Posted Aug 15, 2026

Senior/Lead Shopify App Developer – Short Term Contract

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Time zones: EST (UTC -5), MST (UTC -7), ART (UTC -3), UTC -4, UTC -4:30, UTC -3, UTC -2 About the Role: We’re partnering with a remote-based company that’s seeking a Senior Shopify Developer to lead a team of developers in building a Shopify Embedded Application that aligns with Shopify’s "Built for Shopify" guidelines. You will provide technical direction, manage milestones, and act as a liaison engineering/product leadership and the development team. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and excellent communication. Key Responsibilities: • Technical Leadership: Break down project scope, Figma designs, and requirements into clear, actionable milestones and tasks. • Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of 2 Intermediate Developers, providing technical guidance and ensuring the successful delivery of project goals. • Project Management: • Collaborate with engineering and product leadership. • Communicate project progress, blockers, and resource needs through regular weekly updates. • Ensure project milestones are met on time and within scope. • Development: Contribute to coding and development tasks within Shopify’s Embedded App ecosystem. Required Skills & Experience: • 5+ years of experience in software development, with strong expertise in Shopify Embedded Apps. • Proficiency in the following technologies: • Shopify CLI, App Bridge, Polaris, Shopify Admin API • React / TypeScript, Shopify Remix, JavaScript • REST APIs / GraphQL APIs • Strong familiarity with Shopify Partners Admin, App Setup, and Shopify App Design Guidelines. • Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing projects within agile environments. • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a remote environment. • Effective communication and reporting skills. What to Expect: • Fully remote work with flexible hours (North American time zones). • Light meetings: At least one coordinated team meeting per week. • Collaborative tools: Slack, GitHub, Jira, and Figma. • Support from engineering, product teams, and leadership to ensure success.