Freelance web & Shopify developer for Chicago businesses
I build fast, modern websites and high-converting Shopify stores for businesses in Chicago and across the US. US Central timezone availability with senior developer direct access.
- US Central hours
- Senior developer direct
- 24-hour quote
- No agency fluff
Direct senior developer access
You work one-on-one directly with me. Senior-level code quality, on US business hours, with clear quotes and fast turnaround. No agency overhead.
- CST hours
US Central timezone
My schedule aligns with US Central Time for live afternoon calls, Slack updates and urgent requests.
- Direct pricing
40–60% below agency rates
Working directly with a senior freelance developer costs meaningfully less than a Chicago agency, while giving you direct one-on-one communication.
What I do for these brands
- Custom Shopify store redesigns and Liquid theme development
- React and Next.js web application builds
- WordPress and WooCommerce development
- Conversion rate optimization and mobile-first UX
- Core Web Vitals and page-speed engineering
- Ongoing maintenance, updates and technical support
Built for brands in Chicago
NRChia Foods
2026Organic plant-based protein bites — vegan, gluten-free and made without artificial sweeteners.
Full store buildProduct storytellingConversion-led PDP
Inelia Records
2025An independent music label selling albums, lyrics and merchandise direct to its own audience.
Full store buildAlbum and merch catalogueRelease merchandising
Inelia Benz Books
2025A publishing storefront for fiction and non-fiction, organised by series rather than by title.
Full store buildSeries-based collectionsPre-order and release flow
GK Technova
2026Premium tech accessories — ambient lighting, audio and gaming gear for desk setups.
Full store buildCollection architectureMobile-first PDP
Frequently asked questions
Do you work with Chicago and US clients remotely?
Yes, I work with Chicago and US-based clients fully remotely via Zoom, email, and WhatsApp. Most clients find direct remote collaboration seamless with same-day responses.
What timezone do you work in?
I align my working schedule with US Central Time (Chicago) for live afternoon calls, Slack updates, and urgent requests.
Can you build or redesign a Shopify store for my Chicago brand?
Yes. Shopify store redesigns, custom Liquid themes, and conversion rate optimization are my core specialty.
How much does a freelance web developer cost compared to a Chicago agency?
Working directly with a senior freelance developer saves 40-60% compared to Chicago agency rates while providing direct one-on-one communication without agency fluff.
Do you build WordPress sites for Chicago businesses?
Yes. WordPress and WooCommerce builds run on the same US Central hours as everything else. I build clean custom themes rather than plugin-heavy page builder stacks, which is what keeps a WordPress site fast enough to pass Core Web Vitals as it grows.
Chicago businesses hiring a web developer remotely want senior-level code quality, clear quotes, and direct communication. I align my availability with US Central Time for afternoon calls and rapid same-day updates. From custom Shopify store redesigns to WordPress and WooCommerce builds to React web applications, I deliver scalable, mobile-first websites engineered for high search visibility and sales conversions. WordPress work is built on clean custom themes rather than plugin-heavy page builders, so a Chicago WordPress site stays fast as it grows rather than slowing down under its own plugins.
Based in Karachi, Pakistan, working with brands in Chicago and beyond.
Send me the store. I’ll tell you what I’d fix first.
No charge for the assessment and no obligation. If I’m not the right person for it, I’ll say so and point you at what is.
hello@bilalburney.com