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

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