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Senior Web Developer – eCommerce / Shopify & WordPress
Experience Required : 8–12+ Years in Web Development; 8+ Years in Shopify & WordPress
Primary Project : WordPress-to-Shopify Migration & eCommerce Build-Out
Reporting To Project Lead / Client Stakeholder
Work Mode Remote / Hybrid (as applicable) Coimbatore or remote
Budget: 15-20lpa
1. Position Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled, self-directed Senior Web Developer with deep expertise in Shopify eCommerce development and WordPress to lead a full-scope website migration and storefront build for one of our key clients.
The selected developer will convert an existing WordPress site into a fully functional, launch-ready Shopify eCommerce storefront. This is a high-visibility project requiring someone who can work with minimal oversight, deliver professional-grade output, and ensure the final site is technically sound, visually engaging, and optimized for conversions.
The right candidate brings strong end-to-end ownership from technical architecture and
development through testing and launch and communicates proactively with stakeholders
throughout.
2. Project Scope & Key Deliverables
This role is centered on the following project objectives:
2.1 WordPress-to-Shopify Migration
• Migrate all existing site content from WordPress to Shopify, preserving design intent and
content integrity.
• Maintain URL structures, redirects, and SEO signals throughout migration.
• Reuse existing site content as-is (Phase I scope); no content rewrites required.
2.2 eCommerce Build-Out
• Configure a fully functional Shopify storefront with product listings, PDPs (Product Detail
Pages), and collections.
• Integrate base MSRP equipment pricing sourced from a sister website owned by the client.
• Configure shipping settings and rates mirroring the client’s existing website.
• Implement payment system options consistent with the client’s existing setup, including:
◦ Bills & Coins Only
◦ Credit Card Reader AND Bills & Coins
2.3 Site Nomenclature & Standardization
• Apply site nomenclature communalization per client direction and brand guidelines.
• Ensure consistent terminology, labeling, and navigation conventions across all pages.
2.4 Real-Time Channel Partner Pricing Displa
y• Develop or integrate a solution to scrape and display real-time pricing from the client’
schannel partner pages on relevant PDPs, including
:◦ Sam’s Clu
b◦ BJ’s Wholesale Clu
b◦ Quil
l◦ Webstaurant Stor
e◦ Additional channel partners as agree
d• This feature requires careful architecture planning; the developer will propose a technicall
ysound, compliant, and maintainable approach in collaboration with the client
.2.5 UX, Performance & Conversion Optimizatio
n• Deliver a visually engaging, responsive storefront providing an exceptional user experienc
eacross desktop and mobile
.• Ensure the site is technically sound: fast-loading, accessible, and cross-browser compatible
.• Optimize layout and page flow to drive site conversions
.3. Roles & Responsibilitie
s3.1 Discovery & Architectur
e• Review the existing WordPress site structure, content, and functionality
.• Propose a clear technical migration and build approach, including the channel partne
rpricing integration strategy
.• Define and align on scope, milestones, and delivery timeline with the client
.3.2 Design & Front-End Developmen
t• Build or customize a Shopify theme to match intended visual design and brand standards
.• Develop responsive layouts using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and Liquid (Shopify’
stemplating language)
.• Ensure accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA minimum) and cross-browser compatibility
.3.3 Back-End & Integration Developmen
t• Integrate Shopify with required back-end systems, third-party tools, and APIs
.• Implement pricing sync from the sister website and the channel partner real-time scrapin
gsolution
.• Configure payment gateways, shipping rules, and tax settings per client specifications
.• Integrate necessary Shopify apps or custom development as required
.3.4 WordPress Maintenance (Transition Period
)• Maintain and support the existing WordPress site during the transition to keep it operationa
luntil Shopify go-live
.• Extract and migrate content accurately from WordPress to the new Shopify environment
.3.5 Testing & Q
A• Conduct comprehensive testing across features, functionality, user flows, paymen
tprocessing, and security
.• Perform cross-device and cross-browser QA (desktop, tablet, mobile)
.• Run performance testing and optimization (Core Web Vitals, page speed)
.• Resolve all identified bugs and issues prior to launch
.3.6 Launch & Handove
r• Coordinate domain migration, DNS, SSL, and go-live activities
.• Deliver a fully launch-ready site requiring minimal rework from the client team
