Experienced Shopify Website Developer

About the Job
KittySpout is looking for a Part-Time Website Developer to join our team! As our website development lead, you will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing our Shopify store website with a focus on user experience and conversion optimization. This role is structured for 20-25 hours per week.

Who are we?
At KittySpout, we are transforming cats and their parents' lives by developing products designed with the help of expert veterinarians to create products that make taking care of cats easier while also helping improve the health and happiness of cats around the world. We've scaled quickly to become an 8-figure brand in just 3 years through viral digital marketing. KittySpout has helped over 220,000+ cat owners in just 3 years since launching with a small (but mighty) core team of under 10 people and we are looking to continue our growth by finding a great web developer to help play a pivotal role in helping us scale!

What is our culture like & who is a good fit?
Culture-fit is our #1 factor when hiring! We have a genuine will-to-win. No work is beneath us if it moves us towards our goals. We utilize creativity to do more with less - and quickly. We use data to make decisions and live by the following four core values: "work smart", "overdeliver", "speed is king" and "better everyday". We love learning - every problem is an opportunity to grow. If you want a stress-free corporate 9-5 job, this isn't it.

If you want to challenge yourself and shape a fast-growing company, work directly with the founders- and play a huge role in scaling it to $30m+. Drive results with a group of passionate, smart & hardworking fun people. Work in an environment without politics, or corporate chicanery. Play a big part in our growth being hands on, active, and doing what is necessary with an excellent bonus plan based on performance then you have come to the right place.

Key Objectives:
Manage and maintain our Shopify store website to ensure optimal performance and user experience
Execute website updates, improvements, and bug fixes promptly and efficiently
Lead technical implementation of promotional campaigns and sales events
Drive measurable improvements in website conversion rates and performance metrics
Work with our marketing team to implement new features and optimize existing ones
Use data analytics to make informed decisions about website improvements
Ensure website security and maintain regular backups
Optimize site speed and mobile responsiveness

Requirements:
Fully remote
Fluent in English
Shopify Expertise: 2+ Years Experience with Shopify development and customization
Technical Skills: Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Liquid templating language
Tools & Metrics: Experience with version control systems, performance monitoring tools, and analytics platforms
E-commerce Experience: Strong background in e-commerce optimization and conversion rate improvement
Creative & Analytical Mindset: Ability to balance technical requirements with user experience and business needs
Available during core business hours (to be defined) and occasionally for critical updates
Excellent cultural fit as per our values above
Are excited to play a big role in scaling the company and work closely with the founders

Accountabilities:
Maintain and optimize website performance during agreed working hours
Implement 4-5 new features or improvements per month together with the marketing team
Execute promotional campaign updates on schedule
Analyze performance metrics for actionable insights for improvements
Collaborate with marketing team to implement new features and campaigns
Adapt website strategy based on user behavior data and emerging e-commerce trends
Present performance analyses and technical recommendations to the team
Continuously refine and troubleshoot website functionality to achieve maximum conversion rates
Iterate on successful features to create more optimized experiences

Working Structure:
Primary point of contact for all website-related matters
Regular reporting on KPIs and OKRs
Collaboration with marketing and operations teams
Emergency support for critical issues
Scheduled maintenance windows for major updates

Tools and Technologies:
Shopify Admin and Shopify Plus
Theme development tools
Version control systems
Performance monitoring tools
Analytics platforms

How Our Hiring Works & How We Operate:
When hiring, we'll work with you to define the KPIs you'll be responsible for and set targets. This removes ambiguity around wondering if you're doing a good job after you start.

Initial soft interview, then a technical interview + test project with the current head of marketing, and a final interview to ensure culture fit. We plan to hire within ~8 - 10 days of conducting these interviews. We pride ourselves on timely responses and updates for applicants. If you have read this far, please make sure to put the word "KITTY" in your application or else we won't take it into account.

For this specific role, we will walk you through the long-term vision and opportunities that have us excited about this business - and how you fit in. We will show you our current structure and where we are headed!

Salary Expectation:
USD $24,000 USD to $42,000 USD per year based on experience and expertise. This is a part-time position (around 25 hours per week). With opportunity to become full-time.