Shopify Developer, Tech Lead (Remote)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Shopify Developer, Tech Lead in North Carolina.

This role offers the opportunity to lead the evolution of a high-performing Shopify ecosystem, driving growth and engagement through innovative eCommerce solutions. You will architect custom themes, develop and optimize apps, and oversee API strategy and integrations, ensuring seamless user experiences. As a technical leader, you will mentor developers, enforce coding best practices, and collaborate closely with UX, design, and marketing teams to set technical direction. Your work will enhance site performance, improve conversion rates, and leverage the latest Shopify features to deliver a world-class shopping experience. This position combines hands-on development, strategic planning, and leadership within a dynamic, hybrid work environment.

Accountabilities:

·         Architect and develop engaging, high-performing Shopify store themes to drive sales and user acquisition.

·         Collaborate with UX and UI teams to create inventive and seamless front-end experiences.

·         Lead API strategy and integrations using Shopify’s REST and GraphQL Admin APIs.

·         Ensure smooth connections with third-party apps, marketing tools, and platform APIs.

·         Set up and manage webhooks for real-time data syncing, error handling, and retries.

·         Test, debug, and optimize website performance for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.

·         Mentor junior developers, review code, and define standards to improve team delivery.

·         Manage technical resources across agency and nearshore teams to ensure high-quality solutions.

·         8+ years of software development experience, preferably in eCommerce.

·         5+ years of Shopify front-end development experience.

·         3+ years in an Architect or Tech Lead role.

·         Strong expertise in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React, ES6+, and Liquid templating.

·         Experience with Shopify Storefront API, custom themes, and third-party app integration.

·         Solid understanding of Shopify admin system, AJAX API, meta fields, and responsive design.

·         Knowledge of performance optimization, caching strategies, and eCommerce security best practices.

·         Excellent communication, documentation, project planning, and organizational skills.

·         Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.

·         Competitive salary ($170,000–$185,000) plus bonus.

·         Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low premiums.

·         Free life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.

·         401(k) plan with generous company match.

·         Unlimited vacation and generous sick time, plus half-day Fridays year-round.

·         12 weeks fully paid parental leave and 4 weeks disability leave.

·         Remote working and home office stipends, plus free company products.

·         Opportunities for mentorship, growth, and skill development in a collaborative environment.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching. When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company. Final decisions, interviews, and assessments are then handled by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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