.• Provide documentation covering architecture, integrations, and maintenance guidelines
.• Offer a defined post-launch support window for issue resolution
.4. Job Specification – Required Qualification
s4.1 Experienc
e• 8–12+ years of professional web development experience, preferably in an agency o
rproduct company setting
.• 5+ years of hands-on Shopify development including theme customization, Liqui
dtemplating, and Shopify APIs
.• 5+ years of WordPress development including custom themes, plugins, an
dWooCommerce
.• Proven track record of end-to-end eCommerce project delivery — from scoping throug
hlaunch
.• Experience working independently with senior stakeholders under limited day-to-da
yoversight
.4.2 Technical Skills – Must-Hav
e• Shopify: Theme development (Liquid, Sections, Blocks), Shopify CLI, Storefront API, Admi
nAP
I• WordPress: Theme & plugin development, WooCommerce, REST API, custom post type
s• Front-End: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), jQuery, Bootstrap / Tailwind CS
S• Back-End: PHP, MySQ
L• APIs & Integrations: REST APIs, webhooks, third-party app integratio
n• Performance Optimization: Core Web Vitals, lazy loading, image optimization, CD
Nconfiguratio
n• SEO: On-page optimization, structured data, URL management, redirect handling durin
gmigratio
n• Security: SSL/TLS, HTTPS, input validation, platform security best practice
s• Version Control: Git (GitHub / GitLab / Bitbucket
)• Hosting & Infrastructure: Domain management, DNS, server/hosting environmen
tconfiguratio
n4.3 Technical Skills – Nice-to-Hav
e• Web scraping technologies (Python, Puppeteer, Playwright, or similar) for channel partne
rpricing integratio
n• Shopify Plus experience (Scripts, Flow, B2B, checkout customization
)• Experience with Magento, WooCommerce, or other eCommerce platform
s• Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager, and conversion tracking setu
p• Headless commerce concepts or Shopify Hydrogen experienc
e4.4 Soft Skills & Work Styl
e• Highly self-directed: able to deliver a launch-ready site with minimal guidance from the clien
tteam
.• Strong communicator: provides proactive updates, flags risks early, and aligns on decisions
.• Detail-oriented: consistently delivers technically sound, high-quality output
.• Problem-solver: identifies solutions independently and escalates only when genuinel
yrequired
.• Comfortable working in international, cross-cultural project environments
.• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
.5. Future Scope – Phase II (Anticipated
)While not part of the current engagement, the following are anticipated in a subsequent phase. Th
eselected developer will be given preferential consideration for continuity
:• Product catalog expansion with new SKUs, categories, and collection
s• Content enhancements: copy updates, imagery refresh, and multimedia addition
s• Additional channel integrations and marketplace connectivit
y• Advanced analytics and conversion rate optimization (CRO) initiative
s• Potential internationalization and multi-currency suppor
t6. Success Criteri
aThe engagement will be considered successful when the following outcomes are met
:• A fully functional Shopify storefront is live, replacing the existing WordPress sit
e• All existing content has been migrated and displays correctly on the new platfor
m• MSRP pricing from the sister site is accurately reflected across product page
s• Channel partner pricing displays correctly in real time on relevant PDP
s• Payment and shipping configurations are operational and aligned with client specification
s• The site achieves “Good” Core Web Vitals scores on both mobile and deskto
p• The client team requires no significant rework or major corrections post-handove
r• Full documentation is delivered covering all integrations, configurations, and maintenanc
eguidanc
e7. Important Notes for Applicant
sThis project requires a developer capable of taking full ownership and delivering independently. The client team will provide direction on nomenclature, branding, and pricing sources but cannot offer day-to-day technical guidance. Candidates must demonstrate prior experience with comparable full-scope Shopify projects and be prepared to present a portfolio or case studies during the selection process
.Proficiency in both Shopify and WordPress is mandatory. While the primary deliverable is a Shopify storefront, the developer must be capable of maintaining and migrating content from the existing WordPress site throughout the transition period
.The real-time channel partner pricing integration is a technically complex requirement. Candidates should come prepared to discuss their proposed approach during the interview including architectural design, compliance considerations, and long-term maintainability
.
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