Senior Shopware Developer

Job Description

Key Responsibilities: Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of scalable e-commerce solutions using Shopware 6. Customize and extend Shopware functionality through plugins, themes, and integrations. Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Designers, and other Developers to deliver high-quality, customer-centric solutions. Conduct code reviews and enforce best practices in performance, security, and maintainability. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level developers. Integrate third-party services and APIs (payment gateways, ERPs, CRMs, etc.). Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing Shopware stores. Stay current with Shopware updates, ecosystem changes, and broader e-commerce trends. Manage CI/CD pipelines and version control using Git and modern DevOps practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: 10+ years of total software development experience with at least 3+ years focused on Shopware (5 & 6). Expert in PHP, Symfony Framework, and MySQL. Strong understanding of Shopware plugin system, theme customization, and storefront development (Twig/Bootstrap/SCSS). Proficiency in JavaScript, Vue.js, and RESTful APIs. Experience working with Composer, Docker, and Git-based workflows. Familiarity with ElasticSearch, Redis, and caching strategies. Solid understanding of e-commerce business processes and data models (catalog, checkout, order management). Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications: Shopware Developer Certification is a plus. Experience with headless commerce and Shopware PWA is a strong advantage. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira, Confluence, or Trello. Role & responsibilities Preferred candidate profile