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Find the Best Shopify Experts in Australia

One detail decides how quickly an Australian store can go live. GST runs through Shopify's Basic Tax service here, and that service needs your tax registration number before it does anything. Have it ready before your expert starts.

As of October 2026, 74 Shopify experts in Australia list a profile on shopexperts: 67 agencies and 7 freelancers. Nearly all handle store setup and most build on Shopify. Consulting is listed almost as often as marketing, so plenty of these teams sell strategy alongside delivery.

That's useful if you're rebuilding how the business sells online. It's overhead if you only need a theme fixed.

Judge each one on the Australian stores it has launched, then shortlist three below and send each the same brief.

Top-rated Shopify experts in Australia

Gracjan Mirek
GM
Front-End DeveloperLondon, United KingdomFrom $80
5.00(2 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
75

I’m a Shopify Developer specialising in Shopify Plus builds, custom apps, and high-performance storefronts. I help growing brands turn complex requirements into fast, scalable, conversion-focused solutions. I work hands-on with Liquid, JavaScript, and Tailwind CSS to create custom themes, build private Shopify apps, and extend Shopify beyond its out-of-the-box limits. I also provide reliable integration and ongoing support, ensuring stores stay fast, stable, and ready to scale. I’m used to working with established teams, tight timelines, and high-traffic environments where quality and performance matter. If you need a Shopify partner who understands both the technical depth and commercial impact, let’s build something together.

Till Täubrich
TT
Theme DeveloperBerlin, GermanyFrom $500
5.00(1 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
35

• 4+ years of exclusive Shopify development experience • Built and customized storefronts for 100+ brands • Long-term collaboration with one of the largest Shopify agencies in the DACH region (Eshop Guide), working on enterprise stores including New Balance • Long-term collaboration with a leading Shopify CRO agency (ConversionWise), supporting high-growth brands such as G FUEL • Developed Shopify apps, both bespoke client solutions as well as public apps published on the Shopify App Store

Offered services
Shopify Development
Store Setup & Management

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Tarun Kapoor
TK
Paid Media ManagerWashington, United StatesFrom $4500
5.00(1 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
45

Full-Stack Media Buyer & Digital Marketing Consultant advising brands on scalable, data-driven growth strategies, with experience overseeing €100M+ in cumulative advertising spend. I specialize in paid media strategy and execution across Paid Social (Meta, TikTok) and Google Ads, partnering with leadership teams to design and optimize full-funnel media systems that align acquisition, conversion, and long-term revenue growth. Recent wins: Engineered a rapid turnaround of a loss-making e-commerce account, implementing a refined campaign framework that enabled profitable scaling from $40/day to $100/day within 24 hours, generating 5.43x ROAS Did $1.1m in top-line revenue on Black Friday by 1PM for an Athleisure brand with a 4.7x ROAS

Gertrude Seco
GS
Shopify Setup SpecialistManila, PhilippinesFrom $1500
Not yet rated
shopexpertsscore
20

7+ Years Experience | Shopify Strategist | Conversion Optimization Expert Certified Shopify Partner and Shopify Expert, specializing in building fully functional, strategically structured, and conversion-optimized Shopify stores. With 6+ years of hands-on experience and 240+ successful Shopify projects, I help brands launch, scale, and optimize high-performing Shopify websites. I focus on clean, theme-based designs that are fast, user-friendly, and built with conversion in mind. I work with DTC, B2C, and B2B businesses, providing end-to-end Shopify solutions, from store setup to long-term Shopify virtual assistance. Strengths & Skills Shopify Front-End Development: Theme customization using PageFly and GemPages Shopify Back-End Setup: Configuring apps, general settings, payments, shipping, and taxes Shopify Store Strategy: Planning site structure, content, and images for optimal user experience Product Management & Shopify Product Upload: Handling bulk uploads, SKUs, variants, collections, and sub-collections Conversion & Optimization: Product page optimization, CRO, speed, and overall store performance Graphic Design: Designing banners, visuals, and branded store assets Notable Experience 7 years of experience as a Shopify designer and Shopify website developer 247+ completed Shopify projects, including complex third-party integrations Built full Shopify stores from scratch, managing thousands of products with multi-level category and subcategory structures for ANA Sourcing Shopify Expert with English fluency Maintained a 4.9-star average rating as a Shopify developer and Shopify designer

Codersy
C
AgencyBelgrade, SerbiaFrom $500
5.00(22 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
80

Codersy is a Shopify focused agency that designs and builds high converting storefronts for growing brands. With 300+ projects delivered, we specialise in Shopify and Shopify Plus, custom theme development, and performance first builds that feel pixel perfect on every device. We also handle complex integrations and custom apps when off the shelf solutions fall short. Expect clear communication, disciplined QA, and an owner ready handover so your store stays fast, stable, and easy to evolve long term.

