Adobe Commerce Front End, Tech Lead

About Northern

Headquartered in London, Ontario, Northern is an integrated digital solutions agency that specializes in helping leading Retail and Public Service brands navigate digital change. Leveraging our industry expertise and deep understanding of our clients’ businesses, we collaborate to design, create, and enable tailored digital experiences that drive growth. We have strategically assembled a group of innovators who have a passion for technology, design, and improving digital experiences.

What We’re Looking For

Join Northern as an Adobe Commerce Front-End, Tech Lead, where you will spearhead the development, implementation, and maintenance of cutting-edge web-based applications. This role is pivotal in establishing technical direction, collaborating with project teams, and ensuring the highest standards of development across various initiatives.

*Full-time remote is available nationally. Our Connected Workplace Program gives you the option to choose a remote, hybrid, or in-office workspace (within Canada)!

Benefits of Becoming a Northerner

In exchange for your talent and expertise, Northern is committed to providing:

• Benefits plan, including a Health Spending Account
• Wellness Program & LifeWorks EAP
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Vet Care Program
• RRSP Matching
• Profit-Sharing Performance Bonuses
• Endless Professional Growth Opportunities
• Delicious Meals & Company Social Events
• Free Onsite Parking
• Referral Bonus Program
• Flexible work environment - so you can work where & when you work best
• Allowance to help set up home office

Just to name a few!...

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of scalable front-end architecture for Adobe Commerce (Magento) projects, ensuring optimal performance and seamless user experience.

• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and objectives, ensuring alignment with client expectations and business goals.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across front-end development processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and quality.

• Conduct thorough technical feasibility assessments and contribute insights to project proposals and timelines.

• Act as a key facilitator in Agile development processes, overseeing sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups to foster team collaboration and project delivery excellence.

• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation in digital solutions.

• Support pre-sales activities by providing technical expertise in proposals, presentations, and client meetings, showcasing Northern’s capabilities and solutions.

• Lead the development, implementation, and optimization of web-based applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related technologies.

• Establish and maintain a clear technical vision and strategy for front-end development projects, aligning with organizational goals and client requirements.

• Collaborate effectively with UX/UI designers, back-end developers, and stakeholders to define and execute the front-end technical strategy, ensuring cohesive integration and functionality.

• Provide strong technical leadership, conducting comprehensive code reviews, and ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.

• Author detailed technical specifications, monitor resource allocation, and manage project timelines effectively to deliver projects on schedule and within scope.

• Mentor and coach junior team members through proactive guidance, code reviews, and technical consultations to foster skill development and team growth.

• Participate actively in client meetings to offer technical support, advice, and guidance, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.

Knowledge, Education & Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Adobe Commerce (Magento) eCommerce development.
• Proven experience in leading Adobe Commerce (Magento) eCommerce development projects.
• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related front-end technologies.
• Proficiency in Adobe Commerce (Magento) 2.x/Adobe Commerce Cloud, including theming, PWA implementation, and front-end customization.
• Basic understanding of PHP and MySQL for front-end and back-end integration.
• Familiarity with eCommerce best practices, SEO, and performance optimization.

Bonus Skills!

• Experience with Hyva/Tailwind.
• Understanding of DevOps practices.

Since its founding in 2015, Northern has grown to over 155+  employees working together to help leading brands across North America navigate digital transformation. As one of only 3% of agency partners awarded Google Premier Partner status, and a Facebook Marketing Partner, Northern is a leader in digital marketing and advertising excellence. Our campaigns have been recognized as best-in-class by the Google Premier Partner Awards, Search Engine Land Awards, the Canadian Search Awards, and more.

Northern’s continued growth, strengthened by our strong company culture, has led to multiple recognitions by Great Place to Work® Canada, including Best Workplaces™ in Canada, for Inclusion, in Ontario, for Women, and for Hybrid Work.

Equity and Diversity

Northern welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity, employment equity, and diversity in the workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including but not limited to members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, individuals with diverse abilities, and those of all gender identities and expressions.

We are also committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available at every stage of the hiring process. If you require support or adjustments to participate fully, please let us know when you apply, and we will work with you to meet your needs.