Revalidate Tag Engineer

YC Unicorm is a leading tech company on the frontier of [short company mission or domain, e.g., "elevating e-commerce solutions" or "bridging the online retail experience"]. We are on the hunt for a diligent Platform Engineer with specialized knowledge in Shopify to fortify our talented team and elevate our robust, innovative e-commerce platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design, build, and maintain scalable integrations with the Shopify platform to meet business needs.
2. Work alongside product and design teams to execute implementations, ensuring that the platform seamlessly integrates with other services and provides an unparalleled user experience.
3. Lead the optimization and customization of Shopify themes and intricate Liquid templates.
4. Drive API integrations between Shopify and third-party applications.
5. Champion best practices in Shopify application development and deployment.
6. Provide technical mentorship to the team, especially in Shopify and related e-commerce technologies.
7. Keep abreast of the latest advancements in Shopify and e-commerce technology, ensuring our platforms leverage the best and latest features.
8. Ensure platform stability, performance, and security.
9. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape and execute the platform vision.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
2. [X years] of professional experience in platform or backend development.
3. Proven expertise with Shopify, including its API, Liquid templating language, and Storefront API.
4. Familiarity with Ruby on Rails, GraphQL, and related backend technologies.
5. Experience with e-commerce data modeling, including products, customers, and orders.
6. Strong grasp of web performance optimization techniques, especially in the context of e-commerce platforms.
7. Proficiency with modern development tools (e.g., Git, Docker, CI/CD pipelines).
8. Robust problem-solving capabilities with a meticulous eye for detail.

Nice to Have:

1. Experience with Shopify Plus.
2. Familiarity with other e-commerce platforms like Magento, WooCommerce, or BigCommerce.
3. Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
4. Certifications or recognized contributions to the Shopify developer community.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and equity options.
• Flexibility in working hours and the option for remote work.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• [Other benefits...]

Eager candidates are invited to forward their updated CV, a compelling cover letter, and any pertinent portfolios or repositories. Join [Company Name] and be a part of revolutionizing the [domain, e.g., "online retail"] experience!