Wordpress & Shopify Developer

at  Zipdev

Zipdev currently seeking Web Developer. We are seeking a Developer with expertise in WordPress and Shopify to create and maintain custom themes, optimize web applications, and deliver exceptional user experiences. The ideal candidate excels in front-end development, solving technical challenges, and managing multiple projects. Strong communication, time management, and proficiency in remote collaboration tools are essential for success.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years of relevant work experience as a front-end developer.
• Advanced understanding of web markup, including HTML5, CSS3.
• Proficient understanding of server-side CSS pre-processing platforms, such as SASS.
• Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, including jQuery.
• Proficient in WordPress theme development, database management, error handling, Custom Post Types, Advanced Custom Fields, etc.
• Proficient knowledge of custom Shopify theme development and the Liquid templating language.
• Experience building custom designs with page builders like Elementor and Webflow.
• Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX.
• Proficient knowledge of task runners like Gulp and Grunt.
• Basic understanding of PHP and MySQL.
• Basic knowledge of image authoring tools for cropping, resizing, or performing small adjustments on images.
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.
• Good understanding of technical SEO principles and ensuring adherence in applications.
• Experience using third-party APIs for dynamic integrations.
• Basic understanding of back-end services/servers and persistent storage.
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks like React and Angular is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills, especially in a remote environment.
• Availability for a daily internal team standup.
• Reliable in completing tasks on time.
• Proficiency in using tools and systems such as Accelo, Slack, Figma, and Google Drive

• Work on multiple client projects for multiple teams.
• Develop new user-facing features.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Develop and maintain both WordPress and Shopify themes within best practices.
• Utilize proficient knowledge of custom Shopify theme development and Liquid templating language.
• Code pages as close to “pixel perfect” as possible.
• Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders.
• Take ownership of projects and optimization.
• Communicate clearly and openly with all team members.
• Utilize creative problem solving to provide solutions and explanations for challenges.
• Develop and build out responsive emails and email templates.
• Manage project tasks, timelines, and communication.
• Perform routine site maintenance as needed.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills, especially in a remote environment.
• Availability for a daily internal team standup.
• Reliable in completing tasks on time.
• Proficiency in using tools and systems such as Accelo, Slack, Figma, and Google Drive.