Technical Project Manager at Barrel — StoreJobs.dev
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Technical Project Manager
@ Barrel / REMOTE · WORLDWIDE
ANNUAL_COMPENSATION
$60K–$90K
USD / YEARLY
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ROLE_OVERVIEW
The Role
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading Shopify ecommerce projects from inception to launch, ensuring seamless execution across design, development, and integration phases. While this is not a hands-on development role, you must have a strong technical understanding of Shopify, third-party integrations, and custom development approaches to guide project execution effectively. You will proactively identify gaps, risks, and opportunities, collaborating with engineers, designers, QA, and stakeholders to keep projects on track. Your ability to manage scope, budget, and timelines while maintaining profitability will be key to your success.
Responsibilities
Define and document clear project plans, timelines, and milestones for Shopify builds and integrations.
Work closely with software engineers and QA to establish an execution strategy, ensuring the right technical solutions are chosen.
Ensure all project requirements—including features, integrations, and theme customizations—are clearly defined and documented.
Maintain a detailed understanding of effort estimation, resource allocation, and technical feasibility for each project.
Proactively manage scope, ensuring that out-of-scope requests are either reined in or processed via formal change orders.
Act as the primary liaison between clients, developers, designers, and other stakeholders.
Provide clear, proactive communication regarding project status, priorities, next steps, and risks.
Ensure detailed and organized documentation in project management tools, tickets, and client communications.
Surface and escalate risks early to prevent delays or budget overruns.
Monitor project progress and course-correct as needed to maintain schedules and budgets.
Ensure a defect-free launch process, coordinating testing, bug tracking, and resolution efforts.
Maintain a balance between process and flexibility, adjusting workflows to fit project complexities and constraints.
Skills
Working knowledge of the Shopify ecosystem, including platform features, apps, and integrations, with the ability to translate this knowledge into actionable strategies for clients
Analytical mindset with the intellectual curiosity to seek context and insight behind numbers, coupled with strong business acumen
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple clients and projects, balancing competing priorities effectively
Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
Self-motivated and detail-oriented
Level-headed and positive under pressure
Experience
3-5 years of experience in an eCommerce environment, ideally as a Project Manager, eCommerce Manager, or similar
Agency experience a plus
Bachelor's degree in Advertising, Marketing or similar field
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TECHNICAL_SPECS.JSON
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CULTURE_&_PERKS
Remote-First
Work from home all year round — we're a globally distributed team and fully remote by default.
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage for every team member.
Half-Day Fridays
Every Friday is a half-day, all year round — not just in summer.
Parental Leave
Paid parental leave so you can be present for the moments that matter most.
Peer Recognition Budget
Bonusly keeps team appreciation front and center — recognize your colleagues with real rewards.
Home Office Stipend
A remote home setup stipend so your workspace is everything you need it to be.
Learning Budget
Annual professional development stipend to keep growing your skills and career.
Retirement Savings
Company 401k matching to help you build long-term financial security.
Generous Holiday
Paid vacation time to rest, recharge, and come back at your best.
Performance Bonuses
Annual profit sharing means when Barrel wins, everyone on the team shares in the reward.
