Full-Time
Writer – Executive Communications
Shopify
10,001+ employees
E-commerce platform for creating online stores
No salary listed
Remote in Canada
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- Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with a proven ability to work inside someone else's voice and make it sharper, not smoother.
- 5–8 years of experience in executive communications or content strategy, ideally supporting a C-suite executive, founder, or high-profile leader.
- Deep familiarity with the tech industry, startup ecosystem, and internet culture. You know what's happening, why it matters, and how to turn it into a timely take.
- Strong understanding of LinkedIn best practices, social media dynamics, and what actually makes content perform across platforms.
- Fluency with AI tools and a real point of view on how to use them in editorial work: what they're good for, where they fall flat, and how to build systems around them.
- Ability to simplify complex topics like products, strategy, policy, and regulation into clear, accessible narratives without losing the substance.
- Strong editorial judgment and attention to detail, with the ability to shift between formal and conversational tones depending on context and channel.
- Experience managing content across multiple platforms simultaneously, with a strong sense of cadence, timing, and editorial rhythm.
- Comfort working independently, moving quickly on timely content, and exercising sound judgment without close supervision. You own the quality and success of your work.
- Experience working cross-functionally, building trusted relationships and delivering collaboratively in fast-paced environments where priorities shift quickly.
- Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders on narrative strategy and coach others toward higher-impact storytelling when needed.
- Located in EST timezone and willing to travel when needed.
- Draft and publish internal communications, including company-wide announcements and executive memos, that land with clarity, authenticity, and impact.
- Develop thought leadership, industry commentary, and engagement posts for LinkedIn that build executive presence and advance Shopify's narrative on commerce, technology, and entrepreneurship.
- Create timely, culturally resonant content for X and other social platforms, reflecting the executive's perspective on tech, internet culture, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
- Partner closely with the executive to sharpen and extend their existing voice across channels, acting as an amplifier and editorial collaborator with a strong point of view on what's working and what isn't.
- Monitor tech news, internet culture, and the entrepreneurial community to spot content opportunities, surfacing angles before they peak and connecting them to Shopify's strategic moments.
- Run a publishing cadence and content calendar across channels, coordinating releases around company milestones, product launches, earnings moments, and external conversations.
- Collaborate with Brand Social, External Communications, and other stakeholders to align executive messaging with broader Shopify narratives and keep signals from conflicting.
- Translate complex topics like products, policy, regulation, and strategic moves into clear, accessible narratives that resonate with diverse audiences without losing the substance.
- Prototype new formats and storytelling approaches, experimenting with emerging platforms to capture attention and drive real engagement.
- Build AI-powered systems for drafting support, monitoring, and audience insights that raise the bar on output without flattening voice, and continuously upgrade your own toolkit.
- Report on content performance through reach, sentiment, and engagement, and use the data to refine strategy and make the case for what's working.
- Navigate reputational nuance with sound editorial judgment, balancing authenticity, strategic objectives, and Shopify's external presence in fast-moving situations.
- Previous experience supporting a C-suite executive or founder at a technology company.
- Background in tech journalism, VC communications, or startup marketing.
- Existing network or presence in tech and entrepreneurial communities.
- Experience with Shopify's brand voice, products, and the broader commerce ecosystem.
Shopify provides an online platform that lets businesses create and manage their own online stores. It offers a one-stop package for building storefronts, processing payments, handling shipping, and engaging customers, all through a subscription-based model. Merchants choose a plan, then use Shopify’s web-based tools to design their site, add products, set up checkout, and access apps and themes to customize features. The platform also leverages data from billions of interactions to improve services with machine learning, helping merchants optimize sales and operations. What sets Shopify apart is its large ecosystem of app developers, theme designers, and partners that extend functionality, plus its emphasis on an easy-to-use, integrated system rather than relying on separate tools. The company’s goal is to help businesses of all sizes establish and grow an online presence quickly and reliably, reaching customers around the world.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Ottawa, Canada
Founded
2006
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 revenue hit $3.583 billion, up 34%, with $654 million free cash flow.
- Affirm launched Shop Pay Installments in Australia on August 27, 2026, expanding conversion tools.
- Deposco's August 26, 2026 Shopify POS extension strengthens omnichannel inventory and BOPIS adoption.
What critics are saying
- Briskin v. Shopify survives in California federal court, threatening damages and checkout redesigns by 2027.
- April 2026 layoffs show operations retrenchment while AI adoption pressures employees and support quality.
- Anthropic's Claude Code conflict and AGENTS.md fragmentation risk internal tool chaos and slower engineering.
What makes Shopify unique
- Shop Pay has 250 million buyers and drives Shopify’s highest-converting checkout, August 2026.
- Shopify Catalog and Universal Commerce Protocol make products purchasable inside AI agents, June 2026.
- Hydrogen and POS unify online storefronts, offline checkout, and fulfillment workflows in one stack.
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↑ 0%Shopify has acquired Tailwind Labs, the company behind the open-source CSS framework Tailwind CSS, which is installed over 110 million times weekly. Tailwind Labs CEO Adam Wathan announced the acquisition, stating Shopify will provide "a stable long-term home" for the framework. The move comes after AI coding tools significantly impacted Tailwind Labs' revenue, forcing layoffs of three employees in January. Wathan blamed "vibe coding" tools for coming between the product and potential customers. The core Tailwind CSS framework will remain MIT-licensed and open source. However, Tailwind Labs will discontinue new sign-ups for premium services, including Tailwind Plus and ui.sh, to focus on development at Shopify. Existing paid customers will retain access to these services. Wathan said Shopify's early adoption of Tailwind CSS made it an ideal acquirer.
