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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