Senior Shopify Backend Developer

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Shopify Backend Developer in Brazil.

This role is focused on building and scaling high-performance Shopify-based eCommerce platforms that power complex, high-traffic digital retail experiences. You will play a key part in designing robust backend systems, developing custom Shopify applications, and integrating enterprise-grade tools that support end-to-end commerce operations. Working in a distributed, international environment, you will collaborate closely with product, UX, frontend, and DevOps teams to deliver seamless and scalable solutions. The position requires strong technical ownership, with a focus on performance, reliability, and secure transactions at scale. You will contribute directly to the evolution of modern commerce architectures, including headless and composable ecosystems. This is a high-impact role where engineering quality directly influences conversion, customer experience, and business growth.

You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable backend systems and Shopify solutions that support enterprise-level eCommerce operations.

• Develop and maintain custom Shopify applications, backend services, and APIs supporting complex commerce workflows.
• Implement and extend Shopify Plus capabilities, including checkout customization, order management, and admin functionality.
• Build and manage integrations with ERP, CRM, CDP, marketing tools, payment systems, and logistics platforms.
• Design and implement scalable backend architectures using Node.js, Ruby, or similar technologies.
• Optimize system performance, reliability, and scalability for high-volume transactional environments.
• Ensure compliance with security standards, data protection requirements, and PCI regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend engineers, product managers, QA, and DevOps.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural decisions, and technical documentation.
• Support production deployments, troubleshooting, and continuous system improvements.

Requirements:
This role requires extensive backend engineering experience with strong expertise in Shopify ecosystems and enterprise integrations.

• 10+ years of experience in backend or full-stack development.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience with Shopify or Shopify Plus backend development.
• Strong expertise with Shopify APIs (Admin, Storefront, GraphQL, REST).
• Proven experience building custom Shopify apps (public and private).
• Solid knowledge of webhooks, event-driven architectures, and scalable backend systems.
• Experience integrating enterprise systems such as ERP (SAP, NetSuite), CRM, CDP, and marketing platforms.
• Strong understanding of API design, database modeling, and integration patterns.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based development workflows.
• Ability to work aligned with US time zones and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in distributed, cross-functional teams.

Benefits:

• Long-term full-time contract (40 hours/week)
• 100% remote work from anywhere in LATAM
• Collaboration with international distributed teams
• Opportunity to work on high-scale, enterprise-level eCommerce platforms
• Exposure to modern commerce architectures (headless, composable commerce)
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience
• Long-term stability and continuous project involvement
• Professional growth in complex backend and Shopify ecosystems