SDE 2 - Shopify Developer

About Us

The Sleep Company is a leader in providing seamless and innovative e-commerce experiences. We are looking for a skilled SDE2 - Shopify professional who can develop, customize, and maintain Shopify stores to ensure high performance, seamless user experience, and business growth.

Position Overview

As an SDE2 - Shopify Developer, you will be responsible for developing Shopify themes, customizing existing templates, integrating third-party apps, and optimizing store functionality. You should have a deep understanding of Shopify’s platform, APIs, and Liquid templating language. The ideal candidate should be proactive in improving UX/UI design, debugging performance issues, and ensuring smooth operation across all e-commerce functionalities.

Key Responsibilities

Shopify Development & Customization

Develop, customize, and maintain Shopify themes and templates to align with business requirements.

Convert mockups and specifications into fully functional Shopify stores.

Implement custom Shopify apps or integrate third-party applications to enhance store performance.

Modify and optimize existing websites for improved UX/UI design, speed, and performance.

Work with Liquid templating and Shopify’s theming system to create engaging online experiences.

Technical Development & Integration

Ensure smooth integration with Shopify Apps, marketing tools, and APIs.

Work with Shopify Plus, Storefront API, AJAX API, and custom scripts to enhance website capabilities.

Debug, optimize, and test Shopify stores for enhanced performance and security.

Develop custom solutions for checkout, cart, and other store functionalities.

Ensure cross-browser compatibility and responsive design across all devices.

Collaboration & Maintenance

Work closely with UI/UX design teams to create seamless user journeys.

Support the marketing and operations team in implementing growth-driven store improvements.

Provide technical support to resolve issues and prevent operational failures.

Stay updated with Shopify’s latest features, updates, and best practices.

Qualifications & Skills

Technical Skills:

4-7 years of professional experience in Shopify development.

Strong understanding of Shopify objects, Meta fields, and AJAX API.

Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6), jQuery, HTML5, CSS3, and DOM manipulation.

Experience with Liquid templating and Shopify’s theming system.

Familiarity with Shopify Plus and Storefront API.

Debugging skills and experience using browser console and developer tools.

Strong understanding of Shopify checkout, cart, and payment gateway customization.

Preferred Skills (Bonus Points):

Experience working with headless Shopify architecture.

Understanding of SEO optimization for eCommerce.

Experience with React.js, Vue.js, or other modern JavaScript frameworks.

Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines for Shopify deployments.

Additional Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Ability to work with third-party APIs, services, and Shopify plugins.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of Shopify projects.