Shopify has acquired Tailwind Labs, bringing the popular open-source CSS framework under its ownership. Tailwind Labs CEO Adam Wathan announced the deal, citing Shopify as an early adopter and ideal home for continued development. Tailwind CSS, installed over 110 million times weekly, faced financial challenges as AI coding tools began eroding its revenue. Wathan laid off three employees in January, blaming "vibe coding" tools for declining traffic and income. The open-source framework will remain MIT-licensed and community-maintained with Shopify's support. However, Tailwind's premium services, including Tailwind Plus and ui.sh, will close to new customers as the team shifts focus to core development at Shopify. Existing paid customers retain access to these services.
2 stocks I'd buy for a year-end breakout. These two top Canadian growth stocks are delivering strong business growth, making their stocks worth watching as 2026 enters its final stretch. Published September 9, 9:30 pm EDT [You're reading a Fool.ca free article. Go to your Premium Motley Fool experience to see member-only content.] Key Points * Shopify's recent share-price weakness contrasts sharply with its 34% YoY revenue growth and improving free cash flow. * Celestica's revenue surged 62% YoY in the latest quarter as strong customer demand continued to fuel growth. * Both companies have encouraging near-term outlooks that could support a potential year-end breakout. As macroeconomic uncertainties, inflationary pressures, and geopolitical tensions dampen market sentiment in 2026, I wouldn't blame investors for being more careful with Canadian growth stocks. But I also wouldn't wait until every uncertainty disappears before buying them. Keeping that in mind, two technology stocks look especially interesting to me right now, despite their stocks taking very different paths in recent months. Let me highlight these two TSX-listed tech stocks you can buy today for their potential to deliver a strong year-end breakout. Shopify stock. After spending much of 2026 under pressure, Shopify (TSX: SHOP) could be setting up for a stronger finish if its impressive revenue and cash flow momentum keep winning investors back. Shares of this Ottawa-based commerce platform giant currently trade close to $185 per share, giving it a market cap of $238 billion. Despite the broader market rally, its shares have slipped 16% so far in 2026, making it look even more attractive to buy on the dip. In the June quarter, the company's revenue surged 34% year-over-year (YoY) to US$3.6 billion, while its gross merchandise volume climbed 32% YoY to US$115.6 billion. Shopify's merchant solutions revenue was even stronger, jumping 37% YoY to US$2.8 billion. Tired of guessing which stocks to buy? When its analyst team has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, Stock Advisor Canada's total average return is 101% - a market-crushing outperformance compared to 91% for the S&P/TSX Composite Index. They revealed what they believe are 10 stocks for investors to buy right now, available when you join Stock Advisor Canada. * Returns as of September 8th, 2026 More importantly, Shopify is turning that growth into stronger profits and cash flow, as its operating income soared 68% YoY in the latest quarter. I expect its financial growth to remain strong through year-end, with the company projecting a free cash flow margin in the high-teens to low-twenties range. Along with that, the tech giant continues to focus on artificial intelligence (AI) to expand what merchants can accomplish through its platform. Despite its recent share-price weakness, Shopify clearly has several factors working in its favour. If the company maintains its strong operating momentum, SHOP stock could be an attractive buy ahead of a potential breakout into year-end. Celestica stock. Unlike Shopify, Celestica (TSX: CLS) doesn't need a comeback to break out. Its business is already firing on all cylinders, and rising forecasts could keep its stock moving strongly higher through year-end. This Toronto-based firm mainly provides manufacturing, supply chain, and hardware platform solutions, with significant exposure to AI data centre infrastructure and cloud markets. Following a 35% rally over the last year, Celestica stock now trades at $454.60 per share with a market cap of $57.2 billion. In the second quarter, the tech manufacturer's revenue soared 62% YoY, while adjusted earnings jumped about 83% to US$2.54 per share. The company attributed its better-than-expected results to stronger customer demand and solid operational execution. The biggest boost came from Celestica's connectivity and cloud solutions segment, where its revenue surged 84% YoY. Stronger-than-anticipated operating leverage also helped its adjusted earnings exceed the high end of management's guidance. Beyond 2026, Celestica expects its 2027 revenue growth rate to accelerate beyond the 65% growth anticipated this year, supported by strong customer demand and new program wins. With demand visibility improving and earnings expectations moving higher, CLS looks well positioned heading into the final months of 2026. That great mix makes Celestica another attractive stock I'd buy for a potential year-end breakout.
Ottawa-based Shopify has acquired Tailwind Labs, the Canadian company behind the open-source web development framework Tailwind CSS. Financial terms were not disclosed. Founded in 2017, Tailwind developed a utility-first CSS framework that helps developers quickly style websites. A 2025 State of CSS Survey found Tailwind CSS was the most popular such framework, used by 51 percent of respondents. The framework is installed over 110 million times per week and styles products including ChatGPT, X, Cloudflare, and Reddit. Tailwind had faced challenges from AI, with revenue down nearly 80 percent in January despite growing usage. AI led to a 40-percent drop in traffic to its documentation since 2023. Tailwind CSS will remain MIT-licensed and continue to be maintained by the Tailwind team with Shopify's support.
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