Senior Shopify Developer Job - Grow E-Commerce Skills in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
Role Level & Market Positioning: Senior Shopify Developer roles in the European market typically command €50,000–€80,000/year (or equivalent contractor day rates of €400–€600). Proxify does not disclose salary, which is worth negotiating carefully — Proxify positions itself as a premium network, so compensation should reflect senior-level market rates.
Skills you'll develop and strengthen:
- Shopify ecosystem mastery (Liquid, Storefront API, Shopify Apps) — highly in demand as e-commerce continues to grow globally.
- Frontend performance optimization and conversion rate optimization (CRO) — transferable, high-value skills.
- Cross-functional collaboration with UX/UI teams — builds product thinking alongside technical depth.
- TypeScript (nice-to-have) — increasingly standard across the industry.
Green flags: Proxify has strong third-party ratings (Glassdoor 4.5, Trustpilot 4.8), predictable hours, 24 flex days, and monthly guaranteed payments — real differentiators from typical freelance instability. The long-term contract model suits professionals who want stability without full employment.
Yellow flags: No salary transparency upfront. The role is client-facing through Proxify, so you won't build a direct relationship with the end client — limiting your network growth. Career progression depends on Proxify matching you to new clients over time, not an internal ladder.
Best fit for: Developers with 4+ years of Shopify experience who want stable remote income with minimal recruitment friction, and who aren't prioritizing rapid internal promotion.
About Us
Talent has no borders. Proxify's mission is to connect top developers around the world with the opportunities they deserve. So, it doesn't matter where you are — we are here to help you fast-track your independent career in the right direction. 🙂
Since our launch, Proxify's developers have successfully worked with 1200+ happy clients to build their products and growth features. 5000+ talented developers trust Proxify and its network to fulfill their dreams and objectives.
Proxify is shaped by a global network of supportive, talented developers interested in remote full-time jobs. Our Glassdoor (4.5/5) and Trustpilot (4.8/5) ratings reflect the trust developers place in us and our commitment to our members' success.
The Role
We are looking for a Senior Shopify Developer for one of our clients. You are a perfect candidate if you are growth-oriented, you love what you do, and you enjoy working on new ideas to develop exciting products and growth features.
What We Are Looking For
- Broad shop construction, launch, and maintenance expertise, as well as a general understanding of the admin system.
- Proven skills in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, as well as a thorough grasp of the DOM.
- Previous experience working with a custom theme and/or the Storefront API.
- Working knowledge of Shopify's theming system and Liquid templating.
- Previous experience implementing/debugging third-party Shopify apps, as well as building unique solutions if needed.
- In-depth knowledge and expertise with Vanilla.JS, jQuery, ES2015/ES6, and current JavaScript frameworks.
- Working knowledge of Shopify's object/properties, AJAX API, and Meta fields.
- Extensive testing and debugging abilities using the browser console and other tools.
- Prior experience developing responsive layouts for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
- Working knowledge of third-party services and APIs, as well as Shopify Apps.
- Ability to communicate effectively and provide proactive feedback.
- Located in CET timezone (+/- 3 hours) — applications from candidates in other time zones cannot be considered.
Nice-to-Have
- Knowledge of TypeScript.
Responsibilities
- Create an engaging and knowledgeable online Shopify store to increase sales and revenue.
- Create bespoke Shopify themes and modify pre-existing templates per predefined brand guidelines.
- Be an expert in all aspects of the e-commerce platform.
- Work with UX and UI Design Teams to create unique, strong, and inventive frontend user experiences.
- Ensure smooth connection with Marketing Tools, Platform APIs, and Shopify Apps to optimize the shop for overall efficiency and functionality.
- Test and debug websites regularly to improve performance.
- Provide technical support and coordination, protecting enterprises against failure.
- Increase conversion rates by optimizing your website.
What We Offer
- Get paid, not played: No more unreliable clients. Enjoy on-time monthly payments with flexible withdrawal options.
- Predictable project hours: Enjoy a harmonious work-life balance with consistent 8-hour working days with clients.
- Flex days, so you can recharge: Enjoy up to 24 flex days off per year without losing pay, for full-time positions found through Proxify.
- Career-accelerating positions at cutting-edge companies: Discover exclusive long-term remote positions at the world's most exciting companies.
- Hand-picked opportunities, just for you: Skip the typical recruitment roadblocks and biases with personally matched positions.
- One seamless process, multiple opportunities: A one-time contracting process for endless opportunities, with no extra assessments.
- Compensation: Enjoy the same pay, every month with positions landed through Proxify.
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