Shopify Developer

Company overview

G.O.A.T Foods is the parent company of Licorice.com, Pretzels.com, and caramels.com, and Chocolate.com. We are one of the fastest growing e-commerce CPG companies around with a great team to support the business

About the Role:

We are looking for Shopify developer who is comfortable programming on the Shopify platform. They should have development experience, in-depth understanding, and distinct perspectives of all things to specialize in all the Shopify projects.

The chosen candidate should be able to create a bespoke development using the existing Shopify templates. Besides that, they must also know how to convert mock-ups designed in Figma and specifications into complete functional solutions. They must also know how to update and modify the existing stores to enhance the UX/UI design or add new features. They must also know how to test and develop 3rd-party Shopify apps and customize and create Shopify accounts.

Responsibilities:

• Manage our Shopify codebase and apps to increase revenues and sales 
• Optimize Site merchandising tools to streamline site content management.
• Construct design solutions with the e-commerce team with a focus on improving website usability. Work with the UI and UX design teams to make the inventive, strong, and unique user experience. 
• Work on our third party 3P and Shopify App Integration 
• Run extensive QA to ensure performance consistency across key devices and browsers.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery, React / React Native
• 3+ years of experience with Shopify/Shopify+ Must have maintenance, launch, and shop construction expertise and have a general understanding of the admin system.
• 3+ years of experience in software development (or a certificate from a leading Code Academy
• Understanding of application languages (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript) 
• Previous experience in Shopify Storefront API and working with custom theme
• Has working knowledge in liquid templating and theming system of Shopify.
• Previous experience in debugging or implementing 3rd-party Shopify applications and making unique solutions when it’s required. 
• Must have expertise and knowledge with jQuery, current frameworks of JavaScript, vanilla JavaScript, and ES2015/ES6.
• Must carry working knowledge of Shopify properties or objects, Meta fields, and AJAX API.
• Must possess debugging and testing abilities utilizing browser console and various other tools.
• Must have the ability to provide proactive feedback and interact effectively.
• Working knowledge in 3rd-party APIs and services along with Shopify plugins.
• Previous experience in creating responsive and unique layouts for mobile devices, tablets, and desktop.
• Intermediate knowledge of JavaScript libraries (NodeJs, Grunt, Bower, Webpack, CommonJS, RequireJS, PrototypeJS, jQuery, Gulp)
• Understanding of code versioning tools such as Git

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong technical skills to collaborate effectively with developers and business teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred. 
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.

Personal Attributes:

• A proactive change agent who challenges the status quo.
• Results-driven, detail-oriented, energetic, and focused.
• Strong desire to learn and succeed.
• Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively.
• Makes decisions based on a mix of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.