Lead Developer / Architect - Shopify (m/f/d)

Shopify Technical Architect / Lead Developer Location: Fully Remote (UK)

Salary £85,000 - £95,000 Overview We’re looking for an experienced Shopify Technical Architect or Lead Developer to join our growing Shopify practice. In this role, you’ll lead the design and delivery of scalable Shopify Plus eCommerce solutions , helping clients translate business requirements into robust technical architectures.

You will act as the technical authority on Shopify , guiding development teams, shaping integration strategies, and ensuring best practices across the full solution lifecycle.

This is a fully remote role , must be based in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical architecture and solution design for Shopify Plus implementations
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions and integration strategies
• Act as the Shopify subject matter expert, covering APIs, Liquid, theme architecture, Flow, and Functions
• Design integrations with ERP, PIM, CRM, OMS/WMS, payment gateways, and marketing platforms
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams
• Ensure solutions follow best practices for performance, scalability, and security
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders, leading technical workshops and discovery sessions
• Support pre-sales activities, including solutioning, estimation, and technical proposals

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Technical Architect, Lead Developer, or Senior Engineer working with Shopify Plus
• Strong knowledge of:
• Shopify architecture and APIs
• Liquid templating and theme development
• Integration patterns with third-party platforms
• Solid web development background in HTML, CSS/SASS, JavaScript (ES6+), REST APIs, JSON
• Experience working with modern JS frameworks (React or Vue)
• Experience delivering large-scale eCommerce implementations
• Understanding of Agile delivery and CI/CD practices
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice to Have

• Experience with Headless Shopify (Hydrogen, Next.js, Nuxt.js)
• Experience building custom Shopify apps
• Knowledge of Shopify Flow, Scripts, and Functions
• Experience working in a digital agency or consultancy environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working
• Private healthcare
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Professional development and certification support
• Regular team events and a collaborative working environment.

Halian Group:

With over 28 years of experience, we have come to understand that innovation is the only way to provide agile, practical solutions that transform businesses and careers.

Our resourcing and smart services help you to realize tomorrow’s potential. Discover the amazing things possible when you bring the right people and the right technologies together.

At Halian, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to building high-performing teams for our clients. We are committed to connecting organizations with top talent from all backgrounds, ensuring that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique. By fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, we help our clients drive innovation, enhance collaboration, and better reflect the communities they serve.

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Lead Developer / Architect - Shopify in London, United Kingdom