I am a Senior/Lead Front-End Developer with 10+ years of experience delivering high-performance e-commerce platforms across Magento 2 and Shopify. I lead front-end teams and collaborate closely with back-end and design teams to create scalable, accessible, and conversion-focused digital experiences for global brands. I specialise in creating and implementing UI designs from Figma, performance optimisation, and WCAG accessibility. Proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks like React and Next.js, I have steered frontend initiatives on major Magento 2 projects such as Lindt Chocolates, Game7 Athletics, and Champion Sportswear, and worked on Shopify projects including Jewells, A Collected Man, Bio Effect, Mills and Boon, Collins, and Haynes.

Jose Paitamala

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I am a Senior/Lead Front-End Developer with 10+ years of experience delivering high-performance e-commerce platforms across Magento 2 and Shopify. I lead front-end teams and collaborate closely with back-end and design teams to create scalable, accessible, and conversion-focused digital experiences for global brands. I specialise in creating and implementing UI designs from Figma, performance optimisation, and WCAG accessibility. Proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks like React and Next.js, I have steered frontend initiatives on major Magento 2 projects such as Lindt Chocolates, Game7 Athletics, and Champion Sportswear, and worked on Shopify projects including Jewells, A Collected Man, Bio Effect, Mills and Boon, Collins, and Haynes.

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I am a Senior/Lead Front-End Developer with 10+ years of experience delivering high-performance e-commerce platforms across Magento 2 and Shopify. I lead front-end teams and collaborate closely with back-end and design teams to create scalable, accessible, and conversion-focused digital experiences for global brands.
I specialise in creating and implementing UI designs from Figma, performance optimisation, and WCAG accessibility. Proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks like React and Next.js, I have steered frontend initiatives on major Magento 2 projects such as Lindt Chocolates, Game7 Athletics, and Champion Sportswear, and worked on Shopify projects including Jewells, A Collected Man, Bio Effect, Mills and Boon, Collins, and Haynes.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Lead Front-End Developer at Born Group
August 1, 2019 - Present
Lead front-end development for high-performance e-commerce platforms on Adobe Commerce (Magento 2) and Shopify. Built and guided front-end teams, collaborated with design and back-end teams to deliver scalable, accessible, and conversion-focused digital experiences for global brands. Implemented UI from Figma and focused on performance optimisation and WCAG accessibility.
Senior Front-End Developer at Matter of Form
September 1, 2016 - July 31, 2019
Delivered high-quality digital experiences for brands including Tangle Teezer, The Rug Company, Banham, The New Craftsmen, Shiva Som and Belmond Hotels. Developed responsive, pixel-perfect interfaces and optimised performance across devices.
Web Designer and Front-End Developer at Flint Technology
January 1, 2014 - September 1, 2016
Created engaging, seamless online shopping experiences aligned with each brand's identity. Implemented front-end code for brands such as Seraphine, Borough Kitchen, Lazy Susan, Red Valentino, Dorchester Hotel, Start Rite Shoes, Shires Equestrian, Trotters Childrenwear and CIPD.
Webmaster at Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality
November 1, 2012 - January 31, 2014
Led redesign and development of the organization's website, transforming an outdated site into a modern, visually appealing and user-friendly platform. Also designed and built a dedicated social network portal for students.
Graphic Web Designer at Simply Design / Healthhosts
September 1, 2009 - November 1, 2012
Specialised in delivering and hosting websites for holistic therapy practitioners, gathering client requirements and implementing templates using CMS platforms.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts and Graphic Design at Universidad Complutense de Madrid
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009
Colchester School of Art and Design at Colchester School of Art and Design
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Graphic Design Exchange Student at Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico City
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Foundation Degree - Web Technologies at Birkbeck College, University of London
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Master of Science in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at University of Wolverhampton
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2027
Foundation Degree at Birkbeck College, University of London
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
MSC Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence at University of Wolverhampton
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2027
Bachelor of Fine Arts and Graphic Design at Universidad Complutense de Madrid
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009
Graphic Design Exchange Student at Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico City
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Graphic Design Exchange Student at Colchester School of Art and Design
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Travel & Hospitality