Head of Web Dev at Activate Talent. Location:. Global / Remote. Time Zone Expectations:. PST (Pacific Time). Employment Type:. Full-Time (Exempt). Reporting To:. Head of Website. Overview. We are driving a new era of premium consumer products through innovation, performance, and unforgettable experiences at home. Built from humble beginnings into a highly profitable, omnichannel, pre-IPO brand, we are redefining what customers expect from our category—combining superior product performance with lifestyle storytelling.. We’ve built a powerhouse team, and we’re looking for a . Web Development Manager. to lead and elevate our digital ecosystem. This is a hands-on, technical leadership role for someone who can act as the . go-to technical authority. , drive best practices, and ensure our web platforms are scalable, secure, and best-in-class.. If you are passionate about building a consumer brand that goes beyond the transaction, this is your sign to apply.. Role Summary. As the Web Development Manager, you will serve as the . lead developer and architect. across our entire web development function. You will lead a team of developers while remaining highly hands-on—writing code, reviewing solutions, setting architectural direction, and ensuring exceptional execution across all digital initiatives.. This role requires deep expertise in . Shopify development. , modern web frameworks, systems architecture, integrations, and performance/security optimization. You will partner cross-functionally across eCommerce, Marketing, Creative, Operations, and IT to translate business goals into scalable technical solutions.. Key Responsibilities. Serve as the . lead developer. , architecting, coding, and reviewing solutions for web platforms (Shopify, custom applications, integrations, internal tools). . Act as the . primary technical resource. for the development team, providing mentorship, troubleshooting support, and engineering best practices. . Own the overall . architecture of the web ecosystem. , ensuring scalability, maintainability, and alignment with business goals. . Manage, coach, and inspire a team of developers—setting clear expectations and ensuring excellence in development workflows. . Establish and enforce best practices for: . Version control (Git) . CI/CD pipelines . Testing and deployment . Environment management . Monitoring, uptime, and reliability . . Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to scope and deliver high-impact web solutions. . Lead sprint planning, technical estimation/scoping, and code review processes. . Oversee and maintain . site performance, security, and reliability. across all environments. . Ensure technical documentation is created and maintained (architecture, systems, integrations, workflows). . Stay current with modern web technologies and proactively recommend improvements and innovations. . Requirements. . 7+ years. of web development experience with mastery of: . Modern web frameworks and CMS platforms (Shopify, WordPress, or similar) . JavaScript libraries/frameworks (React, Vue, etc.) . Backend technologies and systems design . . . 2–3+ years. in a lead or managerial capacity overseeing developers. . Deep Shopify expertise including: . Liquid . Hydrogen . Storefront API . Checkout extensibility . Metafields & Metaobjects . Custom app development . . Proven ability to remain hands-on while leading architecture decisions and technical roadmaps. . Expert knowledge of: . Responsive design . Cross-browser compatibility . Accessibility standards . Performance optimization . . Strong experience with APIs, integrations, and database design/management. . Strong ownership of modern dev ops practices including: . CI/CD pipelines . Deployment strategies . Monitoring and environment reliability . . Experience ensuring compliance with: . PCI . GDPR/CCPA . Security best practices across systems . . Exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. . Leadership presence: able to command technical respect while mentoring and elevating others. . Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience. . Passion for food and cooking is a plus (culinary experience also a bonus). . Company Location: Argentina.
Head of Web Dev at Activate Talent