E-commerce Developer - Santa Monica (On-site)

Job Title: E-commerce Developer Company: Forge a Helios Company Location: Santa Monica - on site Role Overview: We are seeking a talented and versatile Web Developer with specialized expertise in Shopify or other e-commerce platforms to join our creative team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end development of high-performance, visually stunning websites and e-commerce platforms. You will bridge the gap between creative design and technical implementation, ensuring every digital experience we build is seamless, responsive, and optimized for growth. Key Responsibilities: Development & Maintenance: Design, build, and maintain responsive websites and e-commerce experiences using Shopify or other e-commerce platforms, ensuring strict alignment with brand guidelines and project requirements. Design Implementation: Accurately translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into high-fidelity, functional web pages. Customization: Implement and customize themes, templates, and CMS structures to meet unique client needs. Optimization: Maximize site performance, page load speeds, and ensure flawless cross-browser and cross-device compatibility. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with designers, content creators, and marketing teams to integrate visual assets, dynamic content, and interactive features. Technical Support: Troubleshoot complex technical issues, manage bug fixes, and deploy regular updates. Integrations: Manage and configure third-party integrations, including marketing automation, ERPs, and analytics tools. Performance Tracking: Set up and track website performance metrics to provide data-driven insights. Standards Advocacy: Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal web standards, documentation, and development best practices. Qualifications & Skills: Technical Expertise: Front-End Development: Mastery of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, with a deep understanding of responsive design principles. Back-End Fundamentals: Experience with APIs, server-side logic, and basic database interactions to support complex integrations. Platform Specialization: Proven experience in building, customizing, and scaling platforms within Shopify or other e-commerce platforms. E-commerce Proficiency: Strong knowledge of e-commerce functionality, including product catalogs, cart logic, checkout flows, and payment gateway configurations. Professional Competencies: Clean Code Practices: Commitment to writing clean, maintainable code with experience in version control (Git) and debugging. Design Sensibility: Solid grasp of web design principles, including layout, typography, accessibility standards, and user experience (UX). Problem Solving: Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to find creative solutions to technical constraints. Teamwork: Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary creative environment. Education & Experience: A degree or formal training in Computer Science, Web Development, Graphic Design, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent practical experience and a strong portfolio of Shopify or other E-commerce platforms projects will be highly considered. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and a link to their portfolio or GitHub. Please include a brief cover letter highlighting your most successful e-commerce project. Recruitment Process: You will be contacted by our team within 72 hours of your application. Our recruitment process takes a maximum of 21 days from the first interview, and you will be notified in the event of success or failure. Helios WorldWide is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

The developer will design, build, and maintain high-performance e-commerce websites using Shopify while ensuring seamless integration of UI/UX designs. They will also manage technical troubleshooting, third-party integrations, and performance optimization to ensure a high-quality user experience.

Candidates should have mastery of front-end technologies like HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, along with proven experience in building and scaling Shopify platforms. Strong problem-solving skills, familiarity with version control, and a solid grasp of web design principles are essential for this role.

• HTMLPreferred
• CSSPreferred
• JavaScriptPreferred
• GitPreferred

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• Shopify
• HTML5
• CSS3
• JavaScript
• Responsive Design
• API Integration
• Git
• UI/UX Design
• Web Development
• E-commerce
• Debugging
• Performance Optimization
• Cross-browser Compatibility
• CMS Customization
• Technical Troubleshooting
• Business Metrics
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Creative Design
• Technical Issues
• Git (Version Control System)
• Typography
• Advocacy
• Visual Assets
• Analytical Skills
• JavaScript (Programming Language)
• Application Programming Interface (API)
• Analytics
• Brand Management
• Browser Compatibility
• Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
• Version Control
• Communication
• Computer Science
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Web Design
• Github
• Graphic Design
• Marketing
• Problem Solving
• Marketing Automation
• Payment Gateway
• Performance Metric
• Responsive Web Design
• Server-Side
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• User Interface (UI)
• User Experience (UX)
• Web Pages
• Web Standards
• Wireframing

• Technology
• Software
• Creative & Media
• Retail
• E-Commerce Developer
• Web Designer
• Graphic and Multimedia Designers
• Web and Digital Interface Designers

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Nov 18, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week