E-commerce Developer (Headless Shopify & Gatsby)
Balanced Body, Sacramento, CA, United States
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Balanced Body
is an energetic, environmentally sensitive company that is growing! Founded over 50 years ago, Balanced Body leads the world in providing Pilates equipment and education. We are looking for a developer who doesn't just execute designs but acts as a technical consultant to improve our user journey and e-commerce performance.
THE TECHNICAL CORE (REQUIRED) To be successful in this role, you must have expert-level proficiency in:
Modern Frameworks:
3+ years of experience with
React
and
Gatsby . Shopify Ecosystem:
Extensive experience with
Shopify Storefront and Admin APIs . Headless Architecture:
Proven ability to build and optimize high-performance, API-driven e-commerce experiences (Product Detail Pages, checkout flows, and merchandising). Data Integration:
Strong proficiency with
GraphQL
and REST APIs. Key Responsibilities
Build & Scale:
Develop responsive, accessible, and high-quality web interfaces using our modern front-end stack. Consult & Collaborate:
Partner closely with design, marketing, and development teams to translate wireframes and prototypes into scalable code. Optimize & Experiment:
Implement and support
A/B tests
and UX experiments to drive conversion rates and engagement. Data-Driven UX:
Use analytics tools (GA4, heatmaps, session recordings) to identify friction points and guide usability improvements. Architecture Ownership:
Maintain and improve front-end architecture, coding standards, and reusable component libraries. Stay Ahead:
Continuously stay up-to-date with emerging front-end and headless technologies to keep our digital experience world-class.
Requirements
Qualifications & Technical Skills
3+ years of experience
in front-end web development with a strong focus on UX/UI. Expert React & Gatsby Knowledge:
Extensive experience with modern libraries (React) and static site generators (Gatsby) for high-speed performance. Advanced Shopify Integration:
Direct, hands-on experience with
Shopify Storefront and Admin APIs
is required. API-Driven Architecture:
Deep understanding of GraphQL, REST APIs, and working within
headless
environments. Foundational Excellence:
Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+). Design-to-Code:
Experience implementing pixel-perfect, responsive designs from
Figma
with a mobile-first mindset. E-commerce Specialist:
Experience building product detail pages, customization interfaces, and checkout flows. Performance & Accessibility:
Knowledge of
Core Web Vitals
(speed, delivery) and accessibility standards such as
WCAG . Modern Tooling:
Experience with version control (Git/GitHub) and search platforms like
Algolia
or Unboxed. Agile Collaboration:
Comfort working on multiple simultaneous projects in an Agile/Scrum environment.
The Company
https://www.pilates.com/balanced-body/
Balanced Body is the world's largest manufacturer of Pilates equipment, as well as a provider of high-quality Pilates and mind-body teacher training and continuing education. We currently do business in over 150 countries, with world-renowned customer service and a proven commitment to environmentally friendly business practices. If you want to work with a company with a passion for changing lives in ways small and large, we want to hear from you!
We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits including:
Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) plan & Match!
Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Balanced Body is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity
Salary Description
75,000-95,000
Full-time
Description
Balanced Body
is an energetic, environmentally sensitive company that is growing! Founded over 50 years ago, Balanced Body leads the world in providing Pilates equipment and education. We are looking for a developer who doesn't just execute designs but acts as a technical consultant to improve our user journey and e-commerce performance.
THE TECHNICAL CORE (REQUIRED) To be successful in this role, you must have expert-level proficiency in:
Modern Frameworks:
3+ years of experience with
React
and
Gatsby . Shopify Ecosystem:
Extensive experience with
Shopify Storefront and Admin APIs . Headless Architecture:
Proven ability to build and optimize high-performance, API-driven e-commerce experiences (Product Detail Pages, checkout flows, and merchandising). Data Integration:
Strong proficiency with
GraphQL
and REST APIs. Key Responsibilities
Build & Scale:
Develop responsive, accessible, and high-quality web interfaces using our modern front-end stack. Consult & Collaborate:
Partner closely with design, marketing, and development teams to translate wireframes and prototypes into scalable code. Optimize & Experiment:
Implement and support
A/B tests
and UX experiments to drive conversion rates and engagement. Data-Driven UX:
Use analytics tools (GA4, heatmaps, session recordings) to identify friction points and guide usability improvements. Architecture Ownership:
Maintain and improve front-end architecture, coding standards, and reusable component libraries. Stay Ahead:
Continuously stay up-to-date with emerging front-end and headless technologies to keep our digital experience world-class.
Requirements
Qualifications & Technical Skills
3+ years of experience
in front-end web development with a strong focus on UX/UI. Expert React & Gatsby Knowledge:
Extensive experience with modern libraries (React) and static site generators (Gatsby) for high-speed performance. Advanced Shopify Integration:
Direct, hands-on experience with
Shopify Storefront and Admin APIs
is required. API-Driven Architecture:
Deep understanding of GraphQL, REST APIs, and working within
headless
environments. Foundational Excellence:
Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+). Design-to-Code:
Experience implementing pixel-perfect, responsive designs from
Figma
with a mobile-first mindset. E-commerce Specialist:
Experience building product detail pages, customization interfaces, and checkout flows. Performance & Accessibility:
Knowledge of
Core Web Vitals
(speed, delivery) and accessibility standards such as
WCAG . Modern Tooling:
Experience with version control (Git/GitHub) and search platforms like
Algolia
or Unboxed. Agile Collaboration:
Comfort working on multiple simultaneous projects in an Agile/Scrum environment.
The Company
https://www.pilates.com/balanced-body/
Balanced Body is the world's largest manufacturer of Pilates equipment, as well as a provider of high-quality Pilates and mind-body teacher training and continuing education. We currently do business in over 150 countries, with world-renowned customer service and a proven commitment to environmentally friendly business practices. If you want to work with a company with a passion for changing lives in ways small and large, we want to hear from you!
We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits including:
Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) plan & Match!
Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Balanced Body is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity
Salary Description
75,000-95,000