Shopify Plus Full-Stack Developer

Job Description

About the Role

We’re looking for a skilled Shopify Plus Full-Stack Developer to join our team on a part-time, hourly basis. You’ll be the technical backbone of our e-commerce operations—building custom Shopify apps, developing and maintaining Shopify Plus storefronts, and owning the supporting infrastructure that powers our digital commerce ecosystem.

This isn’t just a theme development role. You’ll architect custom apps, integrate with third-party systems, deploy supporting microservices to serverless environments, and maintain the health of everything in production. We need someone who understands Shopify deeply and can build the custom tooling and integrations that take a Shopify Plus store beyond out-of-the-box capabilities.

Why Part-Time Works for This Role

• Project-based workflow â€” Work comes in sprints and defined projects rather than constant full-time demand
• Async-first culture â€” We communicate primarily through documentation and async tools, so you can work when it suits you
• Flexibility â€” Set your own hours within reason; we care about output, not presence
• Potential to grow â€” Hours may increase based on project needs and mutual fit

This is ideal for senior developers who want flexibility—whether you’re freelancing, have other commitments, or simply prefer part-time work.

What You’ll Do

Shopify Plus Development

Theme Development & Customization

• Build and customize Shopify themes using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Develop responsive, performant, and conversion-optimized storefronts
• Implement complex Liquid logic for dynamic content, product filtering, and personalization
• Create and maintain theme sections, blocks, and settings schema for merchant flexibility
• Optimize theme performance (load times, Core Web Vitals, mobile experience)

Custom App Development

• Design and build Shopify Custom Apps (both public and private/custom apps)
• Develop apps using Shopify’s modern stack: Shopify CLI, Remix, Polaris, and App Bridge
• Implement OAuth authentication flows and Shopify session management
• Build admin interfaces using Polaris design system for consistent merchant UX
• Create embedded apps that integrate seamlessly into the Shopify Admin

Shopify Plus Features

• Leverage Shopify Plus exclusive features: Shopify Functions, Checkout Extensibility, B2B capabilities
• Build custom Shopify Scripts for dynamic pricing, discounts, and shipping rules
• Implement Checkout UI Extensions for customized checkout experiences
• Configure and customize Shopify Flow automations
• Work with Shopify Markets for international commerce
• Utilize Launchpad for scheduled sales and product releases

API & Integrations

• Deep expertise with Shopify Admin API (REST and GraphQL)
• Build customer-facing experiences with Storefront API
• Implement Shopify Webhooks for real-time event handling
• Integrate with third-party systems: ERPs, PIMs, CRMs, fulfillment providers, marketing platforms
• Build and maintain Shopify Metafields and Metaobjects for extended data models
• Work with Shopify Payments, payment gateways, and subscription billing

Backend Development & Infrastructure

Serverless Architecture

• Build and deploy backend services (Node.js/TypeScript) to serverless environments
• Work with AWS Lambda, Vercel, Netlify Functions, or Cloudflare Workers
• Design event-driven architectures for webhook processing and async operations
• Implement API endpoints that support Shopify apps and custom integrations
• Manage databases that extend Shopify’s data model (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB)

CI/CD & DevOps

• Configure and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI)
• Work with Serverless Framework (serverless.com) or equivalent IaC tools
• Manage deployment workflows for both Shopify themes and custom apps
• Implement automated testing (unit, integration, e2e) in deployment pipelines
• Handle environment management, secrets, and configuration across staging/production

Monitoring & Reliability

• Set up application monitoring using Sentry for error tracking
• Configure Datadog dashboards and alerts for app health and performance
• Monitor Shopify webhook delivery and retry failed events
• Track API rate limits and optimize for Shopify’s API constraints
• Investigate and resolve production issues rapidly
• Implement logging strategies for debugging across distributed systems

Maintenance & Operations

• Proactively identify and resolve technical debt in themes and apps
• Keep dependencies updated and address security vulnerabilities
• Monitor Shopify platform changes and adapt to new APIs/deprecations
• Optimize storefront performance and conversion metrics
• Document systems, integrations, and operational procedures
• Support the team with technical guidance on Shopify capabilities and limitations

What We’re Looking For in a Candidate

Shopify Depth, Not Just Breadth

You’ve done more than install apps and make minor theme tweaks. You understand Shopify’s architecture deeply—why things work the way they do, what the platform’s limitations are, and how to build around them. You can evaluate when to use a third-party app versus building custom.

Full-Stack Ownership

You’re comfortable across the entire stack. You can build a polished Liquid theme, develop a custom app with Polaris UI, deploy the backend to Lambda, and set up monitoring in Datadog. You don’t throw code over the wall—you own it through deployment and production.

Production Mindset

You think about what happens after code ships. You care about error rates, response times, and user experience in production. When something breaks, you want to know why and prevent it from happening again.

Pragmatic Problem Solver

Shopify has constraints. Every platform does. You can work within them creatively, evaluate trade-offs, and make decisions that balance ideal solutions with practical realities. You know when to build custom and when to use existing solutions.

Clear Communicator

You can explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. You document your integrations. You ask clarifying questions before building something that doesn’t meet the need.

Continuous Learner

Shopify evolves constantly—new APIs, deprecations, features. You stay current with platform changes and can adapt your approach as the ecosystem shifts. You’re excited about Checkout Extensibility, Functions, and where the platform is heading.

Reliable & Responsive

Part-time doesn’t mean absent. You respond to messages within a reasonable timeframe, meet your commitments, and communicate proactively when priorities shift or blockers arise.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

Shopify Expertise

Shopify Plus Platform (Required)

• 2+ years of hands-on Shopify development experience
• Deep proficiency with Liquid templating language (not just basics—complex logic, objects, filters)
• Experience with Shopify Plus tier features and capabilities
• Strong understanding of Shopify’s data model (products, variants, collections, customers, orders, metafields)
• Experience building and deploying Shopify Custom Apps
• Proficiency with Shopify CLI and modern app development workflow
• Working knowledge of Shopify Admin API (GraphQL strongly preferred)
• Experience with Storefront API for headless/custom storefronts
• Familiarity with Polaris component library and Shopify design patterns
• Understanding of Shopify’s app review requirements and best practices

Shopify Plus Advanced Features

• Experience with Checkout Extensibility (Checkout UI Extensions, post-purchase extensions)
• Familiarity with Shopify Functions (discounts, shipping, payment customizations)
• Knowledge of Shopify Scripts (legacy) and migration paths to Functions
• Experience with Shopify Flow automation
• Understanding of B2B on Shopify Plus (company accounts, price lists, payment terms)

JavaScript/TypeScript Development

• 3+ years of professional JavaScript development
• Strong TypeScript proficiency
• Experience with Node.js backend development
• Proficiency with modern frontend frameworks (React preferred, given Shopify’s stack)
• Experience with Remix (Shopify’s preferred app framework) is a strong plus
• Understanding of RESTful and GraphQL API design and consumption
• Familiarity with authentication patterns (OAuth 2.0, JWT, session management)

Infrastructure & DevOps

Serverless & Cloud

• Experience deploying to serverless platforms (AWS Lambda, Vercel, Netlify, Cloudflare Workers)
• Understanding of serverless architecture patterns and limitations
• Familiarity with at least one major cloud provider (AWS preferred)
• Experience with managed databases (RDS, PlanetScale, MongoDB Atlas, DynamoDB)

CI/CD & Deployment

• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions preferred)
• Experience with Serverless Framework (serverless.com) or similar IaC tools
• Understanding of deployment strategies (blue-green, canary, rollbacks)
• Experience with automated testing in CI environments

Monitoring & Observability

• Production experience with Sentry for error tracking and alerting
• Experience with Datadog or similar APM/monitoring tools
• Ability to set up dashboards, alerts, and incident response workflows
• Understanding of logging best practices in distributed systems

Preferred Qualifications

These will make you stand out:

E-commerce Depth

• Experience with high-volume Shopify Plus stores (enterprise scale)
• Understanding of e-commerce metrics (conversion rate, AOV, cart abandonment)
• Experience with subscription commerce on Shopify (ReCharge, Skio, Loop)
• Familiarity with Shopify POS and omnichannel commerce
• Experience with international commerce (multi-currency, multi-language, duties/taxes)

CMS & Content

• Experience with headless CMS platforms (Contentful, Sanity, Prismic)
• Understanding of content modeling and structured content architecture
• Experience integrating CMS content into Shopify themes or custom storefronts
• Familiarity with Shopify’s native metaobjects as a lightweight CMS alternative

Additional Technical Skills

• Experience building Hydrogen storefronts (Shopify’s React framework for headless)
• Familiarity with Oxygen hosting platform
• Experience with Shopify’s Customer Account API and new customer accounts
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG) for e-commerce
• Experience with A/B testing tools on Shopify (Intelligems, Google Optimize, etc.)
• Understanding of Shopify SEO best practices and technical SEO

Ecosystem Knowledge

• Experience with major Shopify apps and how they integrate (Klaviyo, Gorgias, Yotpo, etc.)
• Understanding of Shopify’s partner ecosystem and app marketplace
• Experience with Shopify Audiences and marketing integrations
• Familiarity with Shopify Markets Pro and managed markets

Technical Environment

Shopify Stack

• Shopify Plus (primary platform)
• Liquid (theme templating)
• Shopify CLI, Remix, Polaris, App Bridge (app development)
• Shopify Admin API (GraphQL), Storefront API
• Shopify Functions, Checkout Extensions, Flow

Languages & Frameworks

• JavaScript / TypeScript
• React (frontend, Shopify apps)
• Node.js (backend services)
• Remix (Shopify app framework)

Infrastructure & Deployment

• Serverless Framework (serverless.com)
• AWS (Lambda, S3, CloudFront, DynamoDB)
• Vercel / Netlify (supporting deployments)
• GitHub Actions (CI/CD)

Monitoring & Observability

• Sentry (error tracking)
• Datadog (APM, logs, metrics, dashboards)
• CloudWatch (AWS monitoring)

Integrations

• Various headless CMS platforms
• Third-party logistics, ERP, CRM systems
• Marketing and email platforms

How to Apply

Please submit:

1. Resume/CV Your professional experience, with emphasis on Shopify work
2. Shopify Portfolio Examples of your Shopify work:
• Custom apps you’ve built (screenshots, descriptions, or demos)
• Theme work or customizations
• Complex integrations you’ve implemented
• Links to live stores you’ve worked on (if shareable)
3. GitHub / Code Samples: Any relevant code you can share (Shopify apps, Node.js projects, React components)
4. Brief Cover Letter - Tell us about:
• The most complex Shopify custom app or integration you’ve built
• Your experience with Shopify Plus features specifically
• A production issue you diagnosed and resolved
• Your availability (hours/week) and hourly rate expectations
• Why part-time work suits you right now

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Remote Work

Compensation & Logistics

• Hourly rate: competitive, based on experience (share your rate expectations when applying)
• Hours  15-25 hours/week, with flexibility based on project load
• Invoicing  Monthly invoicing with net-15 payment terms
• Contract type  Independent contractor / freelance arrangement
• Timezone  Flexible, but some overlap with CET (Central European Time) preferred for async collaboration