Andy Kwak
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Front-end developer with deep expertise in building scalable, high-performance Shopify storefronts using JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and GraphQL. Highly experienced in Shopify and able to demonstrate knowledge and skills in implementing third-party integrations, A/B testing strategies, and event tracking to drive data-informed e-commerce decisions. Adept at optimizing web performance and mobile responsiveness while adhering to modern front-end best practices. Collaborative and detail-oriented, with experience translating creative designs into interactive, production-ready UIs in cross-functional environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Front End Developer II
O Positiv
Santa Monica, CA
02.2022 - Current
- Developed and deployed scalable front-end features using JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React.js, HTML/CSS, and GraphQL.
- Built custom React components with API calls to fetch data from third-party apps such as Yotpo for reviews, Klaviyo for SMS/email, GA4 for event tracking on Google, and Recharge for subscriptions.
- Implemented A/B testing strategies using VWO to collect metrics such as AOV, LTV, and user actions to guide e-commerce decisions.
- Grew deep knowledge of the Shopify platform, including meta-objects, product/collection setup, navigation menus, and content management system.
- Contributed to web performance optimization, mobile responsiveness, and SEO to boost page ranking and search results.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with design and marketing teams to translate high-fidelity Figma mockups and e-comm initiatives into interactive, production-ready UI.
Web Developer
Scorpion
Santa Clarita, CA
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Developed responsive website layouts using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Provided quick deliverables for website requests, configured DNS settings on GoDaddy, and ran audits on Google Lighthouse to boost web performance.
- Fostered close communication with the client success manager for consistent alignment and understanding of objectives.
Front End Developer Intern
Petco Animal Supplies Inc.
Rancho Bernardo, California
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Developed an internal web application to create a merchant portal using Django, Bootstrap, and JavaScript libraries.
- I participated in the daily standup, delivered updates, and addressed blockers with the team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Computer Interaction
University of California At San Diego
La Jolla, CA03-2019
Skills
- JavaScript / TypeScript (ES6)
- Reactjs
- HTML, CSS, SCSS
- Hydrogen
- GraphQL, Storefront API
- Shopify
- Figma
- A/B testing (VWO)
- Google Tag Manager, Google Analytics
- E-commerce apps (Yotpo, Klaviyo, Recharge)
- Project management tools (GitHub, Asana)
Affiliations
- Basketball
- Golf
- Film/Music
- Dog Lover
Timeline
Front End Developer II
O Positiv
02.2022 - Current
Web Developer
Scorpion
03.2020 - 11.2021
Front End Developer Intern
Petco Animal Supplies Inc.
06.2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Human Computer Interaction
University of California At San Diego
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