Offered services
Store Setup & Management
Shopify Development
Design, UX & Branding
ZAGO Agency
ZA
AgencyStockholm, SwedenFrom $500
4.90(463 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
85

ZAGO Agency is a Sweden-based Shopify Plus Premier Partner that builds and scales high-performance eCommerce for brands that refuse to settle for average. We specialize in complex Shopify ecosystems from B2B and custom integrations to advanced automation transforming storefronts into scalable revenue engines with measurable ROI. Our work sits at the intersection of strategy, design, and engineering. That means every decision we make is grounded in performance: faster load times, higher conversion rates, and systems that support long-term growth. Unlike traditional agencies, we don’t just “deliver projects.” We partner with brands to solve real business problems whether that’s replatforming from legacy systems, building bespoke Shopify experiences, or optimizing operations through smart automation. From lean startups to enterprise brands, we build Shopify solutions designed to scale with you. Connect with us at: [email protected] | + 46 (0) 765 94 1670 Schedule a Discover Call here: https://calendly.com/shopifyexperts/30min

Shinetech Software
SS
AgencyBeijing, ChinaFrom $40
5.00(5 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
55

Shinetech Shopidev is the dedicated Shopify development team within Shinetech Software. We specialize in building, customizing, and scaling Shopify stores for growing brands and enterprise merchants. As a Shopify Partner, our team combines deep technical expertise with proven delivery processes to provide reliable, long term ecommerce solutions.

Vigeo Studio
VS
AgencyBratislava, SlovakiaFrom $100
5.00(3 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
35

We specialize in custom development and end-to-end technical support for Shopify merchants, from daily store maintenance to complex custom engineering. We bridge the gap between simple design and advanced functionality. Our Technical Expertise We deploy a robust tech stack to build scalable, high-performing solutions: Frontend: Liquid, JavaScript (React/Vue), HTML5, and CSS3. Backend & Integrations: Node.js and PHP for custom apps and API connections. Low-Code Solutions: We have a dedicated team trained specifically in GemPages for rapid, high-converting landing page builds. How We Help Custom Development: Our senior developers write clean, bespoke code for features that off-the-shelf themes can’t handle. Store Health & Maintenance: Ongoing site audits, speed optimization, and technical troubleshooting. Operational Support: Expert assistance with product uploads, catalog management, and content updates. Whether you need a quick GemPages layout or a complex custom-coded integration, we provide reliable, growth-oriented solutions tailored to your brand.

Matteo Gavin
MG
Theme DeveloperRome, ItalyFrom $65
5.00(26 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
80

Hi, I’m Matteo, a Shopify Expert and Web Designer specialized in building, optimizing, and scaling high-performance eCommerce experiences. I’ve worked extensively with Shopify for several years, helping medium and large businesses design, develop, and grow their online stores with a strong focus on UX, performance, and conversion rate optimization. I’m currently ranked among the Top 10 Shopify Experts in Italy, and I collaborate daily with brands that need more than just a “nice-looking” store, they need a platform that truly supports their business goals. My experience covers: Custom Shopify theme development Advanced theme customization and UI/UX optimization Shopify app integrations and API-based solutions Store migrations and complex setups (B2C, B2B, multi-market) Ongoing optimization, performance improvements, and CRO

Maukau
M
AgencyParis, FranceFrom $500
5.00(5 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
75

Maukau (pronounced mo-ko ) takes a holistic approach to e-commerce growth. We identify and execute on the highest-impact opportunities across your entire business—not just your storefront. Since 2016, we've worked exclusively on Shopify, helping merchants with established product-market fit break through their revenue ceiling. What we do: → Complete store redesigns & Shopify Plus migrations → Store audits & analytics → CRO & UI/UX optimization → Back-end automation & operational workflows → Retail & international expansion → Strategic guidance on where to focus for maximum impact Back-end stack: Matrixify · Mechanic · Shopify Flow · SupaEasy (Shopify Functions) · Checkout Blocks (Checkout Extensibility) · Elevar · Prediko · Order Edit · Baback · Siena · Atlas Pickup Points Marketing & retention: Klaviyo · Loyoly · WhatsApp · JudgeMe · Social Snowball Our average client relationship spans 4 years. Merchants see +78% revenue growth on average after their first year working with us. Based in Paris with US/UK backgrounds and native English fluency—we work seamlessly with international brands.

Australia's Shopify bench: agency-led and strategy-heavy

Consulting almost matches marketing. 49 of the 74 experts based in Australia list Marketing & Growth and 46 list Consulting & Strategy. If a candidate proposes a paid discovery phase, it can earn its fee on a replatform. On a defined fix, skip it.

Agencies, mostly. 67 of the 74 experts based in Australia are agencies and 7 are freelancers, more than nine firms for every solo specialist. If you want one person doing the work and taking the calls, start with those seven profiles.

Development is the norm, tax is rare. 71 list Store Setup & Management and 61 list Shopify Development, but only 3 list Finance, Taxes & Compliance. Expect whoever builds your store to set up GST as well, and ask each candidate how they've handled it before.

Cities and languages. Profiles name Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Perth and South Yarra. Remote delivery is normal for Shopify work, so a store in Perth can hire Shopify developers in Australia based in Sydney or Melbourne without giving much up. English is on 71 profiles; Spanish (5), Italian (3), French (3) and Hindi (2) are rare, so a store selling in another language may need a separate translator.

