Shopify Tech Lead (Ecommerce)

TL;DR

Shopify Tech Lead (Ecommerce): Building and optimizing scalable and high-performance e-commerce solutions with an accent on full-stack development within Shopify best practices. Focus on delivering high-quality solutions, enhancing technical aspects, and ensuring secure development.

Location: Remote from Ontario or Québec, Canada. Fluency in English is required for Québec-based candidates due to collaboration with teams in Americas and Europe.

Company

hirify.global is an experience innovation company helping brands unlock new value in the digital world through data, AI, creativity, and technology.

What you will do

• Deliver high-quality, high-performance eCommerce solutions within deadlines and budgets.
• Provide solutions to full-stack problems following Shopify best practices.
• Write elegant and high-performing code on the Shopify platform.
• Participate in story refinement and requirements analysis.
• Create clear and maintainable technical deliverables, such as designs, documentation, and prototypes.
• Enhance technical aspects by identifying issues and problems in architecture, performance, code, or processes.

Requirements

• Strong experience in Shopify full-stack development.
• Proficiency in Liquid, JavaScript, Node.js, and CSS.
• Knowledge of Core Web Vitals.
• Hands-on experience with SASS or LESS, and responsive development best practices.
• Proficiency with build tools like npm, Webpack, and Gulp.
• Experience working with GraphQL and RESTful APIs, and source control management using Git.
• Basic understanding of technical SEO principles and experience working in Scrum environments.
• Leadership Experience.

Nice to have

• Experience with Next.js or Remix.js.
• Experience working on Adobe Commerce/Magento or other e-commerce platforms.
• Familiarity with functional programming concepts.
• Knowledge of testing frameworks such as Mocha, Jasmine, or Jest.
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux, MobX, or similar).
• Understanding of Server-Side Rendering (SSR) methods and Headless CMS solutions.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance plan where the employer may contribute up to 80% depending on the selected module, including short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Dialogue via Sun Life provides virtual healthcare services, Employee and Family Assistance Program, and a complete mental health support program.
• A $500 Personal Spending Account for healthcare reimbursements, gym memberships, public transit passes, office supplies, or RRSP contributions.
• A retirement plan where hirify.global will match 100% of your RRSP contributions through a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), up to a maximum of 4%.
• Access to a flexible vacation policy with 5 days available during probation and a prorated amount for the remainder of the year.
• $30/month Personal Technology Reimbursement offered from day 1.
• Company closure during the winter holidays and flexible scheduling throughout the year.

Hiring process

• Talent Acquisition team reviews your application.
• If your skills and experience align with the role, you will be contacted for next steps.
• Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise; no age, gender, marital status, or headshot required.
• Commitment to inclusion and accessibility with reasonable accommodations during the interview process.