensure inclusive user interfaces. 

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Excellent ability to collaborate effectively with design, marketing, and other technical teams to gather requirements, propose solutions, and deliver integrated features. 

• End-to-End Ownership: Capability to own the full development lifecycle, from concept and design to delivery, ongoing maintenance, and scalability. 

• Problem-Solving & Solution Design: Strong analytical skills to understand complex requirements, identify challenges, and propose effective technical solutions. 

• Technical & Non-Technical Communication: Exceptional communication skills, able to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical peers and non-technical stakeholders, and effectively present solutions or escalate concerns. 
• Continuous Learning: Proactive approach to staying current with evolving web standards, technologies, and industry best practices. 

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