Salesforce Developer Led OR Architect: W2 role

Role : Salesforce Developer Led

Remote

Long term contract

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Salesforce Lead Developer to join our team. This individual will be responsible for leading the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality, scalable, and innovative solutions on the Salesforce platform. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in Salesforce, a strong understanding of best practices, and a commitment to staying current with the latest Salesforce technologies and features. They will also mentor junior developers and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership & Design:
  • Lead the technical design and architecture of complex Salesforce solutions, ensuring alignment with business requirements and Salesforce best practices.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, conducting code reviews, promoting code quality, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Evaluate and recommend appropriate Salesforce technologies and features to address business needs, considering factors like scalability, performance, security, and maintainability.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design documents, architecture diagrams, and API specifications.
  • Lead the development of proof-of-concepts (POCs) to evaluate new technologies and approaches.
• Development & Implementation:
  • Develop custom solutions using Apex, Visualforce/Lightning Web Components (LWC), Lightning Aura Components, SOQL, SOSL, and Salesforce APIs.
  • Configure and customize Salesforce platform features, including but not limited to:
    • Process Builder, Flows, Workflow Rules
    • Validation Rules, Assignment Rules, Escalation Rules
    • Custom Objects, Fields, Relationships
    • Page Layouts, Record Types, Profiles, Permission Sets
    • Reports and Dashboards
  • Develop and maintain integrations between Salesforce and other systems using REST/SOAP APIs, middleware platforms (e.g., MuleSoft), and other integration tools.
  • Implement and manage Salesforce DX and source control (e.g., Git) for version control and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
  • Write and execute unit, integration, and system tests to ensure the quality and reliability of developed solutions.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, providing timely and effective solutions.
• Salesforce Best Practices & Standards:
  • Adhere to and champion Salesforce best practices for development, configuration, and security.
  • Ensure code compliance with established coding standards and guidelines.
  • Implement and maintain security best practices, including data security, access control, and vulnerability management.
  • Stay up-to-date with Salesforce governor limits and optimize code to ensure efficient resource utilization.
  • Promote the use of reusable components and patterns to improve code maintainability and reduce development time.
• Staying Current with Salesforce:
  • Actively monitor and evaluate new Salesforce releases, features, and products.
  • Obtain and maintain relevant Salesforce certifications (e.g., Platform Developer I, Platform Developer II, Application Architect, System Architect).
  • Participate in the Salesforce community (e.g., Trailblazer Community, forums, user groups) to share knowledge and learn from others.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to leverage new Salesforce features to improve business processes and enhance user experience.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Collaborate effectively with business stakeholders, analysts, administrators, and other developers to gather requirements, design solutions, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Provide regular status updates to project managers and stakeholders.
  • Actively participate in team meetings, code reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Salesforce Developer.
  • 2+ years of experience in a lead or senior developer role, demonstrating technical leadership and mentorship capabilities.
  • Proven experience developing