We are seeking a front-end web developer to join our team. As a front-end developer, you will be responsible for the user interface of our website. Qualified candidates will be expected to have a working knowledge of HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript and a basic understanding of user interface and user experience (UI/UX) design. Your duties will include turning wireframes and mock-ups into reusable code and building high-quality UI components with scalability in mind.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Writing front-end code with HTML, CSS, & Javascript.
Implementing third-party solutions & apps.
Troubleshooting issues.
Implement UI designs in HTML/CSS based on mock-up PSD & PDF files supplied by our designer.
Managing our site codebase & ensure that all code on the site is in use or removed.
Ensuring consistently excellent performance on all major devices/browsers, including fast load times & bug-free core functionality.
Constructing design solutions with our team of designers & marketers with a focus on improving website usability.
Working closely with our creative team to ensure the practicality & function of designs.
Running extensive QA to ensure performance consistency across key devices & browsers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Extensive knowledge of both Shopify & Shopify Plus platforms.
Experience working with a mobile-first approach.
Experience with popular Shopify apps & third-party integrations.
Fluency in common web development languages, including HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript/jQuery frameworks (MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js).
Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.
Experience developing front-end web applications that perform well on all devices using modern languages & frameworks.
Experience with Shopify liquid and scripts.
Experience building Shopify apps or custom applications.
Excellent communication skills & ability to explain work to leadership & designers.
BONUS: Familiarity with design tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Sketch, or Figma.
Big advantage if you have experience in the following:
Shopify theme development experience (Theme Kit / Slate / Slater / etc); comfort developing within Shopify utilizing Liquid, HTML, SCSS and jQuery.
Able to build and develop APIs that integrate platforms with backend systems.
Develop and apply custom features/ functions as required.
Can develop custom apps when needed and use third-party APIs.
