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My client is looking for a Lead Shopify Developer to join their growing team. This role is ideal for someone who has strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for e-commerce platforms like Shopify. You will play a critical role in shaping our client solutions, driving technical excellence, and leading a team of talented developers - you will also remain hands-on.
Key Responsibilities:Lead Shopify Development Projects:
Oversee the development and implementation of custom Shopify solutions for clients, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code.Team Leadership:
Lead, mentor, and guide a team of Shopify developers. Provide technical direction and ensure best practices are followed to deliver high-quality projects on time.Client Collaboration:
Work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to gather requirements, present technical solutions, and offer expert advice on Shopify-related queries. Be the point of contact for technical discussions.Custom Theme & App Development:
Lead the development of custom Shopify themes, integrating advanced functionality to meet the unique needs of our clients. Create custom Shopify apps as needed to extend store functionality.Code Quality & Best Practices:
Champion best coding practices and ensure that development is performed with high standards in mind, including using Git, code reviews, and maintaining clear documentation.Performance Optimization:
Regularly review and optimize e-commerce websites to ensure high performance, page speed, and a seamless user experience across devices.Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution:
Proactively identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues that may arise during development or post-launch.Stay Current with Trends & Technologies:
Keep up-to-date with the latest Shopify features, tools, and best practices. Constantly evaluate new technologies and assess how they can be applied to improve the team's workflow and deliverables.Collaboration with Designers and QA:
Collaborate with designers to bring creative concepts to life on the Shopify platform and work with QA teams to ensure all deliverables meet quality standards.
Shopify Expertise:
Strong proficiency in Shopifys liquid templating language, API integrations, custom app development, and Shopify Plus. Hands-on experience with the Shopify ecosystem, including apps, plugins, and third-party integrations.Front-End Development:
Advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js). Familiarity with liquid templating for building responsive and visually appealing e-commerce websites.Back-End Development:
Solid experience with Shopify back-end development and creating custom Shopify apps. Proficiency in integrating Shopify with external APIs and databases.E-commerce Best Practices:
In-depth understanding of e-commerce best practices, including user experience (UX), conversion optimization, product catalog management, and payment gateway integration.Leadership Experience:
Proven experience in leading development teams, managing resources, and delivering projects to deadlines. Strong communication skills and the ability to mentor junior developers.Problem Solving & Troubleshooting:
Ability to diagnose complex technical issues and offer timely solutions. Familiar with debugging tools and effective troubleshooting strategies.Version Control & Collaboration Tools:
Proficient in Git for version control, and familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Trello.Agile Methodology:
Experience working in Agile development environments and familiarity with sprint planning, stand-ups, and task management.
Shopify Plus:
Experience with Shopify Plus and its advanced features such as enterprise-level integrations, enhanced APIs, and custom workflows.Other Platforms:
Experience with other e-commerce platforms like WooCommerce, Magento, or BigCommerce.Cloud Services:
Familiarity with cloud-based hosting environments like AWS or Google Cloud for deploying Shopify stores.Mobile Development:
Knowledge of mobile-first design principles and optimizing Shopify stores for mobile devices.UI/UX Design Knowledge:
A good eye for design, understanding of user experience principles, and ability to work with designers to execute high-quality designs.
Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
Offer fully Remote Work Option
Professional Development Opportunities
Collaborative and Creative Work Environment
Exciting, High-Impact Projects with Leading Brands
A Fun and Supportive Team Culture
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