Shopify Developer

About This Role

This role involves managing the Shopify platform and leading the automation of e-commerce operations for a rapidly growing jewelry brand. The developer will collaborate across teams, troubleshoot issues, drive workflow improvements, and build systems for better efficiency. It suits someone committed to excellence in building, with a genuine interest in AI, and an instinct to automate manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and customize Shopify themes and templates using Liquid, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other relevant web technologies
• Build and integrate Shopify apps (public and private) to extend the functionality of the online store
• Design, build, and implement automated workflows using Shopify Flow to streamline e-commerce processes including order management, inventory updates, and marketing automation
• Identify inefficiencies across e-commerce operations and build AI-powered solutions to eliminate manual work
• Stay current on AI and automation trends in e-commerce and bring a clear point of view on what to adopt
• Implement and maintain responsive and mobile-first designs to ensure optimal viewing experience across all devices
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand project requirements and translate them into functional and visually appealing website features and automated workflows
• Optimize website performance for speed, scalability, and SEO best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve website issues, bugs, and errors in a timely manner
• Build and maintain integrations between Shopify and third-party platforms, with a focus on reducing manual touchpoints
• Conduct thorough testing of website changes and automated workflows to ensure quality and functionality
• Document all automation workflows and development processes clearly so the team can understand, use, and maintain what is built

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Shopify Developer or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing Shopify development work and Shopify Flow implementations
• Solid understanding of Shopify's architecture, Liquid templating language, and theme development best practices
• Experience with Shopify APIs (Storefront, Admin)
• Strong understanding of Shopify Flow with hands-on experience building and managing automated workflows
• AI-native in how you work, actively using AI tools to improve output and embed automation into the systems you build
• Understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development
• Knowledge of website performance optimization techniques
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to spot opportunities for automation
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Able to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Sharp eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Genuine resonance with Ask & Embla, with a clear understanding of the aesthetic, values, and the community served

Nice to have:

• Experience developing custom Shopify apps
• Experience with automation within Lark Suite
• Experience with e-commerce analytics tools such as Google Analytics

Benefits

• Work from home
• Health insurance
• Paid time-off
• Employee discounts
• Professional development opportunities

Important Details

• Expected hours: 40 per week
• Schedule: Day shift

About the Company

Ask & Embla is a rapidly growing jewelry brand born from alternative subcultures shaped by punk, goth, and music movements. Based in Singapore, it has a collective following of more than 850,000 across its social media channels. Its growth continues with the launch of Ambi, a piercing-focused jewelry brand, which carries the same spirit of self-expression. The company ships internationally to a diverse customer base and is one of the leading brands worldwide in the alternative jewelry space. Ask & Embla and Ambi are led by an ex-Googler and ex-Amazonian, supported by dozens of team members across multiple countries, and are building the foundation to expand into several business verticals beyond e-commerce, while continuing to fulfil thousands of orders each month.