Senior Salesforce Developer

Job Description: Position Overview We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Lead Front-End Developer with extensive expertise in Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) and in-depth knowledge of Storefront Reference Architecture (SFRA). This pivotal leadership role demands a seasoned professional capable of architecting and overseeing the development of scalable, high-performance, and visually compelling eCommerce solutions. The successful candidate will lead a team of front-end engineers, foster best practices, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of UI/UX designs with back-end business logic while maintaining rigorous standards for code quality, accessibility, and maintainability. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership and Architectural Oversight - Define and drive the front-end architecture strategy for SFCC initiatives, ensuring solutions are scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance. - Provide leadership and mentorship to front-end development teams, instilling best practices around SFRA, modular design, and robust coding standards. - Collaborate closely with product management, UX/UI design, back-end engineering, and quality assurance teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications and high-quality deliverables. - Advocate for continuous technical innovation by introducing modern tools, frameworks, and methodologies that enhance development efficiency and product quality. SFRA-Based Front-End Development and Integration - Architect and implement reusable, modular front-end components within the SFRA framework aligned with business objectives. - Customize and extend SFCC templates using ISML, JavaScript (ES6+), jQuery, SCSS, Page Designer, and other relevant technologies to meet complex functional requirements. - Ensure consistent application of responsive, mobile-first design principles using Bootstrap or equivalent frameworks, guaranteeing pixel-perfect translation of UI/UX designs. - Maintain strict adherence to accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA) and cross-browser compatibility requirements. - Lead efforts in front-end performance optimization through techniques such as code splitting, lazy loading, and critical CSS management. Collaboration, Quality Assurance, and Mentorship - Oversee and enforce code review processes to uphold high-quality coding standards and maintainable codebases. - Mentor junior and mid-level developers, fostering professional growth and ensuring alignment with project goals and best practices. - Facilitate comprehensive documentation of front-end architecture, processes, and standards to support knowledge sharing and continuity. Required Qualifications - A minimum of 6 years of front-end development experience, including at least 3 years dedicated to Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) and Storefront Reference Architecture (SFRA). - Expert proficiency in HTML5, CSS3 (SCSS), and JavaScript (ES6+), with a solid grasp of modular and component-based development paradigms. Experience with React or similar modern JavaScript frameworks. - Extensive experience with ISML templating, SFRA framework, Page Designer, and JavaScript controllers. - Demonstrated ability to develop scalable, responsive, and mobile-first web interfaces utilizing Bootstrap or comparable frameworks. - Strong expertise in front-end performance optimization strategies, including code splitting, lazy loading, and critical CSS management. - Proficiency in version control with Git, as well as build tools such as Webpack and package managers like NPM, complemented by experience with third-party integration tools. Core Competencies - Proven leadership capabilities with a demonstrated ability to guide and develop high-performing technical teams. - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating effective collaboration across diverse and distributed teams. - Meticulous attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions. - Strategic mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and adoption of emerging front-end technologies. Preferred Qualifications - Salesforce Certifications or equivalent credentials. - Experience with Headless Commerce architecture, Progressive Web Apps (PWA), or related modern front-end architectures. - Familiarity with Agile methodologies and CI/CD processes. - Immediate joiner. Qualifications: - BE/BTECH/MCA - Proven experience working with Salesforce Commerce Cloud - Proficient in troubleshooting complex issues related to Salesforce configuration, customizations, and integrations. - Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. Location: DGS India - Pune - Kharadi EON Free Zone Brand: Merkle Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent