DRINKS powers digital commerce for the $250 billion alcohol market. The company enables alcohol ecommerce for leading retailers, brands, marketplaces, and wineries, eliminating a century of red tape with simple-to-use enterprise-grade technology. DRINKS Amplify, DRINKS’ digital retention marketing agency, extends the company’s unparalleled beverage alcohol and ecommerce experience to create best-in-class customer experiences in the wine industry and beyond. Patented DRINKS IQ technology leverages Artificial Intelligence to better understand the science of selling. DRINKS was named a Top Place to Work by Built In LA for the last five years and one of America’s Best Startup Employers by Forbes for two consecutive years.
Working at DRINKS
At DRINKS, you’ll get the good parts of working for a large company (first-rate health plans and benefits, remote work, highly competitive compensation packages) with the advantages of working at a rapidly growing startup (influence and impact in your role, broad responsibilities, and a high degree of flexibility). Our culture encourages a healthy work-life balance, and we empower employees to think like owners because they are – when they participate in our generous stock option plan! DRINKS rewards excellence, promotes career development, and celebrates diverse perspectives that inspire creativity and drive innovation.
The Role
We’re looking for a skilled Manager of Web Design & Development to lead our web team and drive outstanding eCommerce experiences for our clients. This role requires a strong background in both Shopify development and Shopify design and the ability to manage a team of developers, designers, and a Web Project Manager.
You will be responsible for delegating tasks, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring high-quality project execution. You will also play a key role in client discovery, project proposals, strategic direction, quality assurance, team training, and overall team development. You will play a vital role in supporting the ongoing expansion of the Professional Services department and will report directly to the VP of Professional Services at DRINKS. DRINKS is home-based in Los Angeles; however, we are a remote-first company.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and mentor a team of Shopify developers, Shopify designers, and a Web Project Manager.
- Oversee task delegation and resource allocation to ensure efficient project execution.
- Provide training, guidance, and career development opportunities for team members.
- Lead discovery sessions with clients to understand project goals, scope, and requirements.
- Develop project proposals and recommend strategic solutions tailored to client needs.
- Direct project execution, ensuring alignment with best practices in Shopify development and design.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, lifecycle, and tech teams to optimize eCommerce performance.
- Quality Assurance & Optimization
- Oversee testing and quality assurance to ensure Shopify builds meet performance and UX standards.
- Identify and resolve potential issues in development and design before deployment.
- Continuously improve Shopify workflows, processes, and project management efficiencies.
About You
- 5+ years of experience in Shopify development and/or Shopify design.
- Experience managing and mentoring a Shopify-focused web team.
- Proven leader with the ability to communicate clearly, openly, and transparently with team members, superiors, and other stakeholders.
- Delegate tasks appropriately to leverage team members' strengths.
- Strong understanding of Shopify Plus, Liquid, theme customization, and app integrations.
- Experience with UX/UI best practices, conversion optimization, and performance optimization.
- Experience with eCommerce strategy, Shopify app ecosystems, and third-party integrations.
- Familiarity with Headless Commerce, Hydrogen, and Shopify's API capabilities.
- Background in agency environments managing multiple Shopify projects simultaneously.
- Adapt to changing circumstances and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Ability to lead client discovery, develop project proposals, and define project roadmaps.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
- Maintain high ethical standards and integrity in all interactions.
- Proven experience managing multiple tasks and priorities.
- Experience working in a remote environment.
Primary Location: Los Angeles, CA.
Primary Location Compensation Range: $115,000-$140,000/yr.
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
DRINKS celebrates being an equal employment opportunity provider to all people in accordance with all applicable laws. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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