Head of Technology – eCommerce (Shopify) | £85,000 – £100,000 + Bonus + Equity | Fully Remote (UK Only) | Automotive Retail Reinvented

Lead the Tech Driving the Next Era of Automotive eCommerce

We’re on the hunt for a Head of Technology with serious eCommerce credentials — and a proven track record of running high-performing Shopify teams (including third-party development partners) — to lead the charge in transforming how automotive brands sell and engage online.

This is your chance to own the entire tech vision for a high-growth automotive retailer making waves in the digital space. From optimising Shopify storefronts and integrating advanced eCommerce tools, to weaving AI and automation into the customer journey, you’ll turn technology into a revenue-driving powerhouse.

What Makes This Role Different

• Salary: £85,000 – £100,000 DOE

• Bonus: 10%+ performance-linked

• Equity: Real share options – have skin in the game

• Location: Fully remote (UK based)

Your Mission

• Own the eCommerce Platform: Lead the development, optimisation, and scaling of Shopify-based solutions — managing both internal teams and specialist third-party agencies.

• Set the Tech Roadmap: Align platform capabilities with sales growth, customer retention, and brand expansion.

• Champion AI & Automation: Embed AI tools and automation into marketing, fulfilment, and customer service to create a frictionless buying journey.

• Lead High-Impact Teams: Build, coach, and manage world-class talent across engineering, DevOps, data, and support.

• Integrate for Growth: Oversee seamless integrations between Shopify, logistics, CRM, and marketing platforms.

• Data-Driven Decisions: Optimise product content, analytics, and reporting to supercharge commercial performance.

• Platform Reliability: Own uptime, speed, and performance, ensuring a best-in-class customer experience.

What You’ll Bring

• Senior-level leadership in eCommerce technology, ideally within a scaling retail or automotive environment.

• Shopify mastery – from core functionality to deep customisation and complex integrations.

• Proven success in managing and getting results from third-party Shopify development agencies.

• Strong technical expertise across cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), APIs, infrastructure, and data architecture.

• Experience implementing AI and automation that deliver measurable ROI.

• Commercially savvy, collaborative, and calm under pressure.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Ownership: Equity, decision-making power, and real influence on strategy.

• Cutting-Edge Stack: Shopify Plus, AI-driven tools, automation, and scalable architecture.

• Impact: Shape how iconic automotive brands connect with customers in the digital era.

• Growth Culture: Ambition, trust, and excellence baked into every project.