Shopify Web Developer

Shopify Web Developer

Position Type: Part-Time, Remote Working Hours: U.S. Time-Zone Hours

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Shopify Web Developer to build, maintain, and optimize custom Shopify and Shopify Plus storefronts across multiple e-commerce brands.

This is a hands-on development role focused on Shopify Liquid, front-end development, responsive UI/UX, performance optimization, SEO, and Shopify app integrations. You’ll work closely with the development and strategy teams while using modern AI-assisted tools to improve development efficiency and quality.

What You’ll Own

Shopify Development

• Build, maintain, and continuously improve custom Shopify and Shopify Plus storefronts.

• Work across sectioned and non-sectioned themes using Shopify Liquid.

• Write clean, production-ready code without relying on page builders.

• Own development tasks from implementation through deployment. Front-End Development

• Translate designs into pixel-perfect, responsive, mobile-first experiences.

• Use advanced CSS, CSS animations, media queries, JavaScript, and jQuery.

• Ensure consistent visual quality and functionality across browsers and devices. Shopify Apps & Integrations

• Research and evaluate Shopify apps based on specific business requirements.

• Install, configure, and manage Shopify app integrations.

• Troubleshoot and resolve integration-related issues. Performance & SEO

• Proactively identify and resolve website performance issues.

• Optimize images, code, and front-end assets to improve site speed.

• Build SEO-friendly pages and implement JSON schema and structured data where appropriate. AI-Assisted Development

• Use tools such as Cursor, Claude, and similar AI platforms to accelerate development.

• Apply AI tools thoughtfully to improve productivity and code quality.

• Share useful AI workflows and techniques with the team. Collaboration & Ownership

• Work closely with the Head of Development and brand strategists.

• Identify issues proactively and recommend practical solutions.

• Communicate progress, blockers, and timelines clearly.

• Contribute to knowledge sharing and cross-training within the team.

Required Experience & Skills

• 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining Shopify storefronts.
• Strong experience with Shopify and Shopify Plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Shopify Liquid.
• Strong command of CSS, CSS animations, media queries, JavaScript, and jQuery.
• Experience creating and manipulating JSON schema for Shopify themes and structured data.
• Strong debugging skills using browser developer tools across multiple browsers and devices.
• Experience building responsive, mobile-first storefronts.
• Familiarity with Cursor, Claude, or similar AI-assisted development tools.
• A portfolio demonstrating polished Shopify storefronts, preferably for consumer brands.

What Makes You a Strong Fit

• You proactively identify issues and take ownership of solving them.
• You’re comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
• You communicate clearly about progress, blockers, and timelines.
• You’re receptive to feedback and continuously look for ways to improve.
• You stay current with Shopify, front-end development, and AI-assisted development tools.
• You enjoy sharing knowledge and helping teammates improve their workflows.

What Success Looks Like

• Shopify storefronts are visually polished, responsive, and reliable.
• Development work is delivered efficiently with clean, maintainable code.
• Performance, SEO, and mobile experience are consistently considered.
• Technical issues are identified and resolved proactively.
• Shopify apps and integrations are implemented effectively.
• AI tools are used thoughtfully to improve development efficiency.
• Stakeholders have clear visibility into progress and potential blockers.

Interview Process

• Recruiter Screening
• Client interview
• Final selection

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