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Job Description & Job Specification
Senior Web Developer – WordPress & Shopify eCommerce Specialist
Position Senior Web Developer – eCommerce / Shopify & WordPress
Engagement Type Project-Based Contract / Full Time
Experience Required 8–12+ Years in Web Development; 5+ 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)
1. Position Summary
MinoriLabs is 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 Display
• Develop or integrate a solution to scrape and display real-time pricing from the client’s channel partner pages on relevant PDPs, including:
◦ Sam’s Club
◦ BJ’s Wholesale Club
◦ Quill
◦ Webstaurant Store
◦ Additional channel partners as agreed
• This feature requires careful architecture planning; the developer will propose a technically sound, compliant, and maintainable approach in collaboration with the client.
2.5 UX, Performance & Conversion Optimization
• Deliver a visually engaging, responsive storefront providing an exceptional user experience across 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 & Responsibilities
3.1 Discovery & Architecture
• Review the existing WordPress site structure, content, and functionality.
• Propose a clear technical migration and build approach, including the channel partner pricing integration strategy.
• Define and align on scope, milestones, and delivery timeline with the client.
3.2 Design & Front-End Development
• Build or customize a Shopify theme to match intended visual design and brand standards.
• Develop responsive layouts using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and Liquid (Shopify’s templating language).
• Ensure accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA minimum) and cross-browser compatibility.
3.3 Back-End & Integration Development
• 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 scraping solution.
• 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 operational until Shopify go-live.
• Extract and migrate content accurately from WordPress to the new Shopify environment.
3.5 Testing & QA
• Conduct comprehensive testing across features, functionality, user flows, payment processing, 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 & Handover
• 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 Qualifications
4.1 Experience
• 8–12+ years of professional web development experience, preferably in an agency or product company setting.
• 5+ years of hands-on Shopify development including theme customization, Liquid templating, and Shopify APIs.
• 5+ years of WordPress development including custom themes, plugins, and WooCommerce.
• Proven track record of end-to-end eCommerce project delivery — from scoping through launch.
• Experience working independently with senior stakeholders under limited day-to-day oversight.
4.2 Technical Skills – Must-Have
• Shopify: Theme development (Liquid, Sections, Blocks), Shopify CLI, Storefront API, Admin API
• WordPress: Theme & plugin development, WooCommerce, REST API, custom post types
• Front-End: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), jQuery, Bootstrap / Tailwind CSS
• Back-End: PHP, MySQL
• APIs & Integrations: REST APIs, webhooks, third-party app integration
• Performance Optimization: Core Web Vitals, lazy loading, image optimization, CDN configuration
• SEO: On-page optimization, structured data, URL management, redirect handling during migration
• Security: SSL/TLS, HTTPS, input validation, platform security best practices
• Version Control: Git (GitHub / GitLab / Bitbucket)
• Hosting & Infrastructure: Domain management, DNS, server/hosting environment configuration
4.3 Technical Skills – Nice-to-Have
• Web scraping technologies (Python, Puppeteer, Playwright, or similar) for channel partner pricing integration
• Shopify Plus experience (Scripts, Flow, B2B, checkout customization)
• Experience with Magento, WooCommerce, or other eCommerce platforms
• Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager, and conversion tracking setup
• Headless commerce concepts or Shopify Hydrogen experience
4.4 Soft Skills & Work Style
• Highly self-directed: able to deliver a launch-ready site with minimal guidance from the client team.
• 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 genuinely required.
• 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. The selected developer will be given preferential consideration for continuity:
• Product catalog expansion with new SKUs, categories, and collections
• Content enhancements: copy updates, imagery refresh, and multimedia additions
• Additional channel integrations and marketplace connectivity
• Advanced analytics and conversion rate optimization (CRO) initiatives
• Potential internationalization and multi-currency support
6. Success Criteria
The engagement will be considered successful when the following outcomes are met:
• A fully functional Shopify storefront is live, replacing the existing WordPress site
• All existing content has been migrated and displays correctly on the new platform
• MSRP pricing from the sister site is accurately reflected across product pages
• Channel partner pricing displays correctly in real time on relevant PDPs
• Payment and shipping configurations are operational and aligned with client specifications
• The site achieves “Good” Core Web Vitals scores on both mobile and desktop
• The client team requires no significant rework or major corrections post-handover
• Full documentation is delivered covering all integrations, configurations, and maintenance guidance
7. Important Notes for Applicants
This 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.
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