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Shopify Store Developer Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

CA$70K - CA$75K/yr

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Shopify Store Developer information

What is a Shopify Store Developer?

A Shopify Store Developer is a web developer who specializes in building, customizing, and maintaining e-commerce websites using the Shopify platform. They are skilled in using Shopify's tools, themes, and apps to create user-friendly and visually appealing online stores. Their responsibilities often include setting up the storefront, integrating payment gateways, customizing themes using HTML, CSS, and Liquid (Shopify’s templating language), and optimizing store performance. Shopify Store Developers may also help with troubleshooting technical issues and implementing third-party integrations to enhance store functionality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Shopify Store Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Shopify Store Developer, you need strong skills in web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Liquid), e-commerce best practices, and a solid understanding of Shopify’s platform. Familiarity with Shopify APIs, theme customization, third-party app integrations, and certifications like Shopify Partner status are highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills help you effectively collaborate with clients and deliver tailored solutions. These skills ensure the successful creation, optimization, and maintenance of high-performing, user-friendly Shopify stores that drive business growth.

What is the difference between Shopify Store Developer vs Shopify Web Designer?

AspectShopify Store DeveloperShopify Web Designer
Primary FocusBuilding and customizing store functionality using coding and appsDesigning the visual layout and user experience of the store
Skills & CertificationsLiquid, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Shopify APIsDesign tools, UI/UX principles, graphic design skills
Work EnvironmentDevelopers often work with developers or e-commerce teamsDesigners collaborate with marketing and branding teams
Common UsageCreating custom features, theme development, app integrationTheme design, visual branding, layout customization

Shopify Store Developers focus on coding, customizing, and enhancing store functionality, while Shopify Web Designers concentrate on visual design and user experience. Both roles are essential for a successful Shopify store but serve different purposes in the development process.

What are some common challenges faced by Shopify Store Developers when customizing stores for clients?

Shopify Store Developers often encounter challenges such as balancing client customization requests with the platform’s built-in limitations, integrating third-party apps smoothly, and ensuring optimal site performance as features are added. Communication is key, as developers must translate non-technical client needs into functional, scalable solutions while adhering to Shopify’s best practices. Staying up-to-date with Shopify’s frequent updates and evolving APIs is also essential for delivering reliable, future-proof stores.
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Full Stack Developer (Shopify eCommerce)

Saje Natural Wellness

Toronto, ON

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

We welcome interested candidates based in either the Greater Toronto Area or Greater Vancouver Area. 
Overview:

At Saje Natural Wellness, we're nature's original farmacy, blending the superpower of plants so you can remedy real life, naturally. And like nature, we're continually growing! As we continue to build our team, we're seeking talented people to join us: in our stores, support offices, and distribution centres. We are a purpose-driven, people-first organization where collaboration, innovation and entrepreneurial mindsets thrive.
We look for individuals who have drive and warmth, agility and passion, and keep customer experience at the centre of everything they do.
At Saje, you’ll connect with a dynamic community and make a positive impact. Join our team and grow your career, alongside the most talented, hard working, and kind-hearted people out there. 

The impact you'll make:

Reporting into the Product Manager – eCommerce, as our sole Full Stack Developer on the eCommerce team, you will be responsible for building, maintaining and optimizing our digital commerce experience. You’ll work across our Shopify storefronts, custom apps, checkout experience and third-party integrations to help build and scale our digital commerce operations. 

