Shopify Developer Outsourcing

Why Outsource a Shopify Developer?

Building a successful Shopify store requires more than just drag-and-drop design. Whether you’re launching your first store or optimizing an existing one, you’ll need access to specialized Shopify development skills — from Liquid theme customization and speed optimization to integrating third-party apps and improving conversion flows.

Common Challenges with Hiring Locally

Many e-commerce businesses struggle to find the right developer in their local market. Some of the most common issues include:

• Limited availability of true Shopify specialists
• High salaries and employer costs (especially in North America and Europe)
• Time-consuming recruitment and onboarding
• Lack of flexibility when project needs shift

These challenges make it difficult to scale quickly — or affordably.

The Case for Shopify Developer Outsourcing

Outsourcing opens the door to high-quality talent at a lower cost, and with far greater flexibility. With a proper setup, you get:

• A full-time developer who works exclusively for you
• No employer taxes, benefits, or HR paperwork
• Faster onboarding and better time-to-market
• The ability to scale up or down as needed

Whether you choose offshore outsourcing (where the developer is managed by an agency) or outstaffing (where you manage the developer directly), the goal is the same: high performance without high costs.

What Can a Shopify Developer Do for You?

A skilled Shopify developer can transform your online store from a basic template into a high-converting, fully optimized sales platform. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing setup, having the right developer ensures that your store performs smoothly, loads quickly, and reflects your brand at every touchpoint.

Custom Theme Development & Store Setup

Your developer can build or customize your Shopify theme using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. This includes:

• Custom homepage and product page layouts
• Optimized navigation and user flow
• Mobile responsiveness and fast loading times
• Clean, SEO-friendly code

Shopify App Integrations & API Work

Need your store to connect with third-party tools or automate processes? Your developer can:

• Install and configure Shopify apps
• Build custom private apps if needed
• Set up payment gateways, shipping rules, and CRM integrations
• Work with the Shopify API to extend platform functionality

Ongoing Maintenance & Conversion Optimization

A great store isn’t built once — it’s constantly refined. A full-time developer helps you:

• Identify and fix bugs quickly
• Run A/B tests on product pages or checkout
• Optimize page speed and UX elements
• Implement tracking tools like GA4, Hotjar, or Meta Pixel

By outsourcing or outstaffing a Shopify developer, you gain not just technical execution — but the ability to iterate and improve your store in real time, without delays or expensive retainers.

Offshore vs Outstaffing – What’s the Difference?

When exploring Shopify developer outsourcing, you’ll often come across terms like “offshore,” “outsourcing,” and “outstaffing.” While they’re related, they describe different models — and choosing the right one depends on how much control you want and how involved you wish to be in daily operations.

Offshore Outsourcing

In an offshore outsourcing model, you hire a Shopify development agency or service provider that manages the developer on your behalf. This setup means:

• The developer is part of their team, not yours
• You communicate through a project manager or team lead
• You’re billed per project or on a monthly retainer
• The agency decides who works on your store and how tasks are assigned

This is a good fit if you only need occasional development work or prefer a hands-off approach.

Outstaffing (Recommended for Full-Time Shopify Needs)

Outstaffing means hiring a dedicated developer who works exclusively for your business — but is officially employed and managed by a third party like Move Marketing. With this model:

• You manage the developer directly, as if they were on your team
• They work full-time for you and follow your processes
• We handle contracts, payroll, taxes, equipment, and local compliance
• You receive a simple monthly invoice

This setup gives you the best of both worlds: full control without administrative hassle. That’s why outstaffing is ideal for fast-growing e-commerce brands who need long-term Shopify expertise — not just short-term help.

Cost Comparison – In-House vs Offshore Shopify Developer

Hiring an experienced Shopify developer locally can be expensive — not just due to the salary, but because of the many hidden costs that come with full-time employment. From taxes and benefits to office space, recruitment and equipment, the monthly total can quickly exceed expectations.

By contrast, with offshore outstaffing through Move Marketing, you get a full-time developer who works only for you — but without the burden of payroll, legal, or HR overhead. Here’s a side-by-side example of typical monthly costs:

Expense Category	In-House (US/UK)	Offshore via Move Marketing
Base Salary	$6,500	$2,500
Payroll Taxes & Benefits	$1,300	Included
Recruitment & Onboarding	$700 (amortized)	Included
Office Space & Equipment	$400	Included
Paid Leave & Sick Days	$500	Included
HR & Legal Compliance	$200	Included
Total Monthly Cost	$9,600	$2,500

This example shows that by choosing offshore outstaffing, you can save over 70% per month — while still having a full-time Shopify developer working exclusively for your brand. All you do is pay a monthly invoice, and we handle the rest.

How Move Marketing Helps You Hire the Right Shopify Developer

Finding the right Shopify developer isn’t just about technical skills — it’s about long-term fit, communication, and consistency. At Move Marketing, we specialize in helping e-commerce businesses hire reliable developers from Thailand who work exclusively for them — without the burden of recruitment, HR, or local compliance.

Step 1: Define Your Needs and Ideal Profile

We begin by understanding what you’re building:

• Do you need full store development, theme customization, or ongoing optimization?
• Are integrations, speed, or conversion rate your priority?
• What workflows, tools, and time zones matter to you?

We use these insights to define the ideal candidate profile — from skill set to communication style — and advise you whether one developer or a team setup is best.

Step 2: Talent Sourcing & Vetting from Thailand

We recruit from our trusted talent pool in Thailand, where English-speaking Shopify developers offer both technical excellence and cultural compatibility with Western businesses. Every candidate is pre-vetted on:

• Liquid and Shopify app development
• Frontend performance and mobile UX
• Clean, scalable code practices
• Communication, initiative, and reliability

Only candidates who meet our standards are presented to you.

Step 3: Interview & Approve Your Developer

You review the top profiles, conduct interviews, and select the developer you prefer. You’re fully in control of who joins your team — we just make the process fast and painless.

Step 4: Full Onboarding & Continuous Support

Once hired, your Shopify developer is integrated directly into your team — via Slack, Asana, Zoom, or any tools you use. Meanwhile, we take care of:

• Payroll, contracts, and taxes in Thailand
• Paid leave, sick days, and replacement coverage
• On-the-ground support, mentoring, and check-ins

You get a developer who works 100% for you. We handle everything behind the scenes.

Why E-commerce Companies Choose Move Marketing

Many e-commerce businesses struggle with the same issue: they need a reliable Shopify developer, but don’t want the overhead, time commitment, or risk of hiring in-house. That’s exactly where Move Marketing fits in.

We offer a middle path between freelancers (who often lack consistency) and expensive agencies (who assign multiple developers to different projects). With us, you get a full-time Shopify expert who works only for you — with no employer obligations on your end.

What Sets Us Apart

• Dedicated resource: Your developer works exclusively for your business, not shared with other clients.
• End-to-end management: We handle recruitment, contracts, payroll, and HR, so you don’t have to.
• Local presence in Thailand: We live and work in the same region as your developer, allowing us to provide on-the-ground support and mentoring.
• Western management and communication: Our leadership team speaks your language — literally and professionally — ensuring quality and alignment.

With transparent monthly pricing, clear processes, and ongoing support, we remove all the friction so you can scale confidently. Whether you need a developer for three months or the next three years, we help you build a Shopify team you can rely on.

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Ready to Scale Your Shopify Store?

Outsourcing your Shopify development doesn’t mean sacrificing control — it means gaining flexibility, speed, and cost efficiency. With Move Marketing, you get a dedicated Shopify developer from Thailand who works exclusively for you, while we take care of contracts, payroll, and support.

No recruiters, no employment risks, no unexpected overhead.

Whether you’re building your first store or optimizing a high-volume e-commerce business, we help you scale your team the smart way — with full-time talent and zero HR hassle.

Let’s find your ideal developer.
→ Book a free call and tell us what you need. We’ll handle the rest.