Lead development of custom Shopify themes and apps, optimize storefront performance and SEO, integrate APIs and third-party services, and collaborate with design, strategy, and engineering teams. The role requires maintaining scalable Shopify solutions, applying responsive design and modern development practices, and staying current with Shopify platform updates. This is a fully remote position with flexible work location and professional development support.
Join the Utility Team!
Utility is an end-to-end mobile app and digital platform agency, focused on designing and engineering innovative, transformative technology. Our clients are premier global brands and new ventures across the wellness, fitness, entertainment, streaming, and educational spaces. Founded by digital leaders from companies like Major League Baseball and McCann Erickson, Utility is built by folks who have been on the other side of the table. We treat every project as if it were our own, from startup ventures to blue-chip brands.
What You'll Do- Lead the development of custom Shopify themes from scratch, ensuring pixel-perfect implementation of UI/UX designs.
- Architect, build, and maintain custom Shopify apps tailored to client needs.
- Optimize storefront performance, speed, and SEO while ensuring best practices in responsive design.
- Integrate third-party APIs and services into Shopify environments.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with designers, strategists, and other engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
- Stay current with Shopify’s evolving ecosystem, including new APIs, tools, and platform updates.
- 5+ years of professional experience as a front-end or full-stack developer, with a strong focus on Shopify.
- Proven expertise in Liquid, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and related front-end frameworks.
- Demonstrated success building custom Shopify themes (not just modifying templates).
- Deep experience developing private and public Shopify apps using Node.js, React, or similar frameworks.
- Familiarity with REST and GraphQL APIs and integrating third-party services into Shopify.
- Strong understanding of performance optimization and scalable architecture within Shopify.
- Experience with Git workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and modern dev practices.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Competitive salary
- 100% remote
- PTO policy: unlimited (within reason)
- Holidays policy: Local holidays apply
- Additional benefits: Growth Potential, Flexible Work Location, Company Branded Swag Package, Professional Personal Development Support
Utility Los Angeles, California, USA Office
10000 Washington Blvd, 2nd Floor, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90323
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