All Saje Team Members are responsible for contributing to Saje’s culture and maintaining a positive environment for themselves and their peers.
What you'll do:

Front End Storefront Development

  • Develop and maintain custom Shopify themes using Liquid templating, HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript / TypeScript.
  • Develop reusable UI components for product pages, landing pages, category pages and promotions.   
  • Implement and optimize interactive experiences from homepage to checkout.
  • Integrate and maintain third-party tools (eg. Klaviyo, Nosto, Gorgias) 
  • Partner with PM to scope features, surface technical constraints early, and contribute to roadmap decisions
  • Collaborate with UX and deliver on designs by translating Figma mock-ups into responsive reusable components and performant experiences
  • Continuous monitoring and improving Core web vitals and AEO sore
  • Support the organic ranking of our websites through implementation of SEO best practices and strategy in how new features are coded 

Back End Architecture & API integrations

  • Develop and maintain custom apps & Shopify apps.
  • Build and support back-end services and webhooks that connect Shopify with third-party platforms.
  • Write scripts and automations for product data management, promotions and inventory workflows.
  • Build and maintain secure middleware solutions.
  • Participate in code reviews, development flows and writing technical documents
  • Provide technical support & solutions to deliver experiences & services for internal business teams and end users.
  • Develop and collaborate on content management workflows and functionality that allows other teams to deploy content quickly across multiple geographies and languages. 

AI 

  • Configure AI assisted features and automations as they move from exploratory to production.
  • Use AI assisted development tools to accelerate build velocity, including code generations, debugging, testing, while maintaining quality output.
  • Moving current stack to support AI compatibility such a Shopify’s agentic storefront capabilities and third-party AI tools in the stack.
  • Collaborate with team members on providing modern cost-effective solutions to business needs.
  • Contribute to the long-term eCommerce strategy by conducting research, sharing new capabilities and industry best practices with colleagues, and supporting data-led proof-of-concept pilots 

Collaboration

  • Execute work detailed in agile sprints on time and with excellence.
  • Commit to continuous learning of Shopify platform and staying on pace with latest developments and opportunities for how to move the business forward.
  • Provide support to other developers (internal and external), helping to improve processes and positively contribute to deliverables.
  • Shape Saje’s culture, and the team’s, through continuous improvement, streamlining processes, and working productively across department boundaries. 

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as computer science, software & systems design, engineering or commensurate experience.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in full stack development within an eCommerce environment
  • Preferred languages: HTML5/CSS, React, Javascript ES6, Liquid (Shopify), TailwindCSS, GraphQL
  • Experience with the implementation and integration with ad networks (GTM experience a plus)
  • Experience in UX/UI, API integration, performance/speed optimization, SEO optimization an asset.
  • Experience developing for mobile web devices and responsive design
  • Ideally, you have familiarity with Shopify theme development and custom app development
  • Experience with Version Control Systems (Git).
  • Experience with modern web development tools including: Webpack, Babel, PostCSS, Github Actions
  • Ability to communicate status/problems to team members and non-technical managers effectively.
  • The ability to handle multiple projects while operating in a deadline-oriented team. 

Why Saje?

Here at Saje, we understand that joining a team is an important decision to make, so we want to be sure you're supported to do your best work.
The compensation range on average for this position is from $110,000 - 120,000 annually. Base pay is dependent on market location and mayvary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. 
In addition to your base, we offer:

  • Annual bonus program
  • A hybrid way of working
  • Flexible work hours based on business needs
  • Wellness days to ensure you're taking care of your mental and physical health
  • Health benefits - comprehensive health, vision and dental packages
  • Paid sick days
  • Generous product discount
  • Full onboarding plan and onboarding buddy to help you settle in
  • Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 support, resources, and information available to you and your family
  • GRSP programs
  • Paid time off to ensure you're resting & recharging
  • Product training to help you learn about the benefits and efficacy of our 100% natural products to support your own wellness journey


Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice. 
Join our team!

If this opportunity sounds like you, please apply in the link below. Not sure you're 100% the right fit? We encourage you to apply even if you don't have all of the listed qualifications. We offer a thorough onboarding experience to set you up for success, learning and development support, and help you to integrate seamlessly.

All applications are viewed by a member of our team and therefore we do not use AI as part of our screening & selection process. We do use AI to transcribe our preliminary screening calls with our recruitment team. This job posting is for an existing vacancy on our team that we are presently hiring for.
Saje provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants, and we believe the best teams are made up of diverse perspectives and people. We offer reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and will work with you to ensure you are supported while working at Saje.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME