Shopify Web Developer - Remote

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The Position
World Pantry provides a turn-key solution for branded webstores that empowers our brand partners to establish and grow a direct relationship with their most loyal customers via direct-to-consumer sales. We believe that exceptional service is a key part of any winning online strategy, and this role will help us provide outstanding service to our end buyers, brand partners and our internal stakeholders.

The Shopify Web Developer will be a member of the Engineering Team. They will help create, customize and maintain the design, functionality, and UI/UX of multiple websites/webstore properties in the World Pantry portfolio. The Shopify Web Developer will also implement and modify A/B tests to help improve the customer engagement and conversion rates of the web properties. This role will also have the opportunity to continue to update the web properties with emerging technologies and trends.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, test, and deploy responsive websites and web applications using front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular, React, and Bootstrap.
  • Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes and user flows into functional web interfaces that are visually appealing and intuitive.
  • Build and maintain back-end systems utilizing frameworks like Django, Spring Framework, Ruby on Rails, or ASP.NET, ensuring efficient data handling with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, SQLite, or Redis.
  • Implement RESTful APIs and integrate third-party web services using protocols like SOAP and GraphQL to enhance application functionality.
  • Manage version control with GitHub or SVN; participate in code reviews to uphold coding standards.
  • Set up CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins or Azure DevOps to automate testing and deployment processes.
  • Utilize containerization tools like Docker and configuration management tools such as Ansible for streamlined DevOps workflows.
  • Apply system architecture principles to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performance applications on cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.
  • Conduct unit testing and debugging to guarantee code quality; perform performance optimization and data visualization for insightful analytics.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of development processes; collaborate using Trello or Jira within Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Qualifications

  • BS/MS degree in computer science or a related field or commensurate experience.
  • 5+ years of Shopify development experience.
  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and Liquid template language.
  • In depth knowledge of Shopify theme and Shopify app usage and customization
  • Good problem solving and project management skills.
  • Able to understand, comprehend complex information and translate this to building a consumer site that meets functional and aesthetic needs.
  • Able to work closely with Marketing and Customer Service and develop project work plans that fulfill business objectives within time frames that are appropriate.
  • Able to work within the World Pantry design structure for website development, applying the existing tools and methods approved by the company.
  • Able to periodically investigate novel solutions that don’t currently exist, in partnership with Marketing and Product Management.
  • Within website construction for e-commerce conventional methodology, able to apply creativity in modifying available options and/or methods to satisfy partner needs, as directed by Marketing.
  • Ability to work independently to resolve issues and meet project deadlines.
  • Experience with Responsive Design.
  • Experience with major JavaScript framework (React, Angular, etc.).
  • Experience working with RESTful webservices and APIs.
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (e.g. Photoshop, Illustrator).

Measures of Success

Within their first twelve months, the Shopify Web Developer will have accomplished the following:

  • Successfully integrated into World Pantry as a valued team member.
  • Firmly established themselves within the organization as a go-to person for web development projects.
  • Significantly participated in the creation of five websites or webstores, meeting deadlines and work quality expectations.
  • Is regarded throughout the organization as a positive, reliable team player who is a go-to expert in development. Someone who is a good collaborator and contributes to their coworkers’ success.

Please submit résumé for consideration.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Please provide your city and state of residence:
  • Please provide the URLs [a minimum of two] to Shopify websites you have developed:

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Shopify: 5 years (Required)
  • Liquid Coding: 3 years (Required)
  • Front-end development/Website Development: 5 years (Required)
  • CSS: 5 years (Required)
  • HTML: 5 years (Required)
  • JavaScript: 5 years (Required)
  • RESTful API: 3 years (Preferred)
  • SEO: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO): 3 years (Preferred)
  • Adobe Photoshop Illustrator: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

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