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Job Title : Shopify Lead Developer / Technical Lead – ShopifyLocation: Noida / MumbaiType of position: FulltimeExperience: 10+ YearsAbout the Role:We are seeking an experienced Shopify Lead to drive the architecture, design, and execution of enterprise-grade e-commerce solutions on Shopify and Shopify Plus. This role involves technical leadership, solution design, and team mentorship while ensuring robust, scalable, and high-performing Shopify implementations aligned with business goals.The ideal candidate is a hands-on technologist and strategic thinker with deep expertise in Shopify and a proven track record of leading complex digital commerce projects end-to-end.Key Responsibilities:- Lead the architecture, customization, and development of advanced Shopify Plus storefronts and ecosystems. - Define and enforce technical standards, best practices, and coding guidelines across Shopify projects. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams — including UI/UX, Product, Marketing, and Operations — to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions. - Own full lifecycle delivery of Shopify projects: design, development, testing, deployment, and post-launch optimization. - Develop and integrate custom apps, APIs, and third-party services (ERP, CRM, OMS, payment gateways, analytics, etc.). - Drive performance optimization, SEO best practices, and security compliance for all Shopify storefronts. - Mentor and guide a team of developers; conduct technical reviews, training, and knowledge-sharing sessions. - Evaluate new Shopify releases, technologies, and tools to continuously improve the development ecosystem. - Act as the technical point of contact for Shopify-related discussions with stakeholders, clients, and leadership.Required Skills & Experience:- 10+ years of total web development experience with a minimum of 5 years dedicated to Shopify and Shopify Plus. - Expert-level proficiency in Shopify Liquid, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and AJAX. - Experience with modern front-end frameworks (React, Vue.js, or Next.js) and headless commerce architecture. - Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and Shopify Admin API integrations. - Proven experience in developing custom Shopify apps (public/private) using Node.js, Express, or Laravel. - Deep knowledge of Shopify Plus features, multi-store setup, localization, and internationalization. - Familiarity with DevOps practices, version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and deployment management. - Demonstrated ability to manage teams, code reviews, and delivery timelines in a fast-paced environment. - Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.Nice-to-Have:- Experience with Shopify Hydrogen, Oxygen, or headless commerce implementations. - Exposure to data-driven e-commerce optimization tools (Klaviyo, Segment, GTM, etc.). - Knowledge of SEO, performance tuning, and analytics integration for Shopify stores. - Prior experience working in agency environments or with enterprise-scale e-commerce clients.Education:- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.What we can offer you:Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we’ll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. 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