E-Commerce Developer Needed to Build a Complete Online Furniture Store & Guide Strategy

We are launching a brand-new furniture business and looking for an experienced, proactive E-Commerce & Web Developer to build our complete online store from scratch. We need a fully automated online system where customers can browse furniture collections, select variations, make secure payments online, and complete purchases seamlessly. Beyond just building the website, we also need someone who can guide us through the best practices, architecture, and technology stack (such as WordPress/WooCommerce, Shopify, or Custom PHP/Laravel) to make this business a success. Key Responsibilities: Website Development: Build a responsive, fast, and modern e-commerce website optimized for both desktop and mobile users. E-Commerce Features: Product catalog with categories (Living Room, Bedroom, Office, etc.), filters, and high-resolution image galleries. Shopping cart, secure checkout, and user accounts/order history. Integration of payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal, or region-specific gateways) for online purchasing. Shipping and tax calculation setup. Admin Dashboard: An easy-to-use backend dashboard for us to manage inventory, update prices, track sales, and process orders. Consultation & Guidance: Provide expert recommendations on platform selection, hosting, security, and digital workflow setup from scratch. Basic SEO & Speed Optimization: Ensure the site is SEO-friendly and loads quickly. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience in building e-commerce websites (Shopify, WooCommerce, or Custom solutions). Strong knowledge of Payment Gateway integrations and secure checkout flows. Good communication skills and a willingness to guide a non-technical founder step-by-step. Portfolio of previous e-commerce or furniture store projects. How to Apply: When submitting your proposal, please include: Examples of 2-3 e-commerce websites you have built (furniture or retail stores preferred). Your recommended platform (Shopify vs. WooCommerce) for a new furniture startup and why. Your estimated timeline and budget approach for this project. We look forward to working with a talented developer to bring this vision to life!