Shopify Developer - Headless Commerce

Key Responsibilities

• Store Customization: Developing custom Shopify themes using Liquid, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/ES6, React/Angular and strong experience with Shopify and Shopify Plus.
• Exposure of headless commerce or modern frameworks like React.
• App Development & Integration: Creating custom Shopify apps and integrating third-party tools (e.g., Algolia, Klaviyo, loyalty apps).
• Performance Optimization: Improving store speed, core web vitals, and mobile experience.
• API Utilization: Working with Shopify Admin API and Storefront API (REST/GraphQL).
• Deployment & Maintenance: Managing version control with Git, conducting unit testing, and managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaboration: Working with UI/UX design teams and project managers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Required Technical Skills

• 5+ years of experience in Shopify and Shopify Plus.
• Expertise in Liquid: Deep understanding of Shopify's templating language.
• Front-End & Back-end Proficiency: Strong skills in JavaScript (ES6+), Nodejs, React, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Exposure of headless commerce or modern frameworks like React.
• API Knowledge: Experience with Shopify Storefront API and GraphQL.
• Version Control: Proficiency with Git.
• Troubleshooting: Ability to debug theme errors and third-party app conflicts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Shopify Plus (highly desirable).
• Experience with Node.js, PHP, or Laravel for backend tasks.
• Prior experience in a consulting or client-facing environment.