The Shopify Architect/Lead Developer at Rightpoint will lead the architecture and development of modern, high-performance headless commerce experiences using Shopify Hydrogen. This role combines hands-on technical leadership, frontend architecture, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver scalable, conversion-focused storefronts while mentoring developers and partnering with product, design, and backend teams.
What You'll Do
- Lead the architecture and implementation of Shopify Hydrogen storefronts
- Define frontend standards, patterns, and best practices for headless Shopify
- Make architectural decisions around performance, scalability, and maintainability
- Review code and mentor developers through PRs, pairing, and technical guidance
- Lead sprint planning and execution: scope work, estimate effort, and ensure on-time delivery
- Build and maintain Hydrogen storefronts using React, TypeScript, and Vite
- Implement Shopify Storefront API and Admin API integrations
- Implement Shopify Storefront API integrations in Hydrogen and partner with backend/middleware services that integrate with the Shopify Admin API and webhooks
- Design, build, and deploy custom Shopify Functions (discounts, cart/checkout validations, delivery customization), including local testing and rollout strategies
- Develop custom components, routes, and server-side logic
- Optimize storefront performance (LCP, CLS, TTFB, caching, streaming SSR)
- Integrate third-party services (CMS, search, analytics, personalization, payments)
- Partner with UX/UI designers to translate designs into performant UI
- Work with backend, marketing, and product teams on roadmap planning
- Provide technical input during discovery and estimation phases
- Support releases, QA, and production troubleshooting
- Work directly with client stakeholders
- Work very closely with the offshore team in India
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of professional frontend or full-stack development experience
- 2+ years of Shopify development experience
- Hands-on experience with Shopify Hydrogen in production
- Strong understanding of headless commerce architectures
- Experience with Shopify Storefront API, metafields, and custom data models
- Secure Admin API + webhook integrations via backend/middleware services
- Expert knowledge of React and TypeScript
- Strong experience with SSR, streaming, and modern web performance
- Familiarity with Oxygen runtime and edge deployment concepts
- Solid understanding of GraphQL
- Experience with modern tooling (Vite, ESLint, Prettier, CI/CD)
- Experience leading or mentoring other developers
- Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Strong ownership mindset and attention to detail
Nice to Have
- Experience migrating Liquid themes to Hydrogen
- Knowledge of Shopify Plus features and workflows
- Experience with CMS integrations (Sanity, Contentful, Builder.io, etc.)
- Familiarity with analytics and experimentation tools
- Prior eCommerce performance optimization at scale
Technical Stack
Shopify Hydrogen, React, TypeScript, Vite, Shopify Storefront API, Shopify Admin API, Webhooks, Shopify Functions, GraphQL, Oxygen runtime, Edge deployment, CMS (Sanity, Contentful, Builder.io), Analytics tools, Personalization tools, Payment gateways, ESLint, Prettier, CI/CD
Team & Environment
Cross-functional team including product, design, backend, marketing, and offshore development team in India
Benefits & Compensation
- Flexible PTO – take time off as needed
- Hybrid work environment: option to work in a casual office or remotely
- Great insurance coverage with multiple options
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401K with Company Matching
- Monthly Work from Home Stipend
- Continuous Training, Certifications, and Learning Opportunities
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG): Parents, Pride, POC, Womxn, enABLE
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Total compensation package includes benefits and may vary based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Base salary range is $100,000 to $165,000 annually.
Work Mode
Hybrid with remote option; expectation to align with EST hours if not in EST/CST. Remote candidates must work EST hours. Locations include EST and CST time zones.
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