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Abhishek D.

Top Rated Plus Full Stack Developer | SaaS, CRM, Custom Web Apps

Abohar, India
$17 per hour
436 jobs
$700K+ total earnings

I design and build custom web applications that replace manual operations, streamline workflows, and scale reliably as your business grows. I’m a Top Rated Plus Full Stack Developer (PHP, JavaScript, MERN) with 9+ years of experience delivering SaaS platforms, booking systems, CRMs, marketplaces, and operational tools for startups and growing companies. My systems support multi-role teams, complex workflows, and high-volume data environments where reliability and performance matter. If you’re looking for more than a basic CRUD app and need a stable, scalable business platform, you’re in the right place. What I Build • Custom web applications tailored to your exact business workflows • Booking, rental, and scheduling systems with real-time availability and automated invoicing • CRM and ERP dashboards with lead tracking, reporting, and workflow automation • Healthcare and EMR systems with HIPAA-ready portals and secure patient data handling • Multi-vendor marketplaces with secure payments and role-based dashboards • Logistics and operations platforms including dispatch, routing, and fleet tracking • eCommerce and inventory systems with order management and stock automation • API integrations including Stripe, Twilio, Google APIs, payment gateways, and internal systems Business Outcomes I Focus On • Replacing spreadsheet-driven processes with automated platforms • Centralizing operations, communication, and reporting • Enabling real-time scheduling, billing, notifications, and analytics • Building systems that remain fast and stable as usage scales • Improving operational visibility, accuracy, and team efficiency Tech Stack Frontend: React, JavaScript (ES6+) Backend: PHP, Node.js Databases: MySQL, MongoDB UI: Tailwind, Bootstrap Infrastructure: AWS, REST APIs, Git Why Clients Work With Me • Architect-level custom builds designed for long-term scalability • Clean, secure, and maintainable codebases • Strong experience across SaaS, CRM, EMR, logistics, and marketplace platforms • Clear communication and proactive project ownership • Top Rated Plus | 98% Job Success Score If you're planning a serious custom platform or want to modernize an existing system, send me a message with your goals. I typically respond within 24 hours. Abhishek

Joel H.

Web Design & Shopify Specialist

New York City, New York
$50 per hour
205 jobs

𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗟𝗨𝗦 | 𝗪𝗘𝗕 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡𝗘𝗥 | 𝗖𝗠𝗦 & 𝗘-𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗥 | 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦, 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣𝗜𝗙𝗬, 𝗪𝗘𝗕𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪 🚀 Transforming ideas into high-performing, user-focused websites that drive real results. Overview: 7+ years. $200K+ earned. Top Rated Plus. If you need someone who moves fast, builds clean, and stays accountable, that's me. I specialize in Shopify, WordPress, Webflow, and UI/UX design for DTC brands, agencies, and growing businesses. I work with clients across every stage, from founders launching their first store to established brands doing 7-8 figures who need a reliable developer to 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗜 𝗗𝗢: 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗳𝘆: Full store builds, custom Liquid, OS 2.0 sections and blocks, Shopify Plus checkout customization, Klaviyo and Recharge integrations, CRO, headless commerce via Storefront API, Shopify Functions and Flow automation. 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀: Custom theme development, Elementor Pro, Gutenberg, WooCommerce, membership sites, LearnDash, MemberPress, speed optimization, REST API, PHP, MySQL, ACF, custom post types. 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄: Full design and build, CMS collections, client-editable systems, HubSpot integrations, interactions and animations. 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿: High-motion marketing sites, interactive components, smooth scroll animations, CMS-driven content. 𝗨𝗜/𝗨𝗫 & 𝗙𝗶𝗴𝗺𝗮: Design systems, wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, component libraries, Figma-to-Shopify/WordPress/Webflow. Pixel-accurate execution. 𝗔𝗜 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗯𝗼𝘁𝘀 & 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Tidio, Intercom, Drift, custom GPT-powered chatbots. Lead capture flows, support automation, HubSpot and GoHighLevel CRM integration. 𝗘-𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗥𝗢: Mobile optimization, product page redesigns, sticky ATC, cart drawer builds, upsell and cross-sell systems, Core Web Vitals and LCP optimization. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Klaviyo, Zapier, Make, GoHighLevel, GA4, GTM, Meta CAPI, TikTok Pixel, UTM tracking.le. 𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗦𝗘 𝗠𝗘 Top Rated Plus — top 3% of freelancers on Upwork $200K+ earned working with premium DTC brands and agencies Fast turnaround — if it's clear, it gets done same day or next morning I design and build — no handoff gaps, one person accountable Most clients that start as one-time projects become long-term relationships 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 🔸 Web Design – High-conversion, mobile-optimized websites. 🔸 Shopify Development – Full-store setup, custom themes, and integrations. 🔸 E-Commerce Development – Custom WooCommerce, Webflow, and Magento builds. 🔸 UI/UX Design – Figma-based design, wireframes, and prototypes. 🔸 SEO Optimization – Boost rankings and performance. Let’s create something amazing together! Whether you need a Shopify store, a custom E-commerce website, or Figma design work, I’m here to help. 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗦 & 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛 Shopify · Shopify Plus · Shopify Liquid · Shopify Storefront API · Shopify Functions · Shopify Flow · WordPress · WooCommerce · Webflow · Framer · Wix Studio · Squarespace · Kajabi · Figma · Next.js · React · Node.js · PHP · HTML · CSS · JavaScript · Tailwind CSS · Elementor Pro · Gutenberg · Divi · Klaviyo · Recharge · Skio · HubSpot · GoHighLevel · Zapier · Make · Tidio · Intercom · Drift · GPT-powered Chatbots · Yotpo · ACF · Custom Post Types · REST API · Sanity · Contentful · GA4 · GTM · Meta CAPI · TikTok Pixel · Rank Math · Yoast SEO · Core Web Vitals · WCAG Accessibility · LearnDash · MemberPress · Recharge · Bold · Gorgias

Rayan I.

WordPress & Shopify Developer | Custom Themes, Plugins & CMS Solutions

Karachi, Pakistan
$15 per hour
8 jobs
$1K+ total earnings

WordPress and Shopify Developer with 5+ years of experience building custom themes, plugins, and CMS solutions for clients across e-commerce, consulting, and professional services. On the WordPress side I work with Elementor, ACF, WooCommerce, and custom PHP. I build to spec, whether that means custom post types, AJAX filtering, WPCode snippets, or pixel-precise frontend work from a Figma file. Not just theme installs. On Shopify I work directly in Liquid to customize storefronts and build UI components that page builders cannot handle. From custom collection templates to checkout flow optimization, I focus on what actually moves the needle for e-commerce brands. What I deliver on every project: - Clean, well-structured code that future developers can work with - Mobile-first responsive design tested across devices - Fast load times with proper caching and image optimization - SEO-ready page structure from day one - Full handover so clients can manage their own content Platforms I work on: WordPress, Shopify, Webflow, Wix, Squarespace, Framer Tools: Elementor, ACF, WooCommerce, Liquid, Figma, PHP, JavaScript, CSS If you have a project that needs clean execution and clear communication, let us talk.

Badrilal P.

WordPress & Shopify Developer | Full-Stack Web Development

Indore, India
$21 per hour
254 jobs
$100K+ total earnings

✅Shopify ✅Wordpress ✅Webflow ✅WooCommerce ✅Elementor ✅Divi ✅Ghost ✅WhiteLabel ✅Server ✅PHP ✅GoHighLevel ✅Figma ✅Graphics ✅Wix ✅Squarespace ✅SEO ✅API ✅React ✅Klaviyo ✅Google Analytics ✅Ads ✅Marketing Need a website that actually works for your business? Whether that's a consulting site that builds trust, a portfolio that wins clients, or a store that drives sales, I can help. **Top Rated Plus on Upwork** with 10+ years of experience and 200+ completed projects. Here's how I can help you: ✔ Business, Consulting & Portfolio Websites ✔ Custom WordPress Development (PHP, ACF, custom themes & plugins) ✔ WooCommerce Stores & Custom Functionality ✔ Shopify Development & Theme Customization (Liquid) ✔ Webflow & Squarespace Design and Development ✔ API Integrations & Third Party System Connections ✔ Website Speed & Performance Optimization ✔ Membership, Booking & Subscription Platforms ✔ Elementor & Custom Theme Development ✔ UI/UX Design & Prototyping (Figma, Canva) ✔ AI Powered Workflows & Automation (ChatGPT, Claude, AI assisted development tools) ✔ Website Maintenance & Ongoing Technical Support I build across WordPress, WooCommerce, Shopify, Webflow, and Squarespace, WIX, Headless CMS, etc. I handle the full stack, frontend and backend, design and performance, so you get one developer who owns the whole project instead of juggling multiple freelancers. A few results from recent work: cut page load times by up to 60% through performance optimization, built a Shopify store now generating $20K/month in revenue, migrated 4000+ products across platforms with zero downtime, and delivered consulting and portfolio sites that helped clients establish credibility and win new business. Technologies/platforms I work with: WordPress, WooCommerce, Shopify, Webflow, Squarespace, WIX, Headless CMS, PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, MySQL, REST APIs, Elementor, ACF, Git, Figma, Canva, and AI development tools like ChatGPT and Claude. I don't just execute tickets. I bring business focused thinking to every project. That means clear communication, honest recommendations (even when it's "you don't need that feature"), and solutions built to scale, not just to launch. I keep clients updated at every stage so there are no surprises, which is a big part of why most of my work comes from repeat clients and referrals. I also stay current with modern frameworks and AI assisted development practices so projects move faster without cutting corners. Whether you need a new business or consulting website, a WooCommerce or Shopify store, a Webflow or Squarespace build, custom functionality, or performance improvements, let's talk about your project and how I can help you hit your goals. Just drop me a message and say Hello!

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Custom CMS Developer Hiring FAQ

What is a custom CMS developer?

A custom CMS developer creates content management software customized to the needs of their client. CMS developers untether content marketing from the restrictions of existing solutions like WordPress or Joomla with software built from scratch to meet certain specifications.

How do you hire a custom CMS developer?

You can source custom CMS developer talent on Upwork by following these three steps:

  • Write a project description. You’ll want to determine your scope of work and the skills and requirements you are looking for in a custom CMS developer.
  • Post it on Upwork. Once you’ve written a project description, post it to Upwork. Simply follow the prompts to help you input the information you collected to scope out your project.
  • Shortlist and interview custom CMS developers. Once the proposals start coming in, create a shortlist of the professionals you want to interview. 

Of these three steps, your project description is where you will determine your scope of work and the specific type of custom CMS developer you need to complete your project. 

How much does it cost to hire a custom CMS developer

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced custom CMS developer may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their custom CMS developer services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project. 

How do you write a custom CMS developer job post?

Your job post is your chance to describe your project scope, budget, and talent needs. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

Job post title

Create a simple title that describes exactly what you’re looking for. The idea is to target the keywords that your ideal candidate is likely to type into a job search bar to find your project. Here are some sample custom CMS developer job post titles:

  • Custom CMS developer needed to fix SEO issues
  • Looking for a custom CMS developer with experience in logistics
  • Knowledgeable CMS developer to create custom modules needed

Project description

An effective custom CMS developer job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From plugins to design match, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries, software, or design, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Custom CMS developer job responsibilities

Here are some examples of custom CMS developer job responsibilities:

  • Build web pages using HTML and CSS
  • Create well designed and efficient HTML/CSS/XML
  • Solve code problems
  • Update site content and graphics

Custom CMS developer job requirements and qualifications

Be sure to include any requirements and qualifications you’re looking for in a custom CMS developer. Here are some examples:

  • Adept with content management tools like VCM, Adobe, and/or VAP
  • Competent with programming languages like SQL, Java, XSLT, XML, Perl, and/or C#
  • Knowledge of integrated development environments and interfaces
  • Experience preparing and executing content migration plans and design patterns