Senior Shopify Backend Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Shopify Backend Specialist with at least 6+ years of hands-on Shopify experience . This is not a theme-only role — we already have a frontend resource. This role focuses on Shopify backend engineering, integrations, and data architecture . The ideal candidate understands e-commerce logic inside-out , can foresee challenges, advise stakeholders, work directly with US clients. Must join immediately or within 7 days.

Must-Have Skills 6+ years professional Shopify (and plus) development

Strong Node.js / PHP or other backend stacks

Liquid (basic — frontend handled by another team member)

Deep experience with REST & GraphQL APIs

Proven experience with Shopify private apps

Strong understanding of e-commerce logic (inventory, pricing, discounts, checkout, multi-market setups)

Excellent spoken English & client-facing ability

Key Responsibilities Backend Shopify Expertise Create & manage custom private / public apps

Work with Shopify Admin APIs, Storefront APIs, GraphQL & REST

Develop automation workflows & backend logic

Data Architecture & Migration Handle large product catalogs , variants, SKUs, metaobjects & metafields

Plan & execute store migrations (data mapping, validation, QA)

Experience with bulk operations API & product feed pipelines

Third-party Integrations Build & maintain API-based integrations with ERPs, CRMs, OMS, PIMs, 3PLs

Experience with tools like Shopify Flow, Zapier, Make / Integromat is a plus

App Evaluation & Tech Decisioning Evaluate Shopify apps based on business needs

Recommend build vs buy decisions

Conduct POC before implementing new tools

Client Communication Confident in English verbal communication

Can lead client calls (US timezone overlap when needed)

Ability to explain tech in business language & flag roadblocks early

General Skills Problem-solver mindset

Ability to think ahead , plan, and raise risks early

Strong documentation and task management skills

Availability Must join immediately or within 7 days

Compensation When you apply , please write us with your current CTC and expectations.