E-commerce Developer | Perm | UK Remote | Up to £90,000 + bonus
Peaple Talent have partnered exclusively with a brilliant client seeking to recruit an experienced Backend Developer to enhance and expand their direct-to-consumer digital commerce infrastructure.
In this position, you’ll be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing integrations that Connect Shopify, MS Dynamics and supporting platforms like Akeneo.
The perfect candidate will possess a strong grasp of eCommerce system design and architecture, enjoy tackling complex data synchronization and API integration challenges, and take pride in building backend solutions that keep their digital operations running flawlessly and their customers satisfied.
Key Responsibilities:
* Architect, develop, and sustain backend connections linking Shopify, MS Dynamics 365, Akeneo, and related commerce technologies.
* Build and maintain secure, high-performance APIs and automated data workflows.
* Continuously monitor data integrity, investigate synchronization issues, and fine-tune integration performance for maximum reliability.
* Oversee and enhance Shopify Plus backend operations, including custom app development, webhooks, middleware integrations, and API- based extensions tied to ERP processes.
* Collaborate closely with frontend and UX teams to guarantee accurate and efficient data transfer that power storefronts, checkouts, personalization, and overall user experience.
* Apply industry best practices to maintain scalability, stability, and uptime of all backend systems.
* Work with stakeholders across business and technology to define efficient, scalable data structures linking eCommerce, ERP, and PIM ecosystems.
* Play a key role in platform migration and system upgrade initiatives, including Shopify re-platforming or ERP modernization efforts.
* Partner with eCommerce, Operations, and IT teams to convert functional requirements into practical, scalable technical solutions.
Key Experience Required:
* Proven experience in backend or integration development within a digital commerce or online retail environment, ideally supporting larger-scale transactional systems.
* Deep familiarity with Shopify Plus and its ecosystem, including REST and GraphQL APIs, webhooks, and custom integration development.
* Strong programming skills in at least one server-side language such as Node.JS, Python, C#, or PHP, with an emphasis on writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
* Proven background in building and maintaining API-driven connections between eCommerce platforms and ERP systems.
* Solid understanding of data exchange formats and integration protocols (e.g. JSON, XML, EDI) and how to leverage them for smooth data communication.
* Working knowledge of database schema design, data transformation (ETL), and synchronization workflows that ensure accuracy and consistency across systems.
* Proficiency with Git-based version control and continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD) tools for code testing, review, and release automation.
* Experience supporting multi-region eCommerce environments, including systems that handle localized content, currencies, and business logic tailored to different global markets.
If you are interested in this position, please apply on LinkedIn with an up to date copy of your CV.