Remote Role :: Shopify Lead

Job summary

Lead the architecture, development, deployment, and performance optimization of Shopify storefronts, custom themes, apps, and integrations. Mentor developers and coordinate with product, design, and marketing teams while overseeing delivery processes, conversion optimization, and technical troubleshooting.

Job details

Shopify Lead Location: Remote Employment Type: Long term Contract About the Role We are seeking an experienced, hands-on, and results-driven Shopify Lead to spearhead our e-commerce initiatives. In this role, you will own the technical roadmap, architecture, and performance of our Shopify Plus (or Shopify) storefronts. You will lead a talented team of developers and designers, bridging the gap between business objectives and technical execution to deliver exceptional, high-converting shopping experiences. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Architecture Lead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of custom Shopify themes, apps, and integrations using Shopify CLI, Liquid, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3/Sass. Architect robust solutions utilizing Shopify APIs (Storefront API, Admin API, GraphQL, REST) and Webhooks to integrate third-party ERPs, CRMs, WMS, and payment gateways. Ensure optimal site performance, Core Web Vitals, mobile responsiveness, and high availability across all storefronts. Team Mentorship & Project Management Mentor, guide, and upskill junior and mid-level Shopify developers through code reviews, technical workshops, and best-practice sharing. Collaborate closely with Product Managers, UI/UX designers, and Marketing teams to translate business requirements into technical sprints and deliverables. Oversee QA processes, version control (Git), and CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless, bug-free releases. Optimization & Innovation Drive conversion rate optimization (CRO) initiatives by implementing A/B testing frameworks, personalization tools, and speed optimizations. Stay ahead of Shopify ecosystem updates, new feature releases (e.g., Checkout Extensibility, Metaobjects, Hydrogen/Oxygen), and emerging e-commerce trends. Troubleshoot complex technical roadblocks, security vulnerabilities, and checkout bottlenecks proactively. Required Qualifications & Skills Experience: 5+ years of software development experience with at least 3+ years specializing exclusively in Shopify/Shopify Plus development and architecture. Technical Stack: Expert-level proficiency in Liquid, HTML5, CSS3/Sass, JavaScript (ES6+), and React.js/Node.js. Deep experience with Shopify APIs (GraphQL & REST), Storefront API, and building custom private/public apps. Familiarity with modern headless Shopify setups (Hydrogen & Oxygen) is a strong plus. Tooling: Proficient with Shopify CLI, GitHub/Git, theme architectures (OS 2.0), and build tools (Webpack, Vite). Problem-Solving: Strong debugging skills with a keen eye for site speed optimization, security, and scalability. Communication: Excellent leadership and cross-functional communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

What you’ll do

Lead the architecture, development, deployment, and performance optimization of Shopify storefronts, custom themes, apps, and integrations. Mentor developers and coordinate with product, design, and marketing teams while overseeing delivery processes, conversion optimization, and technical troubleshooting.

Requirements

Requires 5+ years of software development experience, including at least 3 years specializing in Shopify or Shopify Plus development and architecture. Candidates should have expert-level proficiency in Liquid, HTML, CSS/Sass, JavaScript, React.js, and Node.js, strong Shopify API experience, and demonstrated leadership and communication skills.

Listed skills

• Shopify · Preferred
• JavaScript · Preferred
• Node.js · Preferred
• GraphQL · Preferred
• REST APIs · Preferred
• HTML · Preferred
• Git · Preferred
• CI/CD · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Shopify
• Shopify Plus
• Liquid
• JavaScript
• React.js
• Node.js
• Shopify APIs
• GraphQL
• REST
• Shopify CLI
• HTML5
• CSS3/Sass
• Git
• CI/CD
• Team Leadership
• Conversion Rate Optimization

Job areas

• Technology
• Software
• Management & Leadership
• Retail
• Marketing