Senior Technical Project Manager - Shopify Platform

Role Summary

Senior Technical Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex Shopify projects, including custom builds, migrations, and retainer-based enhancements
• Own the end-to-end project lifecycle from discovery and requirement gathering to post-launch support and optimization
• Conduct in-depth solutioning discussions to recommend Shopify themes, third-party apps, integrations, and workflow automations based on client goals
• Drive Shopify store architecture and configuration, including products, navigation, filters, SEO setup, payment gateways, shipping, international commerce, and app integrations
• Serve as the escalation point for technical issues coordinating with Shopify/app support or development teams to resolve blockers efficiently
• Oversee sprint planning, task allocation, and velocity tracking using tools like Jira, Trello, or ClickUp
• Conduct internal QA reviews, UAT coordination, and enforce high delivery standards across all outputs
• Manage project risk, scope creep, and change requests while keeping stakeholders informed and aligned
• Lead client meetings, prepare strategic updates, and build long-term relationships based on trust and delivery excellence
• Mentor junior project managers or coordinators (if applicable) and contribute to internal process improvements
  

Key Skills & Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in technical project management, with at least 2+ years managing Shopify or ecommerce-related projects
• Proficiency in Shopifys admin interface, configuration logic, and app ecosystem (no coding required, but tech fluency is key)
• Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Strong command over project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Asana, ClickUp) and documentation tools (e.g., Notion, Google Suite)
• Excellent client communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to think strategically about business impact and translate it into effective project execution