Qualifications

We are looking for someone to help us develop our Shopify Plus store. Experience building non-templated, robust and complex Shopify stores and features is a must. We welcome those with creativity to think outside of the box as complicated project challenges arise.

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Proven experience working in Shopify and Shopify Plus with current site examples and portfolio are encouraged.

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Essential Job Functions

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven track record and examples of experience developing in Shopify using Liquid
• Proven track record and examples of experience using front end languages supported by Shopify (ie HTML, CSS/SASS, JavaScript/jQuery)
• Experience building high-quality, responsive layouts with smooth interactions, transitions and animations
• A deep understanding of using Shopify’s various public APIs
• Proficiency using libraries and frameworks such as Bootstrap and React
• Proficiency using build tools (e.g. Gulp, Grunt, Theme Kit)
• Proficiency working with version control systems (i.eGit) within the command line
• Fluency in interpreting and working with third-party APIs
• Awareness of web performance best-practice, developing for accessibility and SEO
• Experience with cross-browser and device testing website
• Proficiency with extracting assets from Creative (e.g. PSD, XD, INDD and AI files)
• Experience working within agile environments including Scrum / Kanban
• Experience building ADA compliant web builds
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passion For Design – capable of understanding and creating and leveraging modern design practices in builds where creative is otherwise not provided
• Familiarity with developing third-party software within the Shopify application ecosystem
• Knowledge of Continuous Integration / Deployment
• Experience Sketch, Invision, or Adobe XD
• Proficient in setting up development and staging environments
• Familiarity with domain management and DNS record
• Familiarity with digital marketing/advertising and the role development plays
• Familiarity in working with cloud data servers such as AWS and GCP
• Proficient in systems administrative tasks, such as cache setup/configuration, server load balancing, CDN technologies, etc. 

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Required Education and Experience

• 3+ years of work experience developing in Shopify/Shopify Plus, demonstrated in a portfolio 

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Responsibilities

• The Shopify Plus Developer will work closely with the internal UX/UI team and external agency partners to bring designs to life, creating exceptional eCommerce experiences: from perfectly-crafted landing pages to high-converting product detail pages
• Serve as an in-house developer, collaborating cross-functionally to bring eCommerce ideas to life
• Understand and manage complex Shopify solutions including the Theme Structure
• Manage and maintain integrations across the Shopify App ecosystem
• Develop new features and implement the prioritized application backlog
• Develop conversion and feature optimization tests to improve the KPIs driving site and business performance
• Work closely with UX/UI designers to translate and implement new designs and interactive front-end experiences, and ensure the feasibility of UI designs
• Translate technical requirements and mockups into fully functioning sites using HTML/CSS/JS
• Help Project/Product Managers to come up with solutions and approaches to achieve new business requirements
• Develop and improve online experiences across brand groups with up-to-date eCommerce best practices for mobile and desktop

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