About Company
Shopify is a leading global commerce company, providing a comprehensive platform that empowers entrepreneurs to start, run, and grow their businesses. Millions of merchants in over 175 countries trust Shopify to manage their online stores, process payments, and streamline operations. We are dedicated to making commerce better for everyone, and our mission is to make entrepreneurship more accessible. Our innovative spirit drives us to continuously evolve the tools and services that help our merchants succeed in a dynamic digital landscape. At Shopify, we believe in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment where every voice matters and contributes to our collective success. We’re building the future of commerce, one merchant at a time, by providing the technology and support they need to thrive.
Job Description
Are you a visionary web designer with a passion for creating impactful digital experiences within the e-commerce space? Shopify is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Shopify Web Designer to join our dynamic team, focusing on enhancing our internal tools, partner-facing resources, or specialized merchant solutions. While this is a remote position, we highly value candidates located in the Downtown Berwyn area or wider Chicago metropolitan region, fostering a sense of community and potential future collaboration opportunities. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing intuitive, visually stunning, and highly functional web interfaces that empower our vast ecosystem of merchants and partners. You will translate complex requirements into elegant design solutions, ensuring exceptional user experience and brand consistency across various web properties related to the Shopify platform. This isn’t about designing individual client stores, but rather contributing to the foundational design elements, templates, and internal applications that underpin the entire Shopify experience. You will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other designers to bring innovative concepts to life, driving continuous improvement in the user journey and overall platform aesthetics. Your expertise in front-end development, responsive design, and deep understanding of the Shopify ecosystem will be critical in shaping the future of commerce. We are looking for someone who is not just a designer, but a problem-solver, a trend-setter, and a relentless advocate for the user. Join us in building the next generation of commerce experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop high-fidelity wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for internal applications, partner portals, and merchant-facing tools within the Shopify ecosystem.
- Translate product requirements and user research into intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces.
- Ensure brand consistency and adherence to Shopify's design system across all web properties.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and UX researchers throughout the design and development lifecycle.
- Conduct user testing and gather feedback to iterate on designs and improve user experience.
- Optimize web designs for performance, accessibility, and responsiveness across various devices and browsers.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, design tools, and Shopify platform updates to continuously enhance design solutions.
- Contribute to the evolution of Shopify's internal design guidelines and best practices.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in modern design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD)
- Strong understanding of UI/UX principles, responsive design, and web accessibility standards
- Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
- Demonstrated portfolio showcasing strong web design skills and successful project implementations
- Experience designing for e-commerce platforms, particularly within the Shopify ecosystem
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Web Design, Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field
- Experience with Liquid (Shopify's templating language) and general front-end development best practices
- Familiarity with Git and version control systems
- Experience with user research methodologies and A/B testing
- Knowledge of SEO best practices for web design
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements
- Parental leave and family support programs
- Learning and development opportunities, including access to courses and conferences
- Wellness benefits and employee assistance programs
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Opportunity to work with a globally distributed, diverse, and inclusive team
- Contribution to a platform empowering millions of entrepreneurs worldwide
How to Apply
Ready to shape the future of commerce? We encourage you to click the application link below to submit your resume, cover letter, and a link to your portfolio. Please highlight your experience with the Shopify platform and how your design philosophy aligns with empowering entrepreneurs. We look forward to reviewing your application!