Who We Are:
At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. We are VML Enterprise Solutions - a group of talented engineers, tech experts, and creators who combine our passions and contribute to the IT world. You may know us better as Wunderman Thompson Technology – in 2024 we changed our name, but at the same time, we remained a great team of people who deliver our best. We design, build, manage and run complex technology platforms and help our clients to benefit from our work and creativity.
The opportunity:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Frontend Shopify Engineer to spearhead the development efforts for one of our exciting, fast-paced enterprise-level client accounts. In this pivotal role, you will drive key technical decisions, architect innovative Shopify solutions, and mentor a talented team of developers, ensuring the delivery of cutting-edge commerce experiences.
What you’ll get to do:
- 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.
You will collaborate with our UK project team, so we’ll need you to be available until 18:00 PL
What we offer:
- Work equipment with delivery to your door
- Opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world
What you should have:
- 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
