Senior Full-Stack Developer hourly

Growmodo HQ: Leverkusen, Europe, Germany Remote job Jul 8

Growmodo is a fast-scaling web design and development agency that helps businesses and agencies outsource high-quality design and development work through a global subscription-based service. Our clients leverage our vetted talent pool to accelerate their digital projects—from front-end web builds to future-ready solutions.

We’re currently supporting over 100 active customers and are rapidly expanding to 1000+ within the next year. To support this growth, we’re seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Senior Full Stack Developer / AI Specialist who can help us push the boundaries of both what we offer now—and what we’ll deliver next.

Our standard work week runs Monday to Friday.

Full-Time

  • 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Central European Time)

On-Call

  • No fixed daily hours; work is performed within the standard operating window of 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CET.
  • Work availability may vary based on operational and project needs

As a Full Stack Developer / AI Specialist at Growmodo, you’ll lead complex front-end and back-end development projects across Webflow, WordPress, and Shopify, while helping us expand into custom development, plugin/API engineering, mobile app development, and software applications. This role is ideal for someone who’s not only deeply technical but also AI-savvy, excited to integrate tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, and AI-assisted QA into their workflow—and help set new standards for speed, quality, and scalability.

This is a remote contractor role, offering a high level of autonomy, influence, and the chance to shape the future of how we deliver digital development at scale.

  • Build high-performance websites using Webflow, WordPress, and Shopify.
  • Take ownership of complex front-end and back-end architecture decisions.
  • Contribute to (and later lead) mobile app and software development projects as we grow.
  • Utilize AI tools to streamline development, testing, and documentation workflows.
  • Mentor mid-level developers and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.
  • Write clean, scalable, secure code with strong documentation and testing practices.
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers across time zones.

Must-Haves:

  • 3-5 years of professional full stack development experience.
  • Expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design.
  • Strong hands-on experience with WordPress, Shopify, and Webflow.
  • Advanced knowledge of custom development in Shopify (Liquid, CLI) and WordPress (PHP, plugin/API development).
  • Practical knowledge of http://next.js/ and modern web application architecture.
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, version control (Git), and CI/CD workflows.
  • Proven experience using AI tools to enhance code quality, reduce time to delivery, and automate repetitive tasks.
  • Strong English communication skills and ability to lead in a remote-first environment.
  • Strategic thinker with a growth mindset and passion for staying ahead of tech trends.

Bonus Points:

  • Experience developing and deploying mobile apps (React Native, Flutter, or similar).
  • Previous work with headless CMS and JAMstack architectures.
  • Knowledge of backend frameworks (Node.js, Laravel, etc.).
  • Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Firebase) or DevOps practices.
  • Agency or fast-paced startup experience.
  • Learning and Growth Opportunities: You’ll have the chance to participate in mentorship programs, cross-functional training, and leadership development, ensuring you’re always advancing in your skill set and career path.
  • Fully Remote Work: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere in the world. We believe that results matter more than location.
  • Diverse, Global Cross-Cultural Team: Work alongside talented individuals from all corners of the world. Our diverse team thrives on collaboration, bringing a wealth of different perspectives and ideas to the table.
  • Great Company Culture: We pride ourselves on fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive company culture where innovation and creativity are celebrated, and everyone feels valued and heard.
  • Remote and In-Person Events: Stay connected with the team through virtual gatherings, and look forward to in-person meetups and retreats where we bond, share ideas, and have fun together.
Requirements
Availability:
Hourly contract
Experience levels:
Expert (5+ yrs)
Languages:
English

$15/hr