Shopify Frontend Developer (Contract)

About Monumental

Monumental is a technical & design studio specializing in Shopify unified commerce. We collaborate with innovative brands to deliver user-centered, conversion-focused digital solutions.

We're part of an exclusive Shopify Plus program, partnering directly with Shopify Account Executives to help merchants migrate to Shopify Plus, B2B, and Retail solutions.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Shopify frontend developer to join our roster of talent for project-based development work across our e-commerce clients. As consumer expectations for online shopping experiences continue to rise, our clients—ranging from emerging DTC brands to established retailers—need specialized Shopify expertise that balances pixel-perfect implementation with performance, accessibility, and conversion-focused UX. You'll partner with our internal team to translate approved designs into polished, interactive Online Store 2.0 experiences using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

This independent contractor opportunity offers the flexibility to work on diverse Shopify builds and optimizations while maintaining your own schedule and client base.

What We're Looking For

Experience Level: 1–2+ years of hands-on Shopify theme development experience

Core Requirements:

• Proven track record in building and customizing Shopify themes with real, client-facing results

• Strong command of HTML, CSS, Liquid, and JavaScript best practices — including responsive techniques, accessibility standards, and performance considerations

• You use AI development tools like Claude Code or Cursor to enhance your workflow — but you know when to lean on them and when not to (You're not looking for a shortcut; you're looking for leverage)

• Proficiency in modern CSS — Grid, Flexbox, custom properties, and cascade management

• Solid understanding of Shopify's Online Store 2.0 architecture: sections, blocks, schema, metaobjects, and theme settings

• Comfortable working from Figma files as part of design handoff

• Experience with modern build tools (Vite, Parcel, or similar)

• Knowledgeable in site performance, SEO, and accessibility best practices

• Able to test and resolve cross-browser compatibility issues

Technical Knowledge:

• Deep familiarity with Shopify's platform constraints and how to work creatively within them

• Experience with GitHub — branching, pull requests, and collaborative code workflows

• Understanding of e-commerce UX patterns: PDPs, collection pages, cart, checkout flows

• Comfortable extending and contributing to shared component libraries

• Experience working on a fully distributed, async-first team

Nice-to-haves:

Experience with any of the following: Web Components, React, Vue, Next.js, Hydrogen/Remix, Node.js, Tailwind, Shopify Polaris, Netlify/Serverless Functions, Mechanic, Pipedream, or Airtable.

Primary Responsibilities

• Use HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Liquid to build Shopify web elements that match client-approved designs and functionality

• Work within Shopify's Online Store 2.0 architecture — sections, blocks, metaobjects, and theme settings

• Fix, optimize, and maintain code across our portfolio of client sites

• Communicate blockers, progress, and task status proactively

• Debug your own and teammates' code; suggest alternate approaches when needed

• Use GitHub to create branches, push changes, and manage pull requests

• Collaborate with the Design team to guide interactivity in the final product

• Extend and refine components in our shared component library

• Contribute to conversations with Design and Strategy around development approach and feasibility

• Create screen share videos to document decisions and direction for others

• Follow, extend, and refine internal Standard Operating Procedures

• Document key processes and tools to help scale our methodology

Collaboration & Tools

Necessary Tools:

• Cursor/VSCode/Equivalent

• Claude Code / Cursor (AI-assisted development)

We will provide:

• Shopify Admin & Shopify CLI (access provided per project)

• GitHub (access provided per project)

• Figma (access provided per project)

• ClickUp for project tracking (access provided)

• Slack for team updates (access provided)

• Google Workspace for project communication (access provided)

Your Setup:

• A reliable computer and internet connection is required

• A quiet workspace for video calls when needed is required

• Ability to work during overlapping business hours for collaboration (general overlap with 9 AM ET–5 PM PT)

Compensation & Working Arrangement

Rate Structure:

• $65–$75/hour for mid-level developers (1–3 years Shopify experience)

• $75–$85/hour for senior developers (3+ years, strong independent track record)

• Rates determined by experience, depth of Shopify expertise, and portfolio quality

Flexible Arrangements:

• Project-based milestones

• Monthly retainer options for ongoing clients

• Hybrid billing for mixed project types

Contract Details:

• Independent contractor relationship (1099)

• Project-based work with flexible scheduling

• You maintain control over how, when, and where work is completed

• You provide your own equipment and work environment

• You handle your own taxes, insurance, and business expenses

• No employee benefits or traditional employment relationship

• Work may be intermittent based on project availability

Next Steps

Please submit your application below. For this role, please be sure to include:

• Portfolio or GitHub profile showcasing 3–5 recent Shopify projects

• Brief cover letter explaining your development approach and what draws you to Shopify work specifically

• Availability and preferred working arrangement

• 2–3 client or colleague references

We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within one week. Strong candidates will be invited for a technical conversation followed by a paid test project.