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Shopify Technical Lead

Makro Agency
Full-time
Remote
Canada

Makro Agency is looking for a talented and passionate Lead Developer to drive the technical vision of our projects and mentor our development team. As a key player in our engineering group, you’ll architect scalable solutions, solve complex challenges, and help shape the future of eCommerce for our clients. If you’re passionate about building high-performance systems and leading teams toward innovation, we want to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead the development of high-performance Shopify themes and custom applications using Liquid, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP (Laravel), and Node.js.
  • Architect scalable, secure, and efficient integrations with Shopify’s Admin API, GraphQL, and third-party services (e.g., Rebuy, Klaviyo, Algolia).
  • Define and implement best practices for development workflows, code quality, and deployment processes.
  • Collaborate with designers, developers, and stakeholders to translate business goals into technical solutions.
  • Mentor and support a team of developers, fostering innovation and continuous learning.
  • Ensure performance, responsiveness, and reliability across all Shopify solutions.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • Advanced expertise in Shopify development, including Storefront, Admin API, and GraphQL.
  • Strong backend skills in PHP (Laravel), Node.js, and MySQL.
  • Front-end experience with React, TailwindCSS, and AlpineJS.
  • Experience integrating with eCommerce tools (Rebuy, Klaviyo, Algolia, etc.).
  • Hands-on knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, GitHub, and automated testing.
  • Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.

PERKS & BENEFITS

  • Remote-first culture - Work from everywhere
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Competitive PTO policy
  • Continued education and personal development opportunities
  • Opportunity to work on innovative e-commerce projects that push industry boundaries.

A collaborative and growth-oriented work environment where your ideas are valued.