Freelance Shopify Software Engineer Jobs in California

JustFab is looking for a Software Engineer with strong Shopify development experience to support our DTC e-commerce business. This role will focus on Shopify store development, website performance, API integrations, third-party app management, and technical support for our online business.

The ideal candidate should be hands-on, business-oriented, and able to work closely with U.S. business teams, China-based technical teams, and external technical contractors. The core requirements are Shopify/Liquid, React, API integration, contractor coordination, and basic understanding of PII/privacy compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize JF’s Shopify-based DTC website.

• Customize Shopify themes and build new features, landing pages, modules, and site functions.

• Work with Liquid, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and Shopify APIs.

• Integrate and manage third-party Shopify apps, tools, and external systems.

• Improve website performance, page speed, mobile experience, and overall user experience.

• Troubleshoot production issues and support website stability for daily operations and key campaigns.

• Coordinate with external technical contractors, including task assignment, timeline follow-up, and quality review.

• Support proper handling of customer PII data and work with internal teams on privacy and compliance-related requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.

• 2+ years of web development experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React.

• 2+ years of hands-on Shopify development experience.

• Strong knowledge of Liquid templating language and Shopify APIs.

• Experience with Shopify theme customization, third-party app integration, and website troubleshooting.

• Understanding of DTC e-commerce operations, customer experience, product pages, checkout flow, and promotional campaigns.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Fluent English communication skills.

• Mandarin Chinese is strongly preferred for cross-region collaboration.

• Must have valid U.S. work authorization.

• Must be able to work from the Los Angeles office under a hybrid work model.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Shopify Plus or high-traffic e-commerce websites.

• Experience with API integrations, CRM tools, analytics tools, tracking pixels, or order management systems.

• Experience managing offshore or external technical contractors.

• Familiarity with PII data handling, privacy compliance, CCPA, CPRA, or GDPR.

• Experience in fashion, footwear, retail, DTC, or cross-border e-commerce is a plus.

• Ideal candidate brings foundational AI literacy, including experience using generative AI tools, and a proactive mindset to experiment with new technologies to drive productivity and innovation. 

Where we are:

• This role will be based in our El Segundo Headquarters   

The annual base salary range for this position is from $100,000-$130,000. The range provided includes the base salary that JustFab expects to pay for the role. Offered base salary will be dependent on factors including the scope and complexity of the role, candidate’s related work experience, subject matter expertise and work location.   

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At JustFab, we're dedicated to recruiting top talent who share our drive for innovation. To safeguard candidates, JustFab emphasizes legitimate recruitment practices. Initial communication is primarily via official email addresses and LinkedIn; beware of deviations. Personal data and sensitive information will not be solicited during the application phase. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through the approved platforms Teams or Zoom—never via messaging apps or other calling services. Offers are merit-based, communicated verbally, and followed up in writing. If personal information is requested to initiate the hiring process, rest assured it will be through secure and protected means.

JustFab LLC, ShoeDazzle, LLC, Personal Retailing Inc. (d/b/a FabKids) is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, compensate, develop, and promote regardless of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable. At JustFab LLC, ShoeDazzle, LLC, Personal Retailing Inc. (d/b/a FabKids), we champion a vibrant workplace culture that thrives on diversity law and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We are one team from many backgrounds, innovating through diversity of individuals, who are driven by passion for creating an inclusive space for all. JustFab LLC, ShoeDazzle, LLC, Personal Retailing Inc. (d/b/a FabKids) will continue to champion a workplace culture that prizes diversity and inclusivity. 

We encourage you to apply regardless of meeting all qualifications and/or requirements.