Web Developer

Job Title: Web Developer (Webflow & Shopify)

Company: Forge Werks | Place

Employment Type: Contractor / Contractor to Full Time

We are seeking a talented and versatile Web Developer with specialized expertise in Webflow and Shopify to join our creative team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end development of high-performance, visually stunning websites and e-commerce platforms. You will bridge the gap between creative design and technical implementation, ensuring every digital experience we build is seamless, responsive, and optimized for growth.

• Development & Maintenance:
  Design, build, and maintain responsive websites and e-commerce experiences using Webflow and Shopify, ensuring strict alignment with brand guidelines and project requirements
• Design Implementation:
  Accurately translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into high-fidelity, functional web pages
• Customization:
  Implement and customize themes, templates, and CMS structures to meet unique client needs
• Optimization:
  Maximize site performance, page load speeds, and ensure flawless cross-browser and cross-device compatibility
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Partner with designers, content creators, and marketing teams to integrate visual assets, dynamic content, and interactive features
• Technical Support:
  Troubleshoot complex technical issues, manage bug fixes, and deploy regular updates
• Integrations:
  Manage and configure third-party integrations, including marketing automation, ERPs, and analytics tools
• Performance Tracking:
  Set up and track website performance metrics to provide data-driven insights
• Standards Advocacy:
  Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal web standards, documentation, and development best practices

• Front-End Development:
  Mastery of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, with a deep understanding of responsive design principles
• Back-End Fundamentals:
  Experience with APIs, server-side logic, and basic database interactions to support complex integrations
• Platform Specialization:
  Proven experience in building, customizing, and scaling platforms within Webflow and Shopify
• E-commerce Proficiency:
  Strong knowledge of e-commerce functionality, including product catalogs, cart logic, checkout flows, and payment gateway configurations

• Clean Code Practices:
  Commitment to writing clean, maintainable code with experience in version control (Git) and debugging
• Design Sensibility:
  Solid grasp of web design principles, including layout, typography, accessibility standards, and user experience (UX)
• Problem Solving:
  Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to find creative solutions to technical constraints
• Teamwork:
  Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary creative environment

• A degree or formal training in Computer Science, Web Development, Graphic Design, or a related field is preferred
• Equivalent practical experience and a strong portfolio of live Webflow and Shopify projects will be highly considered