ilovecreatives Job Directory: Shopify Developer
ilovecreatives Job Directory: Shopify Developer
Your field guide to jumpstart a career in Shopify Development.
Shopify developers are the technical architects behind e-commerce stores that sell. Whether creating custom themes, building apps, or optimizing performance, they’re the glue between brands and their online customers.
If you’re considering pivoting into Shopify development or adding Shopify to your toolkit, the good news is that there’s no perfect starting point. You might be coming from web design, learning to code, or starting fresh—whatever your path, we’re here to simplify your research 🛠️.
We go deep into the nitty-gritty of Shopify development in our dedicated course, but this guide will give you a big-picture rundown to get you started:
Salary projections, freelance rates 💸, and what to expect
What sets apart a good Shopify developer from a great, sought-after Shopify expert
Essential skills to land your first client or job
What a day-in-the-life of a Shopify developer looks like
Transparent advice from developers who’ve seen it all 👀
Why We
Made This
A Note from ilovecreatives
Interested in Shopify development, but don’t know anyone working in the field? Need reassurance that freelancing as a developer is both sustainable and lucrative (spoiler: it is)? Orrr maybe you’re drawn to e-commerce projects but feel stuck in your current job (hate that!).
If you’re struggling to imagine how to transition from 📍where you are now to 📍thriving as a Shopify developer, this guide is for you. Career shifts take time, and we wanted to create a practical resource to help you chart your path.
For this Shopify Developer Job Directory, we spoke with real professionals who’ve been in your shoes. Their stories and insights will inspire you to envision your own trajectory—whether it’s freelancing, working in-house, or launching your own agency. By the end, we hope you’re ready to make your next move 🚀.
Who is this product for?
Curious about a career in Shopify development? Spend an afternoon with this Job Directory—it’s like having four coffee chats in one sitting ☕️.
We’ll get into
What’s inside?
🎙 Real conversations with Shopify professionals—from freelancers to studio owners, and those who are killin’ it while doing other stuff
We chat it up with Shopify devs who spill the tea 🍵 on career paths and industry insights. Some of them create custom themes and some are running a full-fledged design and development studio. They are here to give you a snapshot of what it’s like to work in Shopify today.
Megumi Tanaka, Designer & Developer at Megumi.co. + Teacher of the ilovecreatives Shopify Course
Rafael Lumang, Freelance Shopify Developer + Video Creator
Amber Asay, CEO & Creative Director of Nice People
Elena Tsangaris, Web Developer + Founder of Elena Studio
🔎 Comprehensive overview of the Shopify development landscape
Dive into potential specializations, salary ranges, freelance rates, career paths, essential skills, and strategies for growing your career 🌱.
💖 Actionable advice for transitioning into Shopify development
Learn how to break into the field, build your portfolio, and navigate common challenges like imposter syndrome and staying up-to-date in an ever-changing tech environment.
