We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Shopify Developer who can lead the development of scalable, high-performing Shopify stores and custom solutions. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in Shopify's ecosystem, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capability to translate complex business requirements into seamless e-commerce experiences.
This role requires a proactive individual who can take ownership of projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and deliver high-quality solutions aligned with client expectations and business goals.
Key Responsibilities
Shopify Development & Customization
- Develop, customize, and maintain Shopify themes using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Build custom Shopify stores from scratch with pixel-perfect UI/UX implementation
- Optimize and enhance existing Shopify stores for performance, scalability, and conversions
- Implement advanced features using Shopify APIs (REST & GraphQL)
Performance & Optimization
- Ensure high performance of storefronts (Core Web Vitals, page speed, SEO best practices)
- Implement best practices for lazy loading, asset optimization, and caching
- Troubleshoot and resolve bugs, performance bottlenecks, and compatibility issues
Architecture & Technical Leadership
- Design scalable and maintainable Shopify architectures
- Conduct code reviews and enforce development standards
- Mentor junior developers and guide them on best practices
- Collaborate with UI/UX designers, QA engineers, and project managers
Client Interaction & Ownership
- Understand client requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Participate in client meetings when required (good communication is a plus)
- Provide technical consultation and suggest improvements
Required Skills & Qualifications
Core Skills
- Strong expertise in Shopify (Themes)
- Proficiency in:
- Liquid
- HTML5 / CSS3 / JavaScript (ES6+)
Frontend & UX
- Strong understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility
- Experience with modern frontend frameworks (React preferred)
- Ability to convert Figma / Adobe XD designs into functional UI
Tools & Practices
- Version control using Git
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Nice to Have
- Experience with Shopify Plus
- Knowledge of headless commerce (Hydrogen, Storefront API)
- Experience with Shopify APIs (REST & GraphQL)
- Hands-on experience with custom app development (Node.js preferred)
- Exposure to AWS or cloud deployments
- Understanding of SEO & analytics (GA4, GTM)
- Prior experience in high-traffic or enterprise e-commerce stores
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Ownership mindset with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
