Mid-level Full Stack Developer – Shopify

Jobtailor; Exeter; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Exeter, UK seeks an experienced full stack developer focused on Shopify applications to lead discovery, design, and integration efforts for client projects. You will build, test, deploy, and maintain Shopify apps and themes, mentor developers, and collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to scope complex requirements while shaping the technical roadmap.

You will also advise on technical risk during discovery sessions, uphold governance across projects, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a full stack developer in commercial environments.
• Proven track record delivering responsive Shopify/Shopify Plus websites.
• Strong knowledge of Shopify Store 2.0, Liquid, and Shopify APIs.
• Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript (ES6+), and TypeScript.
• Experience with React (Remix / Next.js).
• Backend experience with Node.js or Ruby.
• Understanding of RESTful/GraphQL APIs and cloud/serverless architectures.
• Proficient in Git and multi-developer workflows.
• Solid experience with databases and data modeling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical discovery, solution design, and architecture for client projects.
• Build, test, deploy, and maintain robust Shopify apps, themes, and integrations.
• Architect custom Shopify apps and Checkout Extensions.
• Design scalable theme builds and integrate APIs.
• Advise on technical risk during discovery sessions.
• Define and uphold technical governance across multiple projects.
• Mentor and support developers, conduct reviews, and foster growth.
• Collaborate with project managers and client stakeholders to scope complex requirements.
• Contribute to product and process improvements across the agency.
• Shape development standards and support the Director of Technology in defining the technical roadmap.

Skills

Full Stack Development

Shopify Store 2.0

Liquid

JavaScript (ES6+)

React (Remix/Next.js)

Node.js

Ruby

RESTful APIs

GraphQL APIs

Git

Databases

HTML

CSS

TypeScript

Tools

Shopify

Cloud-Based Architectures

Serverless Architectures

Job description

• Lead technical discovery, solution design, and architecture for client projects
• Build, test, deploy, and maintain robust Shopify apps, themes, and integrations
• Architect custom Shopify apps and Checkout Extensions
• Design scalable theme builds and integrate APIs
• Advise on technical risk during discovery sessions
• Define and uphold technical governance across multiple projects
• Mentor and support developers, conduct reviews, and foster professional growth
• Collaborate with project managers and client stakeholders to scope complex technical requirements
• Contribute to product and process improvement across the agency
• Help shape development standards and support the Director of Technology in defining the technical roadmap

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a full stack developer (3+ years in commercial environments)
• Proven track record delivering responsive Shopify/Shopify Plus websites (2+ years minimum)
• Strong knowledge of Shopify Store 2.0, Liquid, and Shopify APIs
• Skilled in HTML, CSS, JavaScript (ES6+), and TypeScript
• Experience with React (Remix / Next.js)
• Experience with backend languages/frameworks, preferably Node.js or Ruby
• Strong understanding of RESTful/GraphQL APIs and cloud-based/serverless architectures
• Proficient in Git and version control workflows within multi-developer teams
• Solid experience with databases, migrations, and relational data structures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in client-facing roles

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in full stack development with a focus on Shopify applications, including architecture, design, and integration of APIs. Proven ability to mentor developers and collaborate effectively with stakeholders to deliver high-quality technical solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Full Stack Development
• Shopify Store 2.0
• Liquid
• JavaScript (ES6+)
• React (Remix / Next.js)

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Shopify APIs
• HTML
• CSS
• TypeScript
• Node.js
• Ruby
• RESTful APIs
• GraphQL APIs
• Git
• Databases

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication
• Mentoring
• Collaboration

Industry Keywords

• Technical Discovery
• Solution Design
• Technical Governance
• Responsive Web Design
• Client-Facing Roles

Tools & Technologies

• Shopify
• Cloud-Based Architectures
• Serverless Architectures