Lead Shopify Developer

WPP ES; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP ES is seeking a skilled Shopify Front-End Developer to build and maintain production-ready Shopify themes and storefronts. You will contribute to component-based architecture, collaborate with design and marketing, and lead development workstreams within an Agile framework.

You will mentor junior developers, ensure accessibility and performance, and own end-to-end delivery from concept to deployment, including ongoing maintenance and scaling across marketing tools and APIs.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience building Shopify storefronts using Liquid, HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of component-based architectures and reusable UI patterns.
• Experience delivering in Agile environments with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality, production-ready Shopify front-end code with reusable components.
• Lead front-end workstreams within Agile, participate in planning and stand-ups, mentor juniors.
• Collaborate with design, marketing and technical teams to integrate with APIs and Shopify Apps.
• Drive quality via code reviews, unit testing, accessibility improvements and performance optimization.
• Own end-to-end development from concept to delivery, including maintenance and scaling.

Skills

Shopify Liquid

Front-end Dev

Agile

Leadership

API Integrations

Code Quality

Web Performance

WCAG Accessibility

Cross-functional

End-to-End Ownership

Problem Solving

Communication

Continuous Learning

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• 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, elevate concerns, and present solutions.

Preferred candidate profile

• 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 elevate concerns.
• Continuous Learning: Proactive approach to staying current with evolving web standards, technologies, and industry best practices.