Shopify Designer and Developer

Founded in 2018 and headquartered in The Netherlands, GTE is on a mission to build the most efficient global direct-to-consumer infrastructure and become the world’s largest e-commerce company—powered by a collective of successful, scalable brands. By 2026, we’re aiming to achieve $500 million in revenue and operate over 50 thriving online stores worldwide.

With a team of 160+ top-tier remote e-commerce professionals across the globe, we blend local brand experiences with cross-border logistics, ensuring every customer feels connected—no matter where they are.

At our core, we value hard work, freedom with responsibility, constant improvement, and a mindset of positivity. We believe in building a high-performance, remote-first culture where honesty, excellence, and creativity drive everything we do—because the future of work is global, and we’re building it together.

The Upsides of Working with Us

💪 Hard Work That Matters

We’re surrounded by people who care deeply and give their best. We don’t settle for average—we show up, push boundaries, and aim high. That shared drive creates momentum and meaning in everything we do.

🔓 Freedom with Responsibility

You have the freedom to choose how, when, and where you work—but freedom only thrives when it’s paired with ownership. We trust you to manage your time, meet your commitments, and take responsibility for your impact.

📚 Constant Improvement

Growth is part of our DNA. We believe in learning, evolving, and getting 1% better every day. Whether it’s a new skill, a fresh mindset, or sharper execution—stagnation isn’t in our vocabulary.

🌞 Positivity by Default

We approach people, problems, and communication with a positive mindset. That means giving the benefit of the doubt, staying constructive, and keeping energy high—even when challenges arise.

🗣️ Honesty & Transparency

We believe the fastest way to move forward is through clear, honest communication. No politics. No guessing games. Just straight talk that builds trust and strengthens our team.

🏆 Excellence Is the Baseline

We hold ourselves and each other to a high standard—not out of pressure, but out of pride. We care too much about what we’re building to accept "good enough." Excellence is the expectation.

🎯 Creativity Welcome Here

We encourage bold ideas, fast testing, and open collaboration. Failure doesn’t scare us—comfort does. That’s why creativity is valued as a core ingredient in everything from product to process.

We’re on the lookout for a Shopify Developer and Designer to join our expanding team and drive our company’s growth!

The Challenge

The company is dedicated to enhancing the performance of Shopify stores across a variety of markets. To support this initiative, we are on the lookout for a seasoned Designer with proven expertise in Shopify development. This role will be instrumental in building responsive, high-performance web applications that enhance user experience and drive conversions.

Day in the Life of a Shopify Developer and Designer at GT Ecom

• Implement user-friendly interfaces specifically for promotional offers on Shopify using HTML, CSS, and Javascript, ensuring a smooth and engaging customer experience.

• Work closely with the marketing team to translate promotional offer designs into functional and visually appealing web elements

• Enhance presentation and performance of promotional features within Shopify, focusing on improving user engagement and conversion rates.

• Perform thorough testing and debugging of promotional implementations on Shopify to guarantee seamless functionality prior to deployment

• Regularly maintain and improve existing Shopify codebases related to promotional offers

Your Team When You Join Us

In this role, you will be reporting to the Bulk Store Manager and work alongside an eight-member global team to develop and implement marketing strategies aimed at increasing bulk product visibility and sales through effective campaigns and engaging content.

We would love to hear from you if…

• You have at least 1 year of experience in Shopify design and front-end development.

• You are proficient in Shopify Liquid, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and theme development, with experience in APIs, app integrations, responsive design, and performance optimization. Skilled in debugging, version control, and delivering scalable, high-quality code.

• You have a strong eye for UI/UX, branding, and visual design, able to craft engaging, conversion-focused storefronts. You are experienced with Figma/Adobe XD and excel at blending aesthetic design with functional usability.

• You have demonstrated expertise in responsive design principles, particularly in building promotional layouts that adapt seamlessly across devices.

• You possess excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities, enabling you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

If you are excited about the opportunity and feel like you are a good fit, we encourage you to apply today and talk to one of our recruiters. We look forward to seeing how your skills and experiences align with our vision. If unsure, we still welcome your application and would be happy to discuss other potential roles that may be a good fit for you.

Overview of Our Interview Process

1. Application Submission - We’ll start by reviewing your application.

2. Unpaid Trial Task - Create a banner for mobile and desktop view

3. HR Interview - One of our recruiters will invite you to the HR interview

4. Paid Trial Task - We will invite you to do the paid trial task

5. Final Interview - Meet with the Hiring Manager

6. Offer Discussion - If all goes well, we'll discuss the offer and invite you to our pre-onboarding process.

7. Pre-Onboarding Process

   1. Background Check: Verification of your identification and declared address.

   2. Reference Check: We’ll contact your three references for their feedback.

8. Onboarding: Once all checks are completed, we’ll initiate the onboarding process.

Let’s Set Expectations First

• This is not a salaried position. This is an Independent Contractor role.

• You must be able to commit at least 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.

• We require everybody in the team to use Hubstaff (https://hubstaff.com/) to track hours worked.

Compensation

• We pay on an hourly basis.

If you are excited about the opportunity and feel like you are a good fit, we encourage you to apply today and talk to one of our recruiters. We look forward to seeing how your skills and experiences align with our vision.