E-Commerce Developer, Onsite

Helios WorldWide; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Helios WorldWide is seeking a talented E-commerce Developer for on-site work in Santa Monica. You will bridge design and implementation to deliver high-performance, visually compelling websites and e-commerce platforms, with a focus on Shopify and other platforms.

You will translate UI/UX designs into functional pages, customize themes, and optimize performance while collaborating with designers, content creators, and marketing teams to drive growth.

Qualifications

• Degree preferred in CS/Web Dev or related field.
• Strong Shopify or similar platform experience with portfolio.
• Experience building, customizing, and scaling e-commerce sites.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain responsive e-commerce sites using Shopify or other platforms.
• Translate UI/UX designs into high-fidelity web pages.
• Customize themes, templates, and CMS structures.
• Maximize site performance and cross-browser compatibility.
• Collaborate with designers, content creators, and marketing teams.
• Troubleshoot issues and deploy updates.
• Manage third-party integrations, analytics, and marketing tools.
• Track performance metrics and provide data-driven insights.
• Contribute to internal web standards and best practices.

Skills

Front-End Development

Back-End Fundamentals

Platform Specialization

E-commerce Proficiency

Education

Computer Science / Web Development related degree

Job description

Job Title: E-commerce Developer

Company: Forge a Helios Company

Location: Santa Monica - on site

Role Overview:

We are seeking a talented and versatile Web Developer with specialized expertise in Shopify or other e-commerce platforms to join our creative team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end development of high-performance, visually stunning websites and e-commerce platforms. You will bridge the gap between creative design and technical implementation, ensuring every digital experience we build is seamless, responsive, and optimized for growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Development & Maintenance: Design, build, and maintain responsive websites and e-commerce experiences using Shopify or other e-commerce platforms, ensuring strict alignment with brand guidelines and project requirements.


• Design Implementation: Accurately translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into high-fidelity, functional web pages.


• Customization: Implement and customize themes, templates, and CMS structures to meet unique client needs.


• Optimization: Maximize site performance, page load speeds, and ensure flawless cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with designers, content creators, and marketing teams to integrate visual assets, dynamic content, and interactive features.


• Technical Support: Troubleshoot complex technical issues, manage bug fixes, and deploy regular updates.


• Integrations: Manage and configure third-party integrations, including marketing automation, ERPs, and analytics tools.


• Performance Tracking: Set up and track website performance metrics to provide data-driven insights.


• Standards Advocacy: Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal web standards, documentation, and development best practices.

Qualifications & Skills:

Technical Expertise:

• Front-End Development: Mastery of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, with a deep understanding of responsive design principles.


• Back-End Fundamentals: Experience with APIs, server-side logic, and basic database interactions to support complex integrations.


• Platform Specialization: Proven experience in building, customizing, and scaling platforms within Shopify or other e-commerce platforms.


• E-commerce Proficiency: Strong knowledge of e-commerce functionality, including product catalogs, cart logic, checkout flows, and payment gateway configurations.

Professional Competencies:

• Clean Code Practices: Commitment to writing clean, maintainable code with experience in version control (Git) and debugging.


• Design Sensibility: Solid grasp of web design principles, including layout, typography, accessibility standards, and user experience (UX).


• Problem Solving: Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to find creative solutions to technical constraints.


• Teamwork: Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary creative environment.

Education & Experience:

• A degree or formal training in Computer Science, Web Development, Graphic Design, or a related field is preferred.


• Equivalent practical experience and a strong portfolio of Shopify or other E-commerce platforms projects will be highly considered.

Recruitment Process:

You will be contacted by our team within 72 hours of your application. Our recruitment process takes a maximum of 21 days from the first interview, and you will be notified in the event of success or failure.

Helios WorldWide is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.