Key Responsibilities :
- Lead end-to-end Shopify, Shopify Plus and Shopify for Enterprise development projects from requirement gathering to go-live.
- Architect scalable and high-performing Shopify solutions with a focus on performance, SEO, and conversion.
- Oversee and mentor the development team perform code reviews, enforce coding standards, and ensure best practices.
- Collaborate with the Sales team, Designers, BAs, and PMs to translate business needs into technical solutions, define architecture, provide an estimation and be able to give demos.
- Develop custom Shopify apps, backend services (using NodeJS or Python), API integrations, and third-party service connections.
- Manage Shopify migrations from other platforms like WooCommerce, Magento, or custom builds.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing Shopify stores.
- Drive automation, reusability, and adoption of AI-driven tools for faster and better-quality output.
- Ensure compliance with security, performance, and accessibility standards.
- Stay updated with new Shopify releases, Liquid updates, and eCommerce trends.
Technical Skills Required :
- Strong expertise in Shopify, Shopify Plus, and Liquid templating language.
- Experience in custom theme and app development (public and private).
- Proficiency in any one backend technology NodeJS or Python (NodeJS preferred).
- Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, JSON, AJAX, and REST/GraphQL APIs.
- Experience with Shopify API integrations (ERP, CRM, Payment, Shipping).
- Familiarity with Headless Commerce and frontend frameworks (ReactJS, Next.js) is a plus.
- Knowledge of Shopify CLI, GIT, Azure DevOps, and deployment pipelines.
- Experience in optimizing Shopify SEO, site speed, and conversion tracking.
- Understanding of Shopify Storefront API and Hydrogen framework (preferred).
- Good understanding of Shopify Apps ecosystem and marketplace submission guidelines.
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