Job Title: Head of Technology | Shopify Plus + AI

Company Name: Schneider Saddlery

Job Details: $75-$150k/yrRemoteFull,Time,,Contract

Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/izo0kdu1aq44nsgd

Job Description: Posted 1d agoHead of Technology | Shopify Plus + AI@ Schneider SaddleryView All JobsWebsiteChagrin Falls, Ohio, United States$75-$150k/yrRemoteFull Time, ContractResponsibilities:Oversee architecture, Integrate systems, Automate workflowsRequirements Summary:5+ years software engineering; Shopify/ERP integrations; Python and JavaScript/TypeScript; AI-coding tool experience; US-based.Technical Tools Mentioned:Shopify Plus, ERP systems, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Claude Code, Anthropic, Fulfil.io, BigQuery, Terraform, AWS, CI/CD, React, Next.js, API integrations, SQL
Head of Technology - Shopify Plus + AI Automation | E-Commerce Veteran Wanted | $150K + BonusYou've built Shopify stores. You've wired up ERP integrations. You've dealt with inventory sync nightmares and order flow edge cases. Now imagine doing all of that with AI writing 100% of the code while you direct and review.This Is an E-Commerce RoleSchneiders Saddlery is a 75-year-old equestrian e-commerce company. Profitable. Mid-8-figure revenue. Modern stack after recent migration. We need a Head of Technology who understands e-commerce at a deep level AND has embraced AI-native development.Why E-Commerce Experience Is Non-NegotiableYou understand why:Order status webhooks need idempotencyInventory sync between ERP and Shopify is harder than it looksProduct variants with multiple options get messy fastCustomer service automation needs human escalation pathsSeasonal traffic spikes require infrastructure planningMulti-channel selling creates data consistency challengesWe're not going to teach you e-commerce. We need someone who's lived it.The Stack You'll OwnSystemTechnologyYour RoleStorefrontShopify PlusTheme customization, checkout optimization, app integrationsERPFulfil.ioPython API integrations, order sync, inventory managementDataBigQuery + FivetranAnalytics pipelines, reporting automationFrontendReact, Next.jsCustom tools, internal dashboardsAIClaude Code, AnthropicDevelopment workflow, automation systemsInfrastructureAWS, TerraformCI/CD, deployment, monitoringWhat You'll BuildAI-powered automation for e-commerce operations:Customer Service: Automated responses for common inquiries, smart routing for complex issuesInventory Management: Reconciliation between systems, stock level alerts, reorder automationOrder Operations: Exception handling, fulfillment optimization, returns processingReporting: Automated daily/weekly reports, anomaly detection, performance dashboardsMarketing Support: Campaign data pipelines, attribution tracking, A/B test analysisThe AI-Native RequirementOur development approach: 100% of code is AI-generated. You direct, review, and ship.This means you need:Active Claude Code or Cursor userSystematic AI development workflow (not copy-paste from ChatGPT)Experience building complete features with AI assistanceAbility to review AI-generated code criticallyProcess for requirements → design → implementation → reviewIf you're still writing most code manually and using AI for autocomplete, this isn't the right fit.RequirementsMust-Have:5+ years software engineeringShopify (or Magento/BigCommerce) platform experiencePython AND JavaScript/TypeScriptERP or inventory system integration experienceActive AI coding tool user with systematic approachUS-basedNice-to-Have:Fulfil.io or similar ERP experienceBigQuery or data warehouse experiencePrevious role as sole/lead engineerCompensationContract (Months 1-3): $75/hr Full-Time (Month 4+): $150K base + up to 100% performance bonus Equity: Real path for exceptional performanceThe Opportunity Beyond SalaryWe're building AI automation tools that work. Other e-commerce companies want them. The right person becomes a partner in productizing and selling what you build.Apply With:ResumeYour AI development workflowMost complex e-commerce integration you've builtWhat excites you about this roleLocation: Remote (US) | Start: March 2026Schneiders Saddlery | www.sstack.com