I’m a Shopify-focused Developer/Designer/Artist with 10 years of front-end experience, and I love bridging UX and performance to ship fast, beautiful storefronts that convert. I’ve led enterprise and global Shopify Plus projects, mentored other developers, and partnered closely with design and backend teams to build scalable, modular architectures. I’m especially passionate about speed and quality: improving Core Web Vitals, optimizing page load times, and tightening development workflows with modern tooling and strong Git practices. From component libraries and design systems to headless Shopify builds and API integrations, I enjoy turning thoughtful ideas into reliable, high-performing eCommerce experiences.…

Glen Hodges

I’m a Shopify-focused Developer/Designer/Artist with 10 years of front-end experience, and I love bridging UX and performance to ship fast, beautiful storefronts that convert. I’ve led enterprise and global Shopify Plus projects, mentored other developers, and partnered closely with design and backend teams to build scalable, modular architectures. I’m especially passionate about speed and quality: improving Core Web Vitals, optimizing page load times, and tightening development workflows with modern tooling and strong Git practices. From component libraries and design systems to headless Shopify builds and API integrations, I enjoy turning thoughtful ideas into reliable, high-performing eCommerce experiences.…

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I’m a Shopify-focused Developer/Designer/Artist with 10 years of front-end experience, and I love bridging UX and performance to ship fast, beautiful storefronts that convert. I’ve led enterprise and global Shopify Plus projects, mentored other developers, and partnered closely with design and backend teams to build scalable, modular architectures.

I’m especially passionate about speed and quality: improving Core Web Vitals, optimizing page load times, and tightening development workflows with modern tooling and strong Git practices. From component libraries and design systems to headless Shopify builds and API integrations, I enjoy turning thoughtful ideas into reliable, high-performing eCommerce experiences.

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Work Experience

Senior eCommerce Developer at Accenture, Worldwide
January 1, 2022 - Present
Lead Shopify Plus development for enterprise-level ecommerce projects for global brands. Spearheaded UI development initiatives, mentored junior developers, and handled code reviews and training. Delivered front-end optimizations that reduced page load times by 30–50% and improved Core Web Vitals scores. Collaborated with UX and backend teams to build scalable, modular Shopify architectures.
Senior eCommerce Developer at Accenture, Worldwide (Philadelphia, PA)
August 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Built large-scale Shopify and Shopify Plus sites from scratch for high-traffic brands. Modernized the agency development workflow with CI/CD, documentation improvements, and stronger Git practices. Partnered with design and strategy teams to deliver pixel-perfect themes optimized for conversion and speed.
Senior eCommerce Developer at Noticed, Philadelphia, PA
August 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Built large-scale Shopify and Shopify Plus sites from scratch for high-traffic brands. Modernized the agency’s development workflow with CI/CD, documentation, and improved Git practices. Partnered with design and strategy teams to deliver pixel-perfect themes optimized for conversion and speed.
Design / Front-End Lead at modzee (Hamilton, ON)
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Led design and front-end development for a workplace management platform. Managed a multidisciplinary team of designers and developers to maintain brand and code consistency. Built a shared component library and front-end design system to streamline feature delivery and reduce technical debt.
Design / Front-End Lead at modzee, Hamilton, ON
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Led design and front-end development for a workplace management platform. Managed a multidisciplinary team of designers and developers to maintain brand and code consistency. Built a shared component library and front-end design system to streamline feature delivery and reduce technical debt.
Front-End Developer at Parallel / Rank Higher (Hamilton, ON)
August 1, 2018 - August 1, 2019
Developed marketing and commerce web sites for clients ranging from pharmaceutical firms to local retailers. Worked across React, WordPress, and Shopify ecosystems to create custom themes and features. Collaborated with design teams to translate mockups into responsive, high-performing front ends.
Front-End Developer at Parallel / Rank Higher, Hamilton, ON
August 1, 2018 - August 1, 2019
Developed marketing and ecommerce websites for clients ranging from pharmaceutical firms to local retailers. Worked across React, WordPress, and Shopify ecosystems to create custom themes and features. Collaborated with design teams to translate mockups into responsive, high-performing front ends.

Education

Media Arts Degree at Sheridan College
September 1, 2004 - April 1, 2007
Art Fundamentals Diploma at George Brown College
September 1, 2003 - April 1, 2004
Media Arts Degree at Sheridan College
September 1, 2004 - April 1, 2007
Art Fundamentals Diploma at George Brown College
September 1, 2003 - April 1, 2004

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Industry Experience

Retail, Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment