Creative Developer

NOWATCH; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Front-End Developer to take ownership of their headless e-commerce platform based on Next.js and Shopify. The ideal candidate will create engaging web experiences by transforming design concepts into production code, focusing on conversion optimization and storytelling. You will collaborate closely with the marketing team and maintain high code quality while pushing boundaries in digital experiences. If you have a growth-oriented mindset and a passion for great design, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Next.js applications.
• Experience with Shopify’s headless commerce architecture.
• Portfolio demonstrating animation and motion design implementation.
• Growth-oriented mindset with focus on conversion optimization.
• Exceptional attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve our headless Shopify webshop built with Next.js.
• Transform Figma designs into clean, maintainable code.
• Create stunning animations and micro-interactions.

Skills

Next.js applications

Shopify's headless commerce architecture

Animation and motion design

Responsive interfaces

Conversion optimization

Attention to detail

Job description

As our Senior Front-End Developer, you will have full ownership of our headless e-commerce platform, a Next.js application built on Shopify. You will be the technical bridge between our design vision and customer experience, translating design concepts and marketing briefs into production code. This role requires a growth mindset that balances conversion optimisation with compelling storytelling. You will combine technical excellence with attention to detail and the ambition to create award-winning web experiences. You’re a developer who appreciates great design. You get excited about smooth animations, thoughtful interactions, and the little details that make an experience memorable. You’re equally comfortable discussing conversion funnels with marketers and debating component.

What You’ll Do

• Own and evolve our headless Shopify webshop built with Next.js
• Transform Figma designs and marketing briefs into clean, maintainable code
• Implement conversion-focused features with a growth mindset while maintaining brand storytelling
• Create stunning animations and micro-interactions that bring our brand story to life
• Collaborate closely with the Marketing team on campaigns and product launches
• Maintain code quality while moving fast and iterating based on data
• Push the boundaries of what’s possible in web experiences

What You Bring

• Proven experience with Next.js applications
• Experience with Shopify’s headless commerce architecture
• Portfolio demonstrating animation and motion design implementation
• Ability to translate Figma designs into pixel-perfect, responsive interfaces
• Growth-oriented mindset with focus on conversion optimization and user experience
• Strong storytelling ability through code and design implementation, you understand how technical choices impact brand narrative
• Exceptional attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture
• Ambition to create award-winning digital experiences

Nice to Have

• Experience with WebGL or Three.js for immersive 3D experiences
• Background in e-commerce or digital agencies