Senior Hydrogen/Oxygen Developer - Headless Shopify Website

Senior Hydrogen/Oxygen Developer - Full E-commerce Rebuild Project Company: index365 Position Type: 12 Week Contract (Temp-to-Permanent Opportunity) Work Arrangement: 100% Remote/Virtual Location: Brazil Project Overview We are seeking a Senior Hydrogen/Oxygen Developer to join our team for a comprehensive e-commerce platform rebuild. This is not just a migration—it's a complete modernization from an end-of-life Nuxt 2/Vue Storefront stack to Shopify's cutting-edge Hydrogen framework with Oxygen hosting. Why This Project Matters: Current Nuxt 2/Vue Storefront stack is end-of-life with no support Incompatible with modern Shopify tools and future updates Opportunity to improve conversion rates from 1.3% to 2.5% industry standard Expected 60% improvement in Core Web Vitals and load times This is an exceptional opportunity to work on a high-impact project that will transform a business's digital presence while gaining extensive experience with Shopify's latest technology stack. Project Scope & Technical Objectives Full Stack Modernization Complete Frontend Rebuild: Migrate from Nuxt 2/Vue Storefront to Shopify Hydrogen framework Backend Cleanup: Comprehensive cleanup of metafields, discount scripts, apps, and shipping logic Oxygen Migration: Transition hosting from AWS to Shopify's Oxygen hosting and CDN Performance Optimization: Achieve 60% improvement in load times and Core Web Vitals SEO Enhancement: Implement full SEO control capabilities that current framework limits Advanced Feature Implementation Variant-Based Image Loading: Build dynamic product image display based on variant selection React Server Components: Implement server-side rendering for optimal performance TypeScript Integration: Develop type-safe, maintainable codebase Tailwind CSS: Create responsive, modern UI components Conversion Optimization: Build features targeting 2.5% conversion rate improvement Long-Term Strategic Benefits Future-Proof Architecture: Ensure seamless compatibility with future Shopify updates Reduced Maintenance Overhead: Eliminate legacy code maintenance requirements Faster Feature Development: Enable rapid promotional feature rollouts Enhanced Tool Compatibility: Improve integration capabilities with Shopify ecosystem Cost Optimization: Reduce hosting costs through Oxygen platform Key Responsibilities Development Leadership Sprint Team Collaboration: Work effectively within 3-developer agile sprint team Technical Architecture: Contribute to architectural decisions for scalable, maintainable codebase Code Quality: Maintain high coding standards with TypeScript, testing, and documentation Performance Focus: Optimize every aspect of the build for speed and user experience Feature Implementation: Build complex e-commerce features with attention to conversion optimization Project Execution Timeline Management: Deliver high-quality work within 12-14 week project timeline Client Communication: Participate in project updates and technical discussions Problem Solving: Address complex migration challenges and technical obstacles Quality Assurance: Ensure thorough testing and validation of all functionality Knowledge Sharing: Document processes and provide team knowledge transfer Required Technical Expertise Shopify Hydrogen/Oxygen Mastery 3 Years Hydrogen Experience: Proven track record with Shopify Hydrogen framework development Oxygen Platform Expertise: Deep understanding of Oxygen hosting, deployment, and optimization React Server Components: Advanced experience with React 18 and server-side rendering GraphQL Proficiency: Expert-level Shopify Storefront API and GraphQL optimization Performance Engineering: Demonstrated ability to achieve significant Core Web Vitals improvements Modern Development Stack TypeScript Expert: Advanced TypeScript development for large-scale applications Tailwind CSS: Extensive experience building responsive, modern interfaces Testing Frameworks: Jest, React Testing Library, and e2e testing experience Build Tools: Vite, Webpack, and modern build optimization techniques Version Control: Advanced Git workflows and collaborative development practices E-commerce Specialization Conversion Optimization: Experience building features that improve conversion rates Product Catalog Management: Complex product variants, metafields, and inventory handling Payment Integration: Advanced checkout optimization and payment gateway integration SEO Technical Implementation: Technical SEO for e-commerce and performance optimization Analytics Integration: GA4, tracking pixels, and conversion measurement implementation Preferred Experience Large-Scale Project Leadership Full Rebuild Projects: Previous experience leading complete platform rebuilds or major refactoring Team Collaboration: Experience working in agile sprint teams on complex projects Client Services: Agency or client-facing development experience with regular stakeholder communication Performance Optimization: Track record of achieving significant performance improvements (50% gains) Advanced Technical Skills Migration Expertise: Specific experience migrating from Vue.js/Nuxt to React/Hydrogen Shopify Plus: Deep understanding of Shopify Plus features and enterprise requirements CDN Optimization: Experience with edge computing and CDN performance optimization Security Best Practices: Understanding of e-commerce security requirements and implementation Language & Communication Requirements English Proficiency - Critical Requirement Advanced Business English: Must demonstrate exceptional written and verbal English communication Technical Documentation: Ability to create comprehensive technical documentation and specifications Client Presentation: Comfortable presenting technical solutions and progress updates to stakeholders Team Communication: Clear communication within international development team environment Problem Articulation: Ability to explain complex technical challenges and solutions effectively Project Structure & Compensation Team & Timeline Details Project Duration: 12-14 calendar weeks Team Composition: 3-developer sprint team with defined roles and responsibilities Sprint Methodology: 2-week sprints with regular standups, reviews, and retrospectives Compensation Structure Competitive Rate: Hourly rate commensurate with senior-level Hydrogen expertise Work Environment Benefits 100% Remote: Work from anywhere in Brazil with core collaboration hours Modern Toolstack: Access to latest development tools, Shopify Partner resources, and testing environments Professional Growth: Opportunity to become Shopify Hydrogen expert and team lead Project Impact: Direct contribution to significant business transformation and growth index365 Integration: Potential permanent placement with growing digital agency Application Requirements & Next Steps Portfolio Requirements Hydrogen Projects: Minimum 2-3 production Shopify Hydrogen builds with performance metrics Migration Examples: Demonstrate previous experience with major platform migrations Performance Case Studies: Show before/after metrics from optimization projects Code Samples: Provide TypeScript/React code samples demonstrating technical expertise Technical Assessment Process Initial Technical Interview (45 minutes): Deep dive into Hydrogen experience and project approach Practical Coding Assessment: Live coding session with Hydrogen/React challenges Architecture Discussion: Collaborative session planning migration approach and technical decisions Team Fit Interview: Meet with development team and assess collaboration style Project Kickoff: If selected, immediate integration into sprint planning and project initiation Immediate Start Requirements Availability: Must be available to start within 1-2 weeks of selection Full-Time Commitment: Dedicated focus on this project for 12-14 week duration Collaboration Tools: Proficiency with Slack, GitHub, Figma, and project management tools Time Zone Flexibility: Ability to overlap with US EST business hours for key meetings Ready to lead this transformative rebuild project? This is more than just a development role—it's an opportunity to architect a modern e-commerce solution that will drive significant business growth while positioning yourself as a Shopify Hydrogen expert. Apply with: Detailed portfolio showcasing Hydrogen expertise Performance metrics from previous optimization projects Brief technical proposal for approaching this rebuild Availability timeline and rate expectations

Location: brazil, BR

Posted Date: 7/11/2025