Senior Full Stack Developer (Shopify Expert)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Custom App Deployment – Successfully develop and launch 2-5 Shopify apps or features per quarter.

Checkout Optimization – Improve checkout conversion rates by 5-15% within 3-6 months.

Page Speed & Performance – Maintain a Google PageSpeed score of 90+ for desktop and mobile.

Bug Resolution Time – Ensure critical bugs and performance issues are resolved within 24-48 hours.

API Integration Efficiency – Seamlessly connect Shopify with 3-6 third-party services or automation tools per quarter.

Success Benchmarks (30-60-90 Days)

First 30 Days

✅ Complete onboarding and review Pearl West's Shopify tech stack, workflows, and current store performance.

✅ Audit existing Shopify apps, themes, and API integrations to identify improvement opportunities.

✅ Begin working on a small-scale custom Shopify app or store enhancement to demonstrate technical skill.

First 60 Days

✅ Deploy a fully custom Shopify feature or app integration that enhances store functionality.

✅ Work with marketing and design teams to optimize user experience and conversion flows.

✅ Implement performance improvements to improve page speed and mobile optimization.

First 90 Days

✅ Successfully launch an A/B-tested checkout or performance improvement that boosts conversions by 5-15%.

✅ Implement a major Shopify app, integration, or automation that enhances business operations.

✅ Establish development documentation and best practices for scalable Shopify solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have Skills:

Advanced Shopify Development – Expert in Liquid, JavaScript, and Shopify's API (REST & GraphQL).

Custom Shopify App Development – Proficient in Node.js, Python, or Ruby on Rails for building Shopify apps.

API Integration & Automation – Experience working with third-party APIs, webhooks, and Shopify Flow automation.

Performance Optimization – Expertise in Core Web Vitals, site speed improvements, and SEO best practices.

Front-End Development – Strong proficiency in React, Vue.js, or Alpine.js for interactive Shopify experiences.

Checkout & Cart Customization – Experience with Shopify Scripts, Checkout Extensibility, and custom payment flows.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

Experience with Shopify Plus and headless Shopify architectures.

Knowledge of CI/CD workflows, DevOps, and automated deployment.

Familiarity with serverless computing and cloud-based functions (AWS Lambda, Firebase Functions).

Who Should Apply?

✅ Apply if you:

Have deep Shopify full-stack development expertise, including custom Shopify app development and API integrations.

Can explain exactly what you built in past Shopify projects (not just modified existing solutions).

Have experience optimizing Shopify checkout, cart experiences, and business workflows.

🚫 Do not apply if:

You only have experience with theme modifications or installing third-party apps.

You cannot showcase your Shopify development work with specific details.