Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) Architect

Location: Remote (U.S.-based)Employment Type: Open W-2 Hourly or C2C. Compensation: $85/hr W-2 Hourly or $100/hr on C2C. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, skills, and overall qualifications.Requirements: Must be authorized to work legally in the US without sponsorship, now or in the future.About UsConcord isn't your typical consulting firm; we are an execution company with a passion for making things happen. Our mission is to help clients enhance customer experiences, optimize operations, and revolutionize their product offerings through seamless integration, optimization, and activation of technology and data.We are purpose-built, merging the industry’s top specialty companies to amplify our Innovation Capabilities in analytics & AI, data management & engineering, UX and digital experience, and technical platform integration, automation & security engineering.About the RoleWe are looking for a seasoned Full Stack Architect with deep expertise in Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) to join a high-impact digital commerce engagement. You'll be working at the architecture level — designing scalable, performant solutions and guiding technical direction across the full stack. This is a remote-first role open to candidates across the United States.What You’ll Be DoingArchitect and lead development of enterprise-scale e-commerce solutions on Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC/Demandware).Design front-end and back-end systems with a focus on performance, scalability, and maintainability.Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and engineering teams to translate requirements into technical architecture.Define and enforce best practices across the development lifecycle, including code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, and testing standards.Evaluate and integrate third-party services, APIs, and headless/composable commerce patterns.Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.Leverage AI-assisted development tools — including Claude — to accelerate delivery and improve engineering quality.Experience and SkillsRequired Experience:8+ years of full-stack development experience, with at least 3+ years in an architect-level role.Deep hands-on expertise with Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC / Demandware), including cartridge development, OCAPI/SCAPI, and Business Manager.Strong front-end proficiency: JavaScript, React or similar frameworks, HTML5/CSS3.Solid back-end skills: Node.js, REST/GraphQL API design, microservices architecture.Experience working in retail, CPG, or e-commerce domains — understanding of merchandising, catalog management, promotions, and checkout flows.Strong grasp of cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and DevOps practices.Hands-on experience using Claude (Anthropic) in a development context — prompt engineering, API integration, AI-assisted coding workflows, or building internal tools powered by ClaudeSalesforce B2C Commerce Developer certification or other relevant certifications. Preferred Experience:Experience building or migrating to PWA Kit (SFCC's Progressive Web App framework) or comparable headless commerce PWA implementations — this is a strong differentiator.Retail industry background: familiarity with inventory systems, OMS integrations, loyalty platforms, or POS connectivity.Familiarity with composable/headless commerce architecture (e.g., MACH principles).Soft Skills & Delivery:Technically fluent but able to communicate clearly in business terms — comfortable presenting architecture decisions to both engineering teams and executive stakeholders.Strategic thinker who operates well in high-stakes environments and can drive clarity. Collaborative leader who thrives in building alignment across cross-functional teams. What We Offer (W-2 Employment)Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to support your overall well-being.Employer Contributions to Health Savings Accounts (HSA): For employees enrolled in High Deductible Health Plans, Concord contributes toward your HSA.Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses, plus a Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) for wellness and personal development.Disability Insurance: Short-term (up to 12 weeks) and long-term coverage, fully paid by the employer.Life and AD&D Insurance: Employer-provided coverage with options for additional voluntary coverage.Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Support for legal, financial, and personal challenges.401(k) Retirement Savings: 1% employer match.Career Growth Opportunities: Pathways for advancement and skill development.Team Engagement Activities: Regular team-building events and company-sponsored activities to foster collaboration and connection.