Overview
The People Plugin is partnering with PixelForce, an award-winning app development agency behind SWEAT and other multi-million dollar success stories based in Adelaide, to find a talented Senior Web Developer with deep expertise in both Shopify and React. In this unique dual-platform role, you'll take complete ownership of Shopify e-commerce projects — from technical consultation through to launch — while also contributing frontend expertise to sophisticated React-based applications as part of cross-functional teams. This position is ideal for a developer who thrives on variety, enjoys a client-facing environment, and is passionate about delivering pixel-perfect, high-performance websites that drive real business results.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Shopify Project Ownership: Lead full-cycle Shopify builds, including scoping, development, and delivery
2. Join client discovery calls and contribute to technical sales conversations
3. Implement custom themes, app integrations, and site optimisation
4. Manage timelines, risks, and stakeholder expectations
5. Deliver pixel-perfect builds that perform and convert
6. React Frontend Development: Build high-quality React components for complex web apps
7. Collaborate with designers, backend engineers, and product managers
8. Follow best practices in responsive design, accessibility, and performance
9. Participate in sprint planning, code reviews, and QA processes
10. Technical SEO & Performance Optimisation: Implement SEO best practices across both platforms
11. Optimise Core Web Vitals and page performance
12. Configure tracking tools (GA, Search Console, etc.) and structured data
13. Ensure code is clean, semantic, and production-ready
* Commercial Impact & Growth: Identify upsell and optimisation opportunities in Shopify projects
* Stay up to date with Shopify releases, React ecosystem updates, and modern tooling
* Mentor junior team members and support agency-wide knowledge sharing
About You: You're a versatile and commercially minded developer who thrives at the intersection of technical craftsmanship and client impact. Whether you're leading a Shopify build from scratch or contributing clean, scalable code to a React-based application, you bring clarity, precision, and a problem-solving mindset to everything you do.
You're comfortable leading client conversations, enjoy collaborating across design and engineering teams, and take real pride in delivering pixel-perfect results. You understand the business outcomes behind technical choices and have a sharp eye for opportunities to improve site performance, SEO, and usability.
With proven agency or fast-paced delivery experience, you're used to juggling timelines, communicating clearly, and producing work you're proud to ship — even when the pressure's on. You're also highly organised, solutions-focused, and have a strong sense of ownership over your work.
Skills & Experience:
* 3+ years advanced Shopify development experience, including end-to-end project ownership from client consultation through to delivery
* Advanced React development capabilities, collaborating on large-scale applications
* Strong understanding of technical SEO and optimisation strategies
* Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to pixel-perfect frontend execution
* Commercial mindset — able to align technical recommendations with business goals
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both client-facing and technical
* Thrives in fast-paced, high-quality delivery environments — ideally agency or product studio
* Experience with performance optimisation tools, cross-device testing, and CMS integrations
* Desirable: experience with headless CMS platforms (e.g. CraftCMS, Contentful, Strapi)
Why Join PixelForce? PixelForce is a South Australian success story that values collaboration, integrity, and innovation. As part of this dynamic team, you'll have the opportunity to work with like-minded professionals, make an impact on clients' businesses, and grow your career in a forward-thinking environment.
How to Apply: Applying is simple. Submit your resume along with a cover letter. We're eager to hear from you and look forward to learning how you can contribute to this exciting new venture. Please contact Xanthe at [emailprotected] for more information.
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* Do you have professional experience with Shopify?
* Do you have professional experience with React?
* Briefly describe a complex web project you've led.
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