Shopify Architect

NTT DATA

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Business Processes, Business Services, CRM Integration, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Consulting, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), DevOps, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Ecosystems, Enterprise Architecture, Information Technology & Information Systems, International Business, Internet Technology, Leadership, Magento, Mentoring, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, Node.js, Oracle, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Pre-Sales, Problem Solving Skills, Proposal Writing, Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM), React.js, Requirements Management, Research & Development (R&D), SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Salesforce.com, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Software Development, Startup, System Integration (SI), Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Trend Analysis, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), eCommerce
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
10 days ago

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Shopify Architect to join our team in Dallas, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Job Description:
Job Title: Shopify Architect

Experience
11+ Years of Total IT Experience (6+ Years in Shopify Ecosystem)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Shopify Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-scale eCommerce solutions on the Shopify platform. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Shopify Plus, Headless Commerce, Hydrogen, Liquid, and modern web technologies, along with a strong architectural mindset to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing digital commerce experiences.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end architecture and solution design for complex Shopify and Shopify Plus implementations.
  • Define scalable, secure, maintainable, and high-performance architecture for enterprise eCommerce platforms.
  • Design and implement Headless Commerce solutions using Shopify Hydrogen, React, and Storefront APIs.
  • Architect, develop, and oversee custom Shopify themes and applications using Liquid, React.js, Node.js, and modern frontend frameworks.
  • Drive integration architecture between Shopify and enterprise systems such as ERP, CRM, OMS, PIM, Payment Gateways, Tax Engines, and Shipping Providers.
  • Lead platform migration initiatives from Magento, WooCommerce, Salesforce Commerce Cloud, BigCommerce, or custom-built platforms to Shopify.
  • Establish and enforce best practices for performance optimization, SEO, accessibility, security, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Conduct architecture reviews, code reviews, and technical assessments to ensure solution quality.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, UX teams, and development teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to Shopify developers, frontend engineers, and technical teams.
  • Participate in effort estimation, solution proposal creation, technical documentation, and pre-sales discussions.
  • Work closely with DevOps teams to establish CI/CD pipelines, deployment strategies, monitoring, and infrastructure best practices.
  • Stay current with Shopify platform enhancements, Hydrogen advancements, emerging eCommerce trends, and industry best practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Experience
  • 11+ years of overall IT experience.
  • Minimum 6+ years of hands-on experience in Shopify and Shopify Plus development and architecture.
  • Proven experience delivering large-scale enterprise eCommerce solutions.
Technical Expertise
Shopify Technologies
Shopify Plus
Shopify Liquid Templating Language
Shopify Hydrogen Framework
Shopify Storefront API
Shopify Admin API
Shopify Functions
Shopify CLI
Shopify App Development
Shopify Theme Development & Customization
Frontend Technologies
React.js
JavaScript (ES6+)
TypeScript
HTML5
CSS3 / SCSS
Tailwind CSS
Next.js (Preferred)
Backend Technologies
Node.js
REST APIs
GraphQL
Microservices Architecture
Headless Commerce
Hydrogen
Oxygen
Storefront API
Jamstack Architecture
CDN and Edge Delivery Concepts
Integration Experience
ERP Integration (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite)
CRM Integration (Salesforce, HubSpot)
OMS/PIM Platforms
Payment Gateways (Stripe, Adyen, PayPal, Authorize.net)
Shipping & Fulfillment Providers
DevOps & Cloud
CI/CD Pipelines
GitHub Actions / GitLab CI / Jenkins
Docker
AWS, Azure, or GCP
Monitoring and Logging Tools

Preferred Qualifications
Shopify Plus Certification(s).
Experience with Shopify Hydrogen/Oxygen implementations.
Experience leading distributed development teams.
Exposure to Agile/Scrum delivery methodologies.
Strong understanding of eCommerce business processes and customer journeys.
Experience in multi-store, multi-region, and multi-currency Shopify implementations.
Soft Skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Ability to drive technical discussions and architecture decisions.
Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
Strong documentation and presentation skills.
Key Competencies
Solution Architecture
Headless Commerce Architecture
Shopify Plus Implementation
Enterprise System Integration
Performance Optimization
Security & Compliance
Technical Leadership
Digital Commerce Strategy
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent related field.
Nice to Have
Experience with Salesforce Commerce Cloud, Magento, BigCommerce, or Adobe Commerce.
Knowledge of AI-driven personalization and recommendation engines.
Experience with Analytics platforms such as GA4, Adobe Analytics, and GTM.
Exposure to MACH Architecture principles (Microservices, API-first, Cloud-native, Headless).

About NTT DATA:

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com


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NTT DATA is your Innovation Partner anywhere around the world. With business operations in more than 50 countries, we put emphasis on long-term commitment and combine global reach and local intimacy to provide premier professional services from consulting, system development, business process and IT outsourcing, to cloud-based solutions.

NTT DATA Americas' Strategic Staffing group provides our clients with top notch technical talent to augment their core IT staff. Our approach is customer centric, partnering to assist you in achieving your strategic goals and IT initiatives. We get to know your company’s culture and the type of technical staff that thrive within your organization. We understand your specific technical and business requirements, timing, and budget.

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COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Management Consulting Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Retirement / Pension Plans
FOUNDED
1967
WEBSITE
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