Who appears below. Australian profiles sit at the top. Beneath them you'll find experts from other countries who serve Australian and New Zealand stores too. Scroll past the local profiles if none fits your budget or your stack.

Shortlist on category first. A store that needs a rebuild wants development depth; a store with traffic but weak sales wants the marketing side. Then ask each candidate for one Australian store they launched and how long it really took.

What do Shopify experts and agencies in Australia charge?

Starting prices appear on 41 of the 74 Australian profiles. They're quoted in US dollars as of October 2026, and profiles showing zero don't count. A starting price is the smallest job an expert will price, never a quote for your store.

Middle half of starting prices

$100 – $1,000

Where half of the 41 Australian prices sit

Median starting price

$250

Median of the 41 starting prices listed

Top quarter of listed prices

$1,000 – $30,000

The highest quarter of Australian starting prices

Convert before you compare. Your Shopify payouts arrive in Australian dollars, and a USD figure can look cheaper or dearer than it is. Ask for quotes in AUD, and ask whether GST is added to the expert's own invoice.

What drives the number. Catalogue size, custom theme work versus an adapted theme, a migration, POS across one or more shops, and how much strategy is bundled in. With consulting on 46 Australian profiles, ask whether a discovery phase is included and whether you can drop it.

For an accurate quote, send your store URL, SKU count, sales channels, deadline and a budget band. The tighter the brief, the closer the first number lands.

What an Australian store needs from its Shopify set-up

GST through Basic Tax. Australia isn't a Shopify Tax region. GST runs through Shopify's Basic Tax service, which requires a tax registration number. Your expert can't finish this part without it, so send the number with the brief and have your accountant check the settings before launch.

AUD payouts. Australian-based stores get Shopify Payments, paid out in Australian dollars. Shopify Capital is offered to eligible Australian businesses, though that's a conversation with Shopify rather than a job for your expert. Do check that payouts land in the right bank account during testing, not after the first sales weekend.

Shops and pop-ups. Australian merchants can order POS hardware direct from Shopify's hardware store. Shopify POS can also turn a phone into a card reader with Tap to Pay on iPhone and Android, but only once Shopify Payments is switched on, so get payments live before you plan a counter around phones.

Language. Admin and checkout run in English. Translation only becomes set-up work if you start selling into non-English markets.

What a good expert asks. Your GST registration status, whether you sell in person, which payment methods you need beyond cards and whether Shopify Payments covers them, and who will own the store and its app subscriptions. If none of these come up in the first call, keep looking.

What experts based in Australia list most

Consulting sits just three profiles behind marketing on the Australian list, and tax work barely registers.

Store Setup & Management

On 71 profiles, nearly every local expert

Shopify Development

Listed by 61 of the 74 Australian profiles

Marketing & Growth

49 offer acquisition, email and retention work

Consulting & Strategy

46, nearly level with marketing

Design, UX & Branding

33 list design; Copywriting & Content sits at 28

Finance, Taxes & Compliance

Only 3, so test GST know-how in the first call

Shopify experts in Australia: GST, offshore help and other questions

Is a Shopify freelancer in Australia ever the better hire?

Yes, for contained jobs: a theme change, an app configured, a batch of product pages. You also get the person doing the work on every call. With only seven freelancers among the Australian profiles, though, expect a short list. Once design, build and marketing all have to move together, an agency makes more sense.

Should I hire offshore Shopify developers instead of Australian ones?

Offshore developers can do well on tightly specified development tasks. Set-up decisions are different: GST under Basic Tax, Shopify Payments, POS and Tap to Pay are easier with someone who has configured Australian stores before. If you go offshore, keep GST and Shopify Payments with someone who has set them up for an Australian store, and hand over only work with a written spec.

What if I don't have a tax registration number yet?

Shopify's Basic Tax service needs one, so your expert can't complete GST set-up without it. Don't let anyone launch with tax switched off as a workaround. Ask your accountant whether you need to register before you start trading online, and let the expert build everything else while you sort it.

How do I check an Australian expert's past work?

Ask for live Australian stores they built, not mock-ups. Load them on your phone, add something to the cart and walk to the checkout to see how GST appears. Then ask one client what went wrong during the project and how the expert handled it. That answer tells you more than the portfolio.

Does a Shopify agency in Australia need to be in my city?

Look across Australia, in most cases. Shopify projects run remotely, and the best fit for your category may sit in another state. City only matters when you want in-person workshops or help setting up POS in a physical shop. If you're in Sydney and want someone local, start with the Shopify experts in Sydney.

How do I check whether a Shopify partner in Australia is listed with Shopify?

Shopify Partner is Shopify's own programme for agencies and freelancers who build on the platform, and a profile here doesn't confirm it on its own. Ask for the expert's listing in Shopify's Partner Directory, then compare the stores and reviews shown there with what they told you. If the two don't line up, ask why before you sign.