Lead Front-End Developer (Angular & eCommerce)
Summary
3-month contract (extensions or perm conversion possible) for a Lead Front-End Developer, hybrid 3 days/week in Melbourne CBD. You own Angular/TypeScript code for high-volume eCommerce checkout and sign-up funnels, run A/B experiments in VWO/Optimizely/AB Tasty, and manage GTM/GA4 tracking at $800/day inc. super.
Must have experiecne with Angular, TypeScript and eCommerce websites
3-month contract (extensions or permanent conversion available).
Hybrid working arrangement (3 days in Melbourne CBD)
Daily rate: $800 (inc SUPER)
ROLE OVERVIEW
This role sits at the intersection of front-end engineering and commercial conversion strategy. You will take ownership of the technical execution for customer acquisition channels, focusing heavily on optimising checkout and registration flows. The position requires a highly technical practitioner capable of deploying scalable code and managing end-to-end experimentation to drive online revenue. You will work within a fast-paced environment that demands robust technical standards, strict version control, and immediate commercial impact.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
Engineering and maintaining high-performance sign-up funnels and transactional checkouts using Angular.
Designing, coding, and launching complex A/B and multivariate tests using VWO, Optimizely, or AB Tasty.
Implementing and managing web analytics configurations via Google Tag Manager and GA4, ensuring accurate data layer tracking for commercial events.
Writing clean, scalable, and mobile-optimised code across TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
Executing rigorous quality assurance on all digital experiments prior to production release.
Managing version control via Git, conducting peer code reviews, and operating within a structured deployment pipeline.
Driving experimentation strategies within Single Page Applications (SPAs).
MORE ABOUT YOU
A minimum of five years in front-end or full-stack software engineering, with at least three years dedicated to high-volume transactional eCommerce environments.
Demonstrable commercial proficiency using Angular on live production platforms, specifically within customer onboarding or payment flows (Mandatory).
Direct, hands-on capability with enterprise testing tools (VWO preferred) to build, target, and deploy digital experiments (Mandatory).
Advanced understanding of modern web standards, mobile-first design principles, and strict front-end architecture.
A proven ability to onboard rapidly and deliver commercial value with minimal required training.
Previous exposure to telecommunications, utilities, or subscription-based revenue models.
Practical knowledge of Drupal (versions 9 or 10), including custom module development, Twig theming, and decoupled or headless CMS architectures.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!
