What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Magento Frontend Developer position at Propper International?
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Magento Frontend Developer to join our eCommerce team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Magento 2 frontend development, including Hyvä, Luma, or custom theme implementations. You’ll collaborate with backend developers, designers, and project managers to deliver high-performing, user-friendly, and responsive Magento storefronts.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement responsive Magento 2 frontend themes using Hyva, React, or custom frameworks.
- Collaborate with backend developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless data flow between frontend and backend systems.
- Optimize website performance, scalability, and responsiveness across devices and browsers.
- Customize Magento layouts, templates, and UI components based on design mockups and business requirements.
- Work with modern frontend technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, React, Alpine.js, and Tailwind CSS.
- Troubleshoot and resolve frontend-related issues, ensuring high-quality user experiences.
- Ensure compliance with Magento coding standards, accessibility guidelines, and SEO best practices.
- Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and cross-functional team meetings.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in Magento 2 frontend development.
- Strong knowledge of Magento 2 theming, Knockout.js, RequireJS, LESS, and UI Components.
- Hands-on experience with Hyvä Theme and modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Alpine.js, or Vue.js).
- Solid understanding of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6 ), jQuery, and responsive web design principles.
- Experience with REST / GraphQL API integration.
- Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.
- Experience in cross-browser testing, performance optimization, and SEO-friendly frontend development.
- Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Magento PWA Studio or Headless Magento architecture.
- Familiarity with Adobe Commerce Cloud.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Adobe Certified Expert – Magento Front-End Developer certification is a plus.