The Lead Front End Engineer, Shopify, reporting to the Engineering Manager will be responsible for architecture, development, and technical leadership of Shopify-based projects.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and enhancement of Shopify-based solutions, ensuring high performance, scalability, and security
- Oversee code quality, reviews, and best practices, ensuring adherence to Shopify standards
- Collaborate with backend teams on API design and integrations to build seamless eCommerce experiences
- Conduct root cause analysis for production issues, provide strategic solutions, and ensure stability
- Optimize the customer experience through best UI/UX practices and modern frontend technologies
- Ensure continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) best practices for efficient development workflows
- Actively participate in team meetings, Agile ceremonies, and problem-solving discussions
- Work with project managers and stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals
- Stay up to date with Shopify, eCommerce, and modern web technologies to drive innovation
Requirements
- 6+ years of experience in web development with a strong focus on Shopify
- Deep expertise in Shopify, Liquid, and extending Shopify Admin and Storefront APIs (REST and GraphQL)
- Strong experience building custom Shopify apps, Shopify Functions, Checkout Extensibility/UI Extensions, and integrating with third-party systems
- Understanding of Shopify architecture and limitations
- Proficiency in modern frontend technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React.js/Vue.js is a plus)
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software architecture
- Experience working with Git, Bitbucket, and managing CI/CD pipelines
- Knowledge of Headless eCommerce architectures, including PWA, Hyvä, or other frontend solutions
- Experience integrating third-party APIs, payment gateways, ERP, CRM, and other business tools
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and development management tools like JIRA, Confluence
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions
- Excellent communication and leadership skills to mentor developers and collaborate with cross-functional teams
- English proficiency (B2+) for effective communication in an international environment
- Experience with custom Celigo integrations between Shopify & an endpoint like NetSuite
Preferred Qualifications
- Shopify certification
- Background in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices
- Understanding of accessibility, performance optimization, and security best practices
Nice-to-Have Experience
- Experience with BigCommerce
Benefits
- Unlimited Vacation/PTO
- Full Health Benefits and 401k Fixed Percentage Plan (USA only) RRSP (Canada)
- Fully remote and distributed teams
- Paid Parental Leave
- Ongoing training and education opportunities
- 0% Bureaucracy Culture - Focus is on responsibilities, not title
The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise, balance organizational work.
