Senior Software Engineer (Ecommerce Platforms)

Jewlr; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A personalized jewelry company in Toronto seeks a Senior Software Engineer to lead technical enhancements for their Shopify Plus storefront. Responsibilities include developing and optimizing storefront features, ensuring system integrations, and mentoring team members. This full-time hybrid role requires over 5 years of web development experience, particularly with Shopify. A focus on performance and a proactive mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of web development experience.
• At least 3 years focused on Shopify and Shopify APIs.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop Shopify Plus themes.
• Optimize the performance of the storefront.
• Implement automated testing practices.

Skills

Web development

Shopify

Node.js

GraphQL

E-commerce best practices

Git

CI/CD workflows

Communication skills

Tools

Asana

Jira

Ruby on Rails

Alpine.js

Job description

Senior Software Engineer (Ecommerce Platforms)

Senior Software Engineer (Ecommerce Platforms)

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We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the technical evolution of our Shopify Plus storefront. In this role, you will support re-platforming, ensure seamless integrations, optimise performance, and drive innovative solutions. You will collaborate closely with product managers, program managers, UX / UI designers, and other engineers to deliver a best-in-class e-commerce experience.

About Jewlr

Personalized Jewelry, designed by you.

At Jewlr, we invite you into a world of possibility, a creative destination to freely discover and design jewelry that is uniquely, and meaningfully yours. Our jewelry is a celebration and a genuine reflection of who you are — your beliefs, your loves, your experiences, and your milestones. Explore endless styles and customize to mark your moments, give thoughtfully, and play with personality.

Jewlr's combination of innovative custom design technology with traditional hand made manufacturing delivers high quality jewelry that transforms your memories into timeless pieces.

Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Jewlr was founded in 2009 with the mission to create a truly unique online experience where you choose, personalize, and customize fine jewelry.

Today, Jewlr is an internationally recognized brand employing more than 150 people and has shipped more than 1.5 million orders. Jewlr continues to grow exponentially year-by-year and has redefined the international standard for personalized jewelry.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Ever wanted to be a part of something bigger? We're working towards a fresh new look and want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Development & Customisation

• Architect, develop, and customise Shopify Plus themes and applications.
• Implement high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code across storefront components.
• Contribute to projects focused on conversion rate optimisation (CRO), user experience enhancements, and integration of new e-commerce features.
• Serve as the technical expert for integrations between Shopify and legacy systems (ERP, WMS, PIM, MRP), supporting the overall migration to a new platform.
• Ensure seamless data flow and system compatibility.
• Support Shopify Markets, product subscriptions, and multi-region rollouts.

Performance Optimisation

Optimise the performance, speed, and scalability of the Shopify storefront.

Conduct regular audits and implement best practices for site performance and SEO.

Testing & QA

Implement automated testing practices to ensure code quality and platform stability.

Collaborate with product managers, program managers, and UX / UI designers to ensure technical feasibility and roadmap alignment.

Provide mentorship and serve as the subject matter expert on Shopify within the organisation.

Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills.

Required Qualifications

5+ years of web development experience, with at least 3 years focused on Shopify, Shopify Markets and utilization of Shopify APIs.

Experience with Node.js and GraphQL.

Experience with project management tools, preferably Asana or Jira.

Strong understanding of e-commerce best practices, with a focus on performance and customer experience.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile, startup-like environment.

Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills with a proactive, detail-oriented mindset and commitment to high-quality code.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with Ruby on Rails.

Experience with version control (Git), CI / CD workflows, and headless implementations.

Familiarity with Alpine.js.

Experience with AI-powered tools.

This is a full-time hybrid position based in Toronto.

Jewlr is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and

providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. Jewlr is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing [e-mail].

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry and Online and Mail Order Retail

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