Technical Architect - Shopify

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented Shopify Technical Architect to join its growing team. This pivotal role involves designing and implementing sophisticated eCommerce solutions on the Shopify Plus platform, ensuring that client needs are met with technical excellence. You will lead the integration of Shopify with various third-party systems and mentor development teams to adhere to best practices. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, this position offers the opportunity to work with leading brands in a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth. If you are passionate about eCommerce and technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Private health insurance

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Regular team events

Collaborative working environment

Technical training and certifications

Qualifications

• Experience as a Technical Architect or Lead Developer focused on Shopify Plus.
• Deep understanding of Shopify's architecture and APIs.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and architecture of Shopify Plus solutions.
• Act as the subject matter expert on Shopify platform features.

Skills

Shopify Plus

Liquid Templating

APIs

Cloud Infrastructure

Agile Methodologies

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Technical Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Related Field

Tools

Shopify

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

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Most of our clients are great brands with distinctive businesses and well-defined values. Appearance, experience, and performance all matter for them. They rely on us to engage with their millions of customers and deliver outstanding branded experiences.

We’re specialists in the business of commerce. Our clients want – and we’ve delivered – increased reach, visitors, conversion rates, order values, and checkout speed, both on and offline.

We do this around the world for our clients. We believe there are no limits to ambition, and everyone can be global if they choose to be – it’s a state of mind.

Our positive mindset leads us to say that amazing things are possible when you Look Up.

The Role:

Due to continued growth and success in our Shopify practice, we are seeking an experienced and talented Shopify Technical Architect to join our expert team. This role is pivotal in designing and guiding the implementation of sophisticated, scalable, and robust eCommerce solutions on the Shopify Plus platform for our diverse client base. You will be the technical authority, ensuring solutions meet business requirements, adhere to best practices, and utilise the full potential of the Shopify ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities:

• Solution Design & Architecture: Lead the technical design and architecture of complex Shopify Plus solutions, translating client business requirements into detailed technical specifications, blueprints, and integration strategies
• Shopify Expertise: Act as the subject matter expert on the Shopify platform, including Shopify Plus features, APIs (Admin, Storefront, Checkout), Liquid, theme architecture, Shopify Flow, Functions, and the broader app ecosystem
• Integration Strategy: Design and oversee the integration of Shopify Plus with essential third-party systems, such as ERPs, PIMs, CRMs, Order Management Systems (OMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), payment gateways, and marketing automation platforms
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance, oversight, and mentorship to development teams throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to architectural standards, coding best practices, performance optimisation, and security guidelines
• Best Practices & Innovation: Champion industry best practices for Shopify development and architecture. Stay current with platform updates, new technologies, and emerging trends in eCommerce to drive innovation within client solutions and internal capabilities
• Client Collaboration: Work closely and proactively with clients, project managers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, present technical solutions, manage expectations, and lead technical workshops or discovery sessions
• Technical Governance: Maintain and evolve the technical architecture of client solutions, ensuring long-term scalability, maintainability, and alignment with their strategic goals
• Documentation: Create comprehensive technical documentation, including solution designs, technical specifications, data models, integration diagrams, and operational guides
• Pre-Sales Support: Contribute technical expertise to pre-sales activities, including solutioning, estimation, technical presentations, and proposal development
• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Mentor technical team members, foster a culture of learning, and develop training materials to enhance the team's Shopify expertise

Requirements

Requirements:

• Proven experience operating as a Technical Architect, Lead Developer, or Senior Engineer with a strong focus on the Shopify Plus platform
• Deep, hands-on understanding of Shopify's architecture, APIs, Liquid templating, theme development/customisation, and app integration patterns
• Demonstrable experience architecting and delivering complex, large-scale eCommerce solutions on Shopify Plus
• Significant experience designing and implementing integrations between Shopify and various third-party enterprise systems
• Experience with various software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and understanding of SDLC in enterprise environments (including CI/CD practices)
• Domain-level understanding of Cloud Infrastructure concepts (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and SaaS product architecture
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically
• Exceptional communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, adept at conveying complex technical concepts to diverse audiences (technical and non-technical)
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with senior business stakeholders and technical teams
• Result-orientated, quality-driven, open-minded, proactive, and self-confident individual
• A strong team player capable of leading and influencing others

It would be great if you also have:

• Experience with Shopify Headless commerce implementations (e.g., Hydrogen, Next.js, Nuxt.js).
• Experience with Shopify Flow, Scripts, and Functions.
• Relevant Shopify certifications or verifiable expertise (e.g., contributions to the Shopify community, published apps).
• Experience working within a digital agency or IT consultancy environment.
• Broader programming experience (e.g., Ruby, Node.js, PHP).
• Experience with data migration strategies for eCommerce platforms.
• Competitive remuneration package tailored to your experience
• Company pension scheme
• Opportunities for professional development, technical training, and certifications
• Flexible working hours and arrangements
• Private health insurance / Additional healthcare benefits
• Generous annual leave entitlement (25 days' holiday plus bank holidays), promoting great work-life balance
• Regular team events and social activities.
• A positive, collaborative, and fun working environment where your contributions are valued

Join Us:

If you are a passionate Shopify expert looking to architect cutting-edge eCommerce solutions for leading brands within a supportive and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply!