Shopify Architect E-commerce Solutions

  • San Ramon, CA
  • Posted 6 hours ago | Updated 6 hours ago

Overview

On Site
$70 - $80
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Able to Provide Sponsorship

Skills

Shopify Architect and Ecommerce

Job Details

Job Title: Shopify Architect E-commerce Solutions

Location: San Ramon, CA- Onsite (4 Days in a week)

Job Type: Contract

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Shopify Architect to lead the design and development of robust, scalable e-commerce solutions using the Shopify platform. You will play a key role in shaping technical architecture, integrating third-party systems, and delivering seamless user experiences that drive business growth. The ideal candidate is a Shopify expert with a deep understanding of e-commerce platforms, architecture best practices, and the full software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and architect scalable Shopify-based e-commerce solutions tailored to business needs.

Lead technical decision-making for custom theme development, Shopify Plus, app integration, and APIs.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, marketing, product, and engineering) to translate business requirements into technical specifications.

Define and enforce coding standards, security practices, and performance optimization techniques.

Manage Shopify ecosystem integrations including ERP, CRM, OMS, and payment gateways.

Evaluate third-party applications and make recommendations on best-fit solutions.

Guide development teams through architectural decisions, code reviews, and mentoring.

Stay current on e-commerce trends, Shopify updates, and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in web development, with 3+ years focused on Shopify or Shopify Plus architecture.

Proven experience designing and implementing large-scale Shopify e-commerce solutions.

Strong proficiency in Liquid, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.

Experience with Shopify APIs, custom app development, and headless commerce (using Hydrogen, Storefront API, or other frameworks).

Familiarity with integrating third-party tools and platforms (Klaviyo, NetSuite, Salesforce, etc.).

Strong understanding of e-commerce UX, SEO, site performance, and accessibility.

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with React, Node.js, GraphQL, or JAMstack architecture.

Shopify Expert or Shopify Plus Partner certification.

Experience with internationalization, multi-currency, and high-volume e-commerce.

Background in agile development and CI/CD pipelines.

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