Shopify Developer – Full Stack

Codup

Shopify Developer building full stack solutions including custom storefronts and embedded apps for clients at Codup. Role spans both frontend and backend development with a focus on performance.

Posted 7/31/2026contractRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and maintaining Shopify storefronts and embedded apps, with strong skills in Liquid, Shopify APIs, and third-party integrations. Proficient in frontend and backend development, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js, while ensuring secure handling of sensitive data.

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Shopify DevelopmentLiquid ProgrammingShopify API IntegrationEmbedded App DevelopmentFrontend and Backend Development

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Hard Skills

LiquidShopify APIsHTMLCSSJavaScriptReactNode.jsTypeScriptPostgreSQLGit

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Shopify CLIOAuthApp BridgePolarisCI/CD

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Shopify PlusMetaobjectsMetafieldsWebhooksThird-party API Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

GraphQLJavaScriptNext.jsNode.jsPostgresReactTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain Shopify storefronts and themes, with a focus on performance, responsiveness, and clean Liquid.
Develop embedded Shopify apps that run inside the Shopify admin, including OAuth install flows, session token authentication, and admin interfaces.
Build theme app extensions and ship them through Shopify CLI without disrupting the merchant's theme.
Work with Shopify Admin, Storefront, and Cart APIs, along with webhooks and App Proxy.
Model structured content and configuration using metaobjects and metafields.
Design and maintain backend services and database schemas that support app functionality.
Integrate with third-party systems and APIs such as ERPs, CRMs, 3PLs, and support platforms, with sensible handling of failures, retries, and timeouts.
Handle API credentials and sensitive data securely, including encryption at rest and keeping secrets out of logs and user interfaces.
Translate designs from the design team into working, accessible interfaces.
Write unit and integration tests as part of normal delivery.
Troubleshoot and debug across the stack, from storefront rendering through to backend integration failures.
Take part in code review and contribute to CI/CD pipelines.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Proven experience as a Shopify Developer, with work you can walk us through.
Strong Liquid skills and experience building on Shopify 2.0, including sections and blocks.
Hands-on experience with Shopify APIs: Admin (GraphQL and REST), Storefront, and Cart.
Experience building embedded Shopify apps: OAuth, session tokens, App Bridge, and Polaris.
Experience with theme app extensions and Shopify CLI.
Working knowledge of metaobjects and metafields as a structured content layer.
Shopify webhooks: subscription, verification, and reliable processing.
Solid frontend fundamentals: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React.
TypeScript in production, not just as a preference.
Node.js for backend development. Remix is preferred; strong Next.js or equivalent experience is considered.
PostgreSQL: schema design, migrations, and an ORM such as Prisma or Drizzle.
Third-party API integration with proper error handling, retries, and validation.
Git and a pull request based workflow, with CI/CD exposure.
Shopify Plus experience.
Clear communication and the ability to work independently across multiple projects.

Benefits

Comp & perks

8 hours per day, 5 days a week