Ecommerce website development that's actually ready to sell.
Shopify website design and ecommerce website development: store builds, theme customization, product setup and checkout, ready to take orders on day one.
What a ecommerce web developer takes off your plate.
The store looks generic
A stock theme makes every store look the same.
Checkout has never been tested
Nobody has actually walked through a full purchase.
Apps were never configured properly
Installed apps sit unused or misconfigured.
Tasks your ecommerce web developer handles every week.
This is the build, not the day-to-day running of the store — for that, see our ecommerce operations VA. Shopify website design covers theme setup and customization; ecommerce website development also covers WooCommerce and other platforms if Shopify isn't the right fit.
Ecommerce website development: store builds
A full store built and configured, from theme to checkout.
Shopify theme customization
A theme adjusted to your brand instead of a stock look.
Product & catalog setup
Products, variants and collections structured correctly from the start.
Checkout & payments
Payment gateways, shipping rules and tax set up and tested.
App & integration setup
Reviews, email and inventory apps installed and configured.
Launch QA
Every page and the full checkout flow tested before you go live.
From sign-up to a working ecommerce web developer the same day.
Tell us the work
A short call or form: your tasks, tools and time zone.
Meet your VA today
We match a vetted ecommerce web developer from our standby pool. No recruiting wait.
Track it in your portal
Watch tasks move to done, see hours used, and chat with your VA. A team lead reviews every task.
Ecommerce web developer pricing, from $5.62/hr.
The same rates apply to every service. Unused hours roll over on every plan.
Forever Free: 1 hour of real work every month for a $1 platform fee. New registrations only.
Start for $1Monthly blocks from 3 to 60 hours. Or pay-as-you-go at $12/hr, hours never expire.
See all blocksYour own full-time ecommerce web developer: 3 hours a month, $5.62/hr. Part-time 80 hours: $500.
Get a dedicated VABuilt for brands launching or rebuilding an online store.
Every ecommerce web developer is matched to your tools and time zone before the first hour is billed.
Brands launching their first store
You need a store built right the first time, not patched later.
Stores outgrowing a template
The default theme no longer reflects the brand.
Sellers moving platforms
Migrating from a marketplace or another platform to your own store.
“Running an ecommerce business comes with never ending tasks, and MyRemoteVA has been a huge support system for me. They manage customer messages with a friendly and professional tone, update product listings, and keep my order process running smoothly.”
Questions about hiring a ecommerce web developer.
Shopify website design or custom ecommerce website development?
Shopify suits most stores: fast to launch, well supported. Custom development fits stores with needs Shopify apps can't cover.
Do you also run the store after launch?
Build and ongoing operations are separate. See our ecommerce operations VA for day-to-day listings, inventory and fulfilment once you're live.
How fast can my ecommerce web developer start?
The same day. We keep a standby pool of vetted VAs, so there is no recruiting wait on hourly, quarterly or dedicated plans.
Is my ecommerce web developer a real person?
Yes. Every ecommerce web developer is a trained human with expertise in this field. They use AI to work faster, then rewrite and check the output, so your work is original and never generic.
How do I get started and send tasks?
Register and pick a plan. New registrations can start for $1 a month, which adds one hour every month. Then send tasks through your client portal, by email, from your own CRM, or on WhatsApp.
How do I track the work?
Your client portal shows live task status, hours used and left, chat on each task, and every file and report in one place. A team lead reviews each task before it reaches you.
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What tasks can a ecommerce web developer handle?
A ecommerce web developer can handle ecommerce website development: store builds, shopify theme customization, product & catalog setup, checkout & payments, app & integration setup, launch qa. Send tasks by portal, email, your own CRM or WhatsApp.
Which tools does a ecommerce web developer use?
A ecommerce web developer works in the tools you already use, such as Shopify, WooCommerce, Liquid, CSS, Catalog, Checkout, Apps, QA. You share access with limited permissions and remove it when the work ends.
How much does a ecommerce web developer cost per hour?
From $5.62 an hour on a full-time dedicated plan, which is 160 hours for $899 a month. Monthly hourly blocks start at $33 for 3 hours, and pay-as-you-go is $12 an hour for any number of hours. Monthly plans cost less per hour.
Is a ecommerce web developer worth it for a small business?
Yes, when repeat tasks take hours you would rather spend on sales or strategy. Start with one task and a small block of hours, review the work, then add more.
How do I know my ecommerce web developer is doing good work?
A team lead reviews every task before it reaches you. You also see task status, hours used and files in your client portal, and you can spot-check any item and send notes.
What happens if my ecommerce web developer is unavailable?
A standby ecommerce web developer from our pool steps in, so your work does not wait. You do not need to find a replacement yourself.
Can a ecommerce web developer work my hours in the US, UK, Canada, UAE, Australia or New Zealand?
Yes. Our team is based in Kerala, India, and shifts are planned to cover your working day. Tell us your hours and time zone at sign-up and we match them.
Can I try a ecommerce web developer before committing?
Yes. New registrations can start for $1 a month, which adds one hour every month. You can also buy pay-as-you-go hours at $12 an hour with no monthly commitment.
Do unused hours roll over?
Yes. Unused hours on our plans roll over, and pay-as-you-go hours never expire.
What is the difference between a ecommerce web developer and a freelancer?
A freelancer works alone, so your work stops when they are away. A ecommerce web developer from MyRemoteVA is part of a team: a team lead reviews the work and a standby person can step in.
More on hiring a ecommerce web developer.
The Ecommerce Virtual Assistant Checklist
An ecommerce virtual assistant handles listings, inventory, order fulfilment and returns for an online store. Before Q4, hand off all four so stock alerts, shipping issues and refunds get handled daily, not when the founder finds time.
Read the guideEcommerce Website Development and Shopify Design: What It Should Cost
Ecommerce website development and Shopify website design grew 42% and 59% respectively over the past year. A launch-ready store needs a customised theme, tested checkout and configured apps, not just a default template.
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