Salesforce Commerce Cloud Architect

STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in Mexico and India We are seeking a highly skilled Commerce Cloud Architect to join our team for an exciting and challenging opportunity. This remote contract role offers a chance to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies and drive innovative eCommerce solutions. As a Commerce Cloud Architect, you will play a vital role in designing, developing, and implementing cloud-based solutions for eCommerce platforms, ensuring scalability, performance, security, and seamless customer experiences. Responsibilities Solution Architecture: Design and implement end-to-end Commerce Cloud solutions aligned with business goals, technical requirements, and industry best practices. Cloud Integration: Integrate third-party services, applications, and data sources with the Commerce Cloud platform for seamless system communication. Scalability & Performance: Optimize architecture for high availability, scalability, and performance, especially during peak traffic periods. Security & Compliance: Develop secure cloud architectures compliant with industry regulations and best practices. Customization & Optimization: Lead customization efforts on the Commerce Cloud platform to meet business needs, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency. Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with product managers, business stakeholders, and development teams to ensure requirements are clearly understood and implemented. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of architecture, processes, and best practices for Commerce Cloud solution development and deployment. Troubleshooting & Support: Provide guidance and support for cloud-based systems to resolve any issues during the project lifecycle. Continuous Improvement: Stay current with Commerce Cloud trends, tools, and technologies, suggesting improvements to enhance system performance and capabilities. Qualifications Experience: Minimum 5 years in eCommerce architecture and solution design, with at least 3 years focused on cloud-based platforms, ideally Commerce Cloud (e.g., Salesforce Commerce Cloud, Adobe Commerce). Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of cloud technologies and architecture with hands-on experience in cloud-based eCommerce solutions integration. Commerce Cloud Knowledge: Proven expertise in platforms such as Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC), Magento, Shopify Plus, or BigCommerce. Cloud Infrastructure: Proficiency in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native tools. API & Integration: Experience with API integration, microservices, and third-party tools within the eCommerce ecosystem. Security & Compliance: Solid knowledge of cloud security principles, PCI compliance, and GDPR. Programming & Development: Familiarity with JavaScript, Node.js, or similar technologies, and a strong understanding of web development frameworks and cloud-based software development. Collaboration & Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Certifications: Cloud certifications (e.g., Salesforce Commerce Cloud, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are a plus. Preferred Leadership Experience: Experience in leading teams, mentoring junior developers, or holding a lead architect role. Agile Methodology: Familiarity with Agile development practices, including Scrum and Kanban. Performance Tuning & Cost Optimization: Expertise in optimizing cloud costs and application performance within eCommerce environments. Additional Details The base range for this contract position is $90 - $100/per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered. Benefits Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) through Anthem Dental/Vision/Various Ancillary coverages through Unum 401(k) retirement savings plan Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discount programs through ADP WorkforceNow About Us STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and globally with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Mexico, Japan, India, and more. STAND 8 focuses on the "bleeding edge" of technology and leverages automation, process, marketing, and over fifteen years of success and growth to provide a world-class experience for our customers, partners, and employees. Our mission is to impact the world positively by creating success through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY. Check out more at www.stand8.io; and reach out today to explore opportunities to grow together