Our company is committed to being trusted voices of light and truth reaching hundreds of millions of people worldwide.
E-Commerce Developer
LOCATION
Deseret Book Corporate Office
Salt Lake City, UT
START DATE
Immediately
POSITION TYPE
Full Time; Hybrid
WAGE
$103,000 - $129,000 - annual
OUR COMPANY
Deseret Book is a mission-driven company, committed to being a trusted gathering place for thoughtful expressions of faith. Established in1866, today we create and curate stories worth telling, questions worth exploring, and beauty worth sharing to improve the lives of individuals and families in every step of their faith journey.
In our work culture, we put people first. Our team members are dedicated to meeting the needs of our communities as we work together, creating an environment where collaboration is critical and personal accountability is expected. If you are passionate about helping people find inspiration and help for their lives, and working with colleagues who want to do the same, then Deseret Book Company is the place for you.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The E-Commerce Developer will be responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of our e-commerce platforms and related systems to support Deseret Book’s online retail operations. This role works primarily within Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) and Shopify, and collaborates closely with business unit leaders to build creative, scalable solutions to complex e-commerce challenges.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
60% Platform Development
- E-commerce development using Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC)/Demandware and Shopify platforms
- Design and implement custom cartridges, pipelines, and controllers within SFCC; develop and extend custom Shopify themes and apps
- Integration development connecting SFCC and Shopify with internal systems, payment gateways, and third-party services
- Perform all steps of the development life cycle from design and planning through testing and deployment
- Optimize site performance and ensure scalability for high-traffic periods across both platforms
25% Collaboration & Solutions Design
- Work collaboratively with business unit leaders to develop creative solutions to challenging e-commerce requirements
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including marketing, merchandising, and operations to deliver seamless digital experiences
- Participate actively in agile/scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives
15% Maintenance & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor platform health and proactively address performance, security, and reliability issues
- Stay current on emerging SFCC and Shopify features and e-commerce best practices
- Maintain documentation for custom development, integrations, and deployment processes
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional experience in e-commerce development, preferably with Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC)/Demandware and/or Shopify
- Strong knowledge of Demandware Script, ISML templates, and SFCC architecture
- Familiarity with Shopify Liquid templating, Shopify APIs, and the Shopify app ecosystem
- Experience with RESTful APIs and web services integration
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive web design
- Understanding of e-commerce best practices including checkout flows, inventory management, and order processing
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on large projects with team members
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with SFCC B2C Commerce development and Site Genesis
- Shopify Plus experience and familiarity with custom app development
- Knowledge of payment processing, tax calculation, and shipping integrations
- Experience with SFCC Business Manager configuration and administration
- Experience leveraging SFCC and Shopify APIs and integrating with CRM, ERP, and marketing automation platforms
- Experience with JavaScript frameworks such as Angular, React, or jQuery
- Experience in an Agile/Scrum work environment
- Experience with high-traffic e-commerce sites and performance optimization
- Knowledge of SEO best practices for e-commerce platforms
BENEFITS
- Excellent medical, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan with company matching funds
- Company-funded retirement plan
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply. We're committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to a team and culture that embraces and celebrates diversity and inclusion without regard to race, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the State of Utah.
