Shopify Front-End Developer

Novatize; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce solutions provider in Montreal is seeking a Shopify Front-End Developer. This role involves integrating UI/UX mockups into Shopify and customizing themes. Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience with Shopify and strong skills in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The company offers a flexible work environment with numerous perks including a comprehensive insurance plan and floating vacation days.

Benefits

Unlimited coffee and snacks

5 floating vacation days

A $250 allowance for your work anniversary

A $200 quarterly wellness allowance

Comprehensive group insurance plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 to 4 years of proven experience with Shopify.
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of proven experience with HTML, CSS, SASS or LESS, and JavaScript.
• Bilingualism (French/English) required.

Responsibilities

• Integrate functional UI/UX mockups into Shopify.
• Customize, develop, and implement custom themes and applications.
• Perform code quality reviews for your colleagues.

Skills

Strong expertise in Shopify

Proficiency in JavaScript

Proficiency in HTML

Solid knowledge of Git

Understanding of SEO fundamentals

Tools

Shopify APIs

Development frameworks (Agile, Kanban)

Job description

Overview

It’s no secret, e-commerce is the future of modern business. At Novatize, we specialize in the implementation and commercialization of innovative e-commerce solutions. Our mission is to help businesses maximize their return on investment and drive their growth to new heights. We support businesses in their e-commerce activities and grow with them every step of the way. We’re looking for a Shopify Front-End Developer.

Come thrive in an environment that reflects who you are. For us, work and fun go hand in hand. To make sure you feel at home, we offer:

• Unlimited coffee and snacks
• An open office designed for collaboration
• 5 floating vacation days
• 3 weeks of vacation starting from your first day
• A $250 allowance to treat yourself on your work anniversary
• A $200 quarterly wellness allowance
• Travel insurance
• A comprehensive group insurance plan
• A schedule adapted to your lifestyle
• The possibility to work remotely, in the office, or in hybrid mode
• A paid half-day of volunteer work per quarter
• A sustainability committee

Responsibilities

• Integrate functional UI/UX mockups into Shopify
• Customize, develop, and implement custom themes and applications
• Ensure maintenance and propose continuous improvements
• Contribute to strategic discussions and provide development effort estimates
• Follow the latest and best development practices
• Perform code quality reviews for your colleagues
• Ensure the site is fully functional before launch
• Stay up to date with the latest web technologies and trends

Required technical skills

• Strong expertise in Shopify
• Proficiency in JavaScript and at least one popular framework (Vue.js, React, etc.)
• Proficiency in another object-oriented programming language
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Liquid
• Experience with Shopify APIs and third-party integrations
• Understanding of SEO fundamentals and Shopify best practices
• Experience with databases such as MySQL/MariaDB
• Solid knowledge of Git
• Experience with development frameworks (Agile, Kanban, etc.)

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with another modern e-commerce platform
• Experience with Grunt or Gulp
• Experience with the Atlassian suite (Jira, BitBucket, Confluence)
• Experience with headless development (Hydrogen preferred)
• Experience with connected external systems (PIM, DAM, ERP, etc.)
• Experience with hosting services (AWS, Vercel, etc.)

Requirements

• Minimum 2 to 4 years of proven experience with Shopify
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of proven experience with HTML, CSS, SASS or LESS, and JavaScript
• Bilingualism (French/English)
• Resourceful, autonomous, and versatile
• Creative and curious
• Strong attention to detail, ergonomics, and aesthetics

You made it this far? That means it’s time to apply, we can’t wait to meet you!