Overview
we're hiring a shopify-first web developer with a strong background in ui/ux, technical seo, and ai implementation to elevate our suite of high-volume e-commerce websites. If you have an eye for design, write clean and optimized code, and know how to apply ai tools that improve the user experience and drive conversion—this is your next challenge.
key responsibilities
* daily management of shopify and wordpress/woocommerce websites
* customize shopify themes (liquid/ruby, html, css, javascript)
* translate figma/mockups into responsive, high-performing designs
* optimize all sites for speed (google pagespeed score of 80+ consistently)
* continuously enhance ui/ux across desktop and mobile
* implement ai-powered features (recommendation engines, smart search, personalization, etc.)
* monitor and improve technical seo (structured data, crawlability, metadata, etc.)
* manage hosting, dns, email reputation, and security protocols
* oversee app/plugin updates and recommend best-in-class shopify apps
* collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, design, and leadership
minimum requirements
* 4+ years progressively managing high-volume u.s.-based e-commerce sites
* shopify development experience with liquid & ruby
* strong command of shopify app store and app integration
* advanced knowledge of html, css, javascript, php, mysql
* ui/ux design sensibility—understands spacing, typography, flow, and hierarchy
* strong seo skills: page structure, schema, metatags, gsc, semrush
* familiarity with ai tools and apis for e-commerce: openai, rebuy, octane ai, etc.
* email marketing integration (klaviyo, mailchimp) and dns authentication (spf, dkim, dmarc)
* experience translating design files (figma/xd) into responsive layouts
* professional references and ability to work with u.s. teams preferred
ideal traits
* you're a builder and problem-solver—not just a task taker
* you have a designer's eye and care about aesthetics and usability
* you're curious about ai and passionate about future-proofing e-commerce ux
* you communicate clearly, document thoroughly, and qa meticulously
* you take initiative, work quickly, and never let issues linger
pre-hire requirements
all applicants must:
* complete assessments in php, html, javascript, and a custom shopify coding challenge
* provide verifiable references
* sign an nda and legal agreement
success metrics
* 100% uptime, 80+ pagespeed score, and excellent site responsiveness
* ai implementations that measurably improve ux, engagement, or conversions
* all changes staged and qa'd before going live
* weekly progress reports and continuous improvement mindset
*only resumes in english will be reviewed*
job type: full-time
pay: $40, $75,000.00 per month
application question(s):
* how many years of shopify experience do you have?
work location: remote