Senior Shopify Developer 5+years

Sykasys Technologies LLC; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Sykasys Technologies LLC is seeking a Senior Shopify Developer with 5+ years of hands-on Shopify experience to build, optimize, and lead scalable eCommerce solutions. The role emphasizes developing custom apps, integrating third-party APIs, and driving performance improvements across stores.

You will mentor junior developers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure best practices in security and UX. Chennai-based role with potential for cross-functional impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Shopify development.
• Strong expertise in Shopify Liquid, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with custom Shopify app development (Node.js / PHP).
• Proficiency in Git/version control systems.
• Strong knowledge of performance optimization and SEO best practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Good understanding of eCommerce workflows and UX principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop, customize, and maintain Shopify themes using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Build scalable, high-performance Shopify stores with focus on user experience.
• Develop and integrate custom Shopify apps and third‑party APIs.
• Optimize website performance, speed, and SEO for improved conversions.
• Implement advanced features using Shopify Plus (Scripts, Flow, Checkout customization).
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and marketing teams.
• Ensure best practices in security, scalability, and performance.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.

Skills

Shopify development

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Performance optimization

SEO awareness

Tools

Shopify Liquid

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript ES6+

Git/version control

Shopify APIs/webhooks

Shopify Plus

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Shopify Developer with 5+ years of experience in building and optimizing scalable eCommerce solutions. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in Shopify development, custom app creation, and performance optimization, along with the ability to lead projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Build scalable, high-performance Shopify stores with a focus on user experience
• Develop and integrate custom Shopify apps and third-party APIs
• Optimize website performance, speed, and SEO for improved conversions
• Implement advanced features using Shopify Plus (Scripts, Flow, Checkout customization)
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and marketing teams
• Ensure best practices in security, scalability, and performance
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in Shopify development
• Experience in building and customizing Shopify themes from scratch
• Solid understanding of Shopify APIs, webhooks, and app integrations
• Experience with custom Shopify app development (Node.js / PHP)
• Proficiency in Git/version control systems
• Strong knowledge of performance optimization and SEO best practices
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Good understanding of eCommerce workflows and UX principles

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Shopify Plus
• Knowledge of headless commerce (React / Next.js)
• Familiarity with GraphQL and REST APIs
• Experience with third‑party integrations (payment gateways, CRM, ERP)
• Understanding of Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Basic knowledge of UI/UX principles
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes

Nice to Have

• Experience with Shopify Hydrogen & Oxygen
• Knowledge of headless architecture and JAMstack
• Familiarity with Shopify Polaris (for app UI development)
• Experience integrating analytics tools (Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, etc.)
• Understanding of A/B testing and experimentation tools
• Experience with internationalization (multi‑currency, multi‑language stores)
• Exposure to subscription‑based eCommerce models
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG)
• Experience with serverless architecture (AWS, Vercel, etc.)
• Familiarity with Figma or design collaboration tools
• Prior experience in high‑traffic / enterprise‑level Shopify stores

Senior Shopify Developer 5+years

Job Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Shopify Developer with 5+ years of experience in building and optimizing scalable eCommerce solutions. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in Shopify development, custom app creation, and performance optimization, along with the ability to lead projects and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, customize, and maintain Shopify themes using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Build scalable, high-performance Shopify stores with a focus on user experience
• Develop and integrate custom Shopify apps and third‑party APIs
• Optimize website performance, speed, and SEO for improved conversions
• Implement advanced features using Shopify Plus (Scripts, Flow, Checkout customization)
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and marketing teams
• Ensure best practices in security, scalability, and performance
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in Shopify development
• Strong expertise in Shopify Liquid, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+)
• Experience in building and customizing Shopify themes from scratch
• Solid understanding of Shopify APIs, webhooks, and app integrations
• Experience with custom Shopify app development (Node.js / PHP)
• Proficiency in Git/version control systems
• Strong knowledge of performance optimization and SEO best practices
• Experience in responsive design and cross-browser compatibility
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Good understanding of eCommerce workflows and UX principles

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Shopify Plus
• Knowledge of headless commerce (React / Next.js)
• Familiarity with GraphQL and REST APIs
• Experience with third‑party integrations (payment gateways, CRM, ERP)
• Understanding of Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Basic knowledge of UI/UX principles
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes

Nice to Have

• Experience with Shopify Hydrogen & Oxygen
• Knowledge of headless architecture and JAMstack
• Familiarity with Shopify Polaris (for app UI development)
• Experience integrating analytics tools (Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, etc.)
• Understanding of A/B testing and experimentation tools
• Experience with internationalization (multi‑currency, multi‑language stores)
• Exposure to subscription‑based eCommerce models
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG)
• Experience with serverless architecture (AWS, Vercel, etc.)
• Familiarity with Figma or design collaboration tools
• Prior experience in high‑traffic / enterprise‑level Shopify stores

Job Category:Software Developer Job Type:Full Time Job Location:Chennai Remote:India UK