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Shopify Developer

Winston-Salem, NC (Remote)

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Posted 4 months ago

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Job Description

Shopify Developer

As a Shopify Developer, you will be responsible for building and implementing high-quality, scalable full-stack web solutions for premier e-commerce brands. This role bridges the gap between creative vision and technical execution, working alongside Project Managers and UI/UX designers to move projects from kick-off to successful deployment.

Core Responsibilities
  • Development: Write clean, performant code (Liquid, HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for custom Shopify themes and complex functional requirements.
  • Accessibility: Ensure all web experiences are inclusive and accessible, developing in alignment with WCAG 2.2 Level AA compliance standards.
  • Collaboration: Partner with the UI/UX team to translate designs into functional end-user experiences.
  • Strategy: Analyze client requirements and work with Project Managers to estimate task complexity, identify dependencies, and provide accurate development timelines.
  • Quality Assurance: Review, test, and provide peer feedback on code to maintain high standards. Work with the QA team to develop robust test plans for client approval.
  • Maintenance & Innovation: Proactively identify issues within existing codebases and suggest optimizations. Stay current with industry trends and Shopify’s evolving feature set.
Qualifications
  • Experience: 3+ years of dedicated experience developing on the Shopify Plus platform.
  • Shopify Expertise: Proficiency with the Shopify CLI, theme development, and deep knowledge of Liquid.
  • Frontend Mastery: Advanced knowledge of HTML5, CSS/SCSS, and modern JavaScript (ES6+, Promises, Classes).
  • Technical Stack: Experience with jQuery, AJAX, and API integrations (REST and/or GraphQL).
  • Proficiency with version control systems (Git, GitHub, Bitbucket).
  • Familiarity with build tools and cloud platforms (Gulp, etc.).
  • Process: Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments using tools like Asana or Jira.
  • Soft Skills: Strong self-management abilities and excellent written/verbal communication skills for both internal teams and client-facing interactions.
  • AI Proficient: We value AI as an assistive tool to speed up delivery and code iteration. We do not outsource our thinking, just the grunt work. No vibe coding!
  • Availability: must be able to work during Eastern time zone business hours. Candidates residing in NY, CA, or outside the US are not eligible for this position.
Nice to Haves
  • E-commerce Ecosystem: Experience with subscription apps and and third-party integrations such as Skio, Recharge, Rebuy, Smarter
  • Modern Frameworks: Hands-on experience with React.js.
  • WordPress: Experience building custom themes and plugins from scratch or starter themes.
  • No-Code/Low-Code: Proficiency with Webflow, Squarespace, and Wix for rapid site deployment.
  • Agency Background: Previous experience working within a digital agency environment.
What You’ll Do Day-to-Day
  • Execute: Take ownership of assigned tasks, delivering high-quality code that meets specific project milestones.
  • Communicate: Keep Project Managers updated on ticket status and progress within PM software.
  • Solve: Use superb troubleshooting skills to debug complex issues across various browsers and devices.
  • Deploy: Prepare project releases, coordinate deployment windows with project management, and provide hotfixes when necessary.

Must be available to work during Eastern time zone business hours

Candidates who live outside the US or in the following states (NY, CA) are not eligible to apply for this position

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Wildfire

Wildfire exists to shatter every negative stereotype people have either heard about or experienced firsthand when working with a marketing agency. Fueled by commerce-based creativity, passion and collaboration, we are here to do one single thing... grow our clients’ business while lowering their blood pressure. We accomplish this by doing things the Wildfire Way—when it comes to working with others and creating the work itself.This all starts with accountability, and the way we see and treat one another. Wildfire is not just the company you work for; it is our work family. And the companies who so generously trust us with their brands and marketing dollars are not just our clients; they are our business partners. Preferably, long-term partners built on trust and respect. Partners just like you and me, looking for the most strategic, creative and effective solutions while facing the same concerns and challenges we all face.On any given day, we have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, big and small. No matter its size, we treat every project and the people working alongside us with respect. We take pride in our work, always speaking positively of it to others. And we remain inclusive throughout the process, always sharing what we do, how we think and who we are while inviting our partners to do the same.And, of course, it’s always about the work. Everything we do—strategy, social, design, art direction, digital, writing, from creation to presentation—must stand up to companies 10 times our size. For that to happen, we have surrounded ourselves with smart, talented people who continue to teach and learn from one another.So, we show up every day, eager to give it all we’ve got. We leave any insecurities and egos we may have at the door. We think globally, not just locally.

Founded in 2002
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
221 employees (44 in marketing)
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