Shopify Stores That Actually Convert
Most Shopify stores look the same and sell the same way. Ours don't. Our Shopify developers build custom Liquid themes, extend Shopify Plus with checkout extensibility, and create headless storefronts on Hydrogen and Oxygen that load in under a second. They know the Shopify APIs inside out — products, orders, fulfillment, and metafields. Whether you are launching a DTC brand or migrating a B2B wholesale operation to Shopify Plus, our developers ship stores that turn browsers into buyers.
Why Hire Dedicated Shopify Developers?
Shopify is simple until it isn't. The moment you need custom checkout logic, a headless storefront, or an app that talks to your ERP, you need a developer who knows the platform at the code level — not just the theme editor. Here is what a dedicated Shopify developer changes for your business:
- Custom Liquid theme development that matches your brand exactly — no more forcing your design into a generic Dawn template with CSS overrides that break on every Shopify update
- Shopify Plus customization including checkout extensibility, B2B wholesale channels, Shopify Scripts for automatic pricing rules, and multi-currency storefronts that actually work for international buyers
- Headless commerce with Hydrogen and Oxygen that gives you full control over the frontend while keeping Shopify's checkout and payment infrastructure — page loads drop from 3 seconds to under 1
- Custom Shopify app development using the Shopify API (Admin, Storefront, and Functions) to connect your store to warehouse systems, subscription platforms, and marketing tools without relying on third-party apps that charge monthly fees
What Our Shopify Developers Build
From Liquid themes to headless storefronts, our developers cover the full Shopify stack.
Custom Liquid Theme Development
Themes built from scratch or heavily customized from Dawn. Clean Liquid code with JSON templates, section schemas, and app blocks. Your content team gets flexible page-building without touching code. No bloated third-party theme frameworks.
Shopify Plus Customization
Checkout extensibility with Checkout UI Extensions, Shopify Scripts for automatic discounts and tiered pricing, B2B wholesale channels with company-specific catalogs, and multi-location inventory management. Features exclusive to Plus, built by developers who have shipped 20+ Plus stores.
Headless Shopify with Hydrogen
Hydrogen and Oxygen storefronts that give you a React-based frontend with Shopify handling the commerce backend. Sub-second page loads, full design freedom, and server-side rendering. Best for brands where page speed and unique UX are competitive advantages.
Custom Shopify App Development
Private and public Shopify apps using Node.js, the Shopify CLI, and Polaris components. We build apps for custom product configurators, loyalty programs, subscription management, and ERP/WMS integrations. Apps that replace $200/month SaaS tools with something built exactly for your workflow.
Checkout Customization & Payment Flows
Custom checkout experiences using Shopify Functions and Checkout Extensions. We build one-page checkouts, post-purchase upsells, custom payment method filtering, and address validation. Every removed friction point in checkout lifts conversion by 2-5%.
Performance Tuning & Store Speed
Lazy-loaded images, deferred JavaScript, preloaded critical assets, and trimmed Liquid render times. We audit your theme's waterfall, kill render-blocking resources, and get your Core Web Vitals into the green. Fast stores rank higher on Google and convert better — every 100ms of load time costs you 1% of revenue.
Projects Built for Shopify
These are the businesses and use cases where a dedicated Shopify developer makes the biggest difference.
Direct-to-Consumer Brand Launches
DTC brands need a store that loads fast, looks unique, and converts cold traffic from paid ads. Our developers build custom themes with story-driven product pages, quick-add drawers, and conversion-focused cart experiences. We have launched 30+ DTC brands on Shopify — from skincare to specialty food — with average conversion rates 40% above the Shopify benchmark.
B2B Wholesale on Shopify Plus
Shopify Plus B2B channels let manufacturers and distributors sell wholesale through a dedicated storefront with company-specific pricing, payment terms, and catalog visibility. Our developers set up B2B catalogs with net-30/60 terms, quantity-based pricing rules, and quick order forms. Wholesale buyers get a self-service portal instead of calling your sales team for every reorder.
Shopify Plus Migrations
Moving from Magento, WooCommerce, or BigCommerce to Shopify Plus is a major undertaking. Our developers handle data migration (products, customers, orders, reviews), URL redirect mapping for SEO, custom theme builds, and app integrations. We run parallel environments during cutover to ensure zero downtime. Average migration timeline: 8-14 weeks depending on catalog size.
Subscription Commerce & Recurring Revenue
Subscription boxes, replenishment models, and membership programs built on Shopify with tools like Recharge, Loop, or custom subscription apps via the Shopify Subscriptions API. Our developers handle subscribe-and-save discount logic, delivery frequency management, skip/pause/cancel flows, and churn reduction features like win-back offers at the cancellation step.
Hiring Shopify Developers With Us
From understanding your store requirements to a developer pushing code — here is the process.
Store Audit & Requirements Discovery
We review your existing Shopify store (or document requirements for a new build). This covers theme architecture, app stack, checkout flow, conversion data, and performance benchmarks. You get a clear picture of what needs to be built or fixed.
Developer Matching
Based on your project — Liquid theme work, Hydrogen headless build, Shopify Plus customization, or custom app development — we shortlist 2-3 developers with directly relevant Shopify experience. You see their past Shopify stores, not generic portfolios.
Technical Interview & Paid Trial
You interview candidates on Shopify-specific topics. Top candidates do a paid 3-5 day trial building something real for your store — a custom section, a checkout extension, or a performance audit with fixes. You see actual output before committing.
Onboarding & Environment Setup
Your developer sets up Shopify CLI locally, configures theme development with hot reload, establishes Git-based deployment workflows, and documents coding standards. Development happens on a preview theme — never directly on your live store.
Development Sprints & Ongoing Support
Developers work in 1-2 week sprints with demo sessions after each cycle. Code goes through pull request reviews before merging. Monthly support includes Shopify platform updates, app compatibility checks, and conversion rate monitoring.
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Shopify Developer Hiring Models
Pick the model that fits your store's complexity. Scale up for launches and migrations, scale down for ongoing maintenance.
Individual Shopify Developer
One dedicated Shopify developer for theme customization, app integration, or ongoing store improvements. Best for established stores that need consistent development support.
Custom pricing based on your requirements
- 1 dedicated Shopify developer
- 40 hours/week commitment
- Liquid theme development and customization
- Shopify API and app integrations
- Performance audits and speed improvements
- Starting at $2,800/month
Shopify Team (2-3 Developers)
A small Shopify team for store launches, Plus migrations, or headless builds. One senior developer handling architecture and 1-2 developers building features, sections, and apps.
Custom pricing based on your requirements
- 2-3 Shopify developers (senior + mid-level)
- Technical lead for store architecture
- Liquid theme + Hydrogen headless capability
- Custom app development and API work
- Checkout extensibility and Plus features
- Starting at $6,500/month
Full Shopify Department
A complete Shopify team for enterprises or agencies managing multiple stores. Includes developers, a project manager, and QA. Built for Shopify Plus brands with complex requirements.
Custom pricing based on your requirements
- 4-6 Shopify professionals
- Project manager and technical architect
- Multi-store and multi-market management
- Hydrogen headless + Liquid theme coverage
- Custom app suite development and maintenance
- Starting at $14,000/month
Hire Shopify Developers Questions Answered
Quick answers to the questions we hear most often.
Both. About 60% of our Shopify work is on Shopify Plus stores that need checkout extensibility, B2B wholesale channels, Shopify Scripts, and multi-currency support. The other 40% is standard Shopify stores where clients need custom theme work, app integrations, or performance improvements. We match you with a developer based on your specific plan and needs.
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