About Company
Shopify is a leading global commerce company providing essential internet infrastructure for commerce, offering trusted tools to start, scale, market, and manage a retail business of any size. From entrepreneurs to major brands, Shopify empowers millions of merchants worldwide, fueling economic independence and innovation. We are passionate about giving merchants a voice and the tools to succeed, creating an ecosystem where businesses thrive. Join our dynamic and remote-first team as we continue to build the future of commerce, empowering businesses everywhere to succeed.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Shopify Web Developer to join our rapidly expanding team. This is an urgent hiring need, as we look to accelerate the development of innovative features and solutions that enhance our merchant experience and platform capabilities. As a Shopify Web Developer, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and high-performance web applications within the Shopify ecosystem. You will work on cutting-edge projects, contributing to the core platform, merchant-facing tools, or internal systems. This role requires a strong understanding of modern web technologies, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional user experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are passionate about empowering entrepreneurs, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact on global commerce.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and deploy robust, scalable, and secure web applications and features for the Shopify platform.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and other engineers to translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
- Participate actively in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring code quality.
- Optimize web applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues across the platform.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and tools.
- Stay informed about emerging web technologies, industry trends, and Shopify ecosystem updates to drive innovation.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in Ruby on Rails or similar MVC frameworks (e.g., Python/Django, Node.js/Express).
- Strong command of HTML5, CSS3 (SCSS/Sass), and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
- Experience with a modern front-end framework (e.g., React, Vue, Svelte) is a plus.
- Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORMs.
- Experience with Git version control and collaborative development workflows.
- Familiarity with testing frameworks and writing comprehensive unit and integration tests.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Direct experience with Shopify API, Liquid templating language, or developing Shopify apps/themes.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and microservices architecture.
- Experience with performance optimization techniques for web applications.
- Understanding of SEO best practices and accessibility standards.
- Prior experience working in an agile development environment.
- Contributions to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of personal projects.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and stock options, reflecting your impact.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
- Flexible work environment with a remote-first culture.
- Access to a dedicated learning and development budget for professional growth.
- Wellness programs and employee assistance initiatives.
- Contribution to a global mission that empowers millions of entrepreneurs.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and a talented, diverse team.
How to Apply
Ready to build the future of commerce? We’re hiring urgently! Please click the ‘Apply Now’ link below to submit your resume and cover letter. Tell us why you’re passionate about empowering entrepreneurs and how your skills align with this role.