Front end web developer (Shopify)

We are seeking a skilled Shopify Front End Web Developer to join our team. This role requires a highly motivated and experienced individual who is passionate about web development and has a proven track record of delivering custom Shopify store developments beyond basic theme setups.

Our Shopify themes are used by tens of thousands of Shopify stores in all corners of the globe. Within this role, you will be at the forefront of theme development, implementing new features and functionalities to coincide with new product and feature releases from Shopify.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, test, update, and maintain our existing and future Shopify themes with a focus on seamless user experiences, accessibility, and page speed.
  • Write clean, efficient, and accessible HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Utilize Shopify’s APIs (including the Section Rendering API and Cart API) for theme functionalities.
  • Assist in creating solutions within our theme modification services that extend theme functionality for merchants.
  • Ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
  • Debug and troubleshoot issues using DevTools to deliver occasional tier 2 solutions to theme support issues.
  • Continuously learn and implement new technologies and best practices in web development.

Must-Have Skills:

  • Excellent written and spoken English.
  • Familiarity with DevTools and debugging.
  • Demonstrable experience in Shopify store/theme development.
  • High level of proficiency in Shopify Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Experience working with the Fetch API.
  • Experience working with Events.
  • Experience with Shopify’s Section Rendering API and Cart API.
  • Solid understanding of working with JSON and the Revealing Module Pattern.
  • Competence in using DevTools for debugging.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new third-party (3P) library APIs.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

  • Experience with Web Components, as well as custom web component development.
  • Familiarity with popular JavaScript libraries and frameworks such as Flickity, AOS, and PhotoSwipe.
  • Experience with Shopify’s Dawn theme scripts and legacy theme scripts.
  • Understanding of Shopify’s theme development best practices and current standards.

Qualifications:

  • At least 2-3 years of experience in front-end development, specifically with Shopify platforms.
  • A portfolio showcasing successful Shopify projects with custom development.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

This is a remote role designed for a highly autonomous individual with a proactive, self-starting mindset. We're looking for someone who possesses a strong 'get-up-and-go' attitude, capable of diving into tasks with minimal guidance. The ideal candidate will take initiative, eagerly tackle challenges head-on, and drive projects forward with a sense of urgency and ownership.

If you are passionate about Shopify development and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your resume, cover letter, and portfolio demonstrating your experience with Shopify stores and front-end development.

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