Role
* Contract: 12-month Fixed-term contract
* Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum
* Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm
* Location: Blackburn
Benefits
* Pension scheme, employer contribution at 4%
* On-site gym
* Cycle to work scheme
* Product discount
* Birthday day off
Your 4 most important responsibilities
* Build and maintain Adobe Commerce storefronts - Develop responsive, high-quality themes, templates, and UI components using Adobe Commerce’s frontend framework.
* Translate designs into functional interfaces - Implement UX/UI designs, wireframes, and prototypes into clean, efficient frontend code.
* Optimise site performance and user experience - Deliver fast page loads, strong Core Web Vitals, accessibility compliance, and a consistent cross-device experience.
* Troubleshoot, enhance, and support the storefront - Resolve frontend issues, improve existing components, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support smooth releases.
What you are responsible for delivering
* A polished, performant Adobe Commerce storefront that works across browsers and devices.
* Clean, scalable frontend code that aligns with Adobe Commerce best practices.
* Reliable delivery of features, enhancements, and fixes within sprint timelines.
* Proper integration and styling of Adobe Commerce extensions and custom modules.
* Reduced frontend defects through proactive testing, performance tuning, and peer collaboration.
* Transparent communication around progress, blockers, and technical decisions.
The skills and behaviours required to do this job well
Technical Skills
* Strong command of HTML5, CSS3, LESS/SASS, JavaScript, and jQuery.
* Thorough understanding of Adobe Commerce (Magento 2) theme structure, layout XML, PHTML, and Knockout.js.
* Hands-on experience with UI Components and Adobe Commerce’s rendering architecture.
* Proficiency with Git, build tools (Webpack/Gulp/Grunt), and browser debugging.
* Ability to improve frontend performance, SEO, and accessibility.
Behaviours
* Writes organised, maintainable code and follow established workflows.
* Communicates clearly with designers, backend developers, and project managers.
* Takes ownership — follows tasks through from definition to completion.
* Prioritises effectively in fast-paced, Agile environments.
* Identifies issues early and proposes practical, technical solutions.
* Curious, inquisitive and actively researches industry trends, updates to Adobe Commerce, release notes.
Performance – how you will know you are doing a great job
* The storefront delivers fast, stable performance with strong Core Web Vitals and Lighthouse scores.
* Designs are accurately implemented and aligned with branding and UX expectations.
* Frontend-related bugs are minimal and decreasing over time.
* Sprint commitments are met consistently with high-quality output.
* Teammates and stakeholders rely on your expertise and trust your work.
* Customer experience and site usability are noticeably improved.
Experience and mindset that will enable you to do well in this role.
* 2–5+ years of experience working with Adobe Commerce (Magento 2) frontend development.
* Strong understanding of eCommerce UX principles and customer behaviour.
* Detail-oriented mindset with a strong focus on performance and quality.
* Eagerness to learn, iterate, and stay current with Adobe Commerce updates.
* Collaborative, solution-focused attitude with openness to feedback.
* Practical problem solver — able to break down issues and deliver clear solutions.
* Experience working with an agency (desirable)
Science in Sport Group is an equal opportunity employer; we value diversity and strive to cultivate an inclusive workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind in regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We fully support reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, to provide an inclusive and welcoming recruitment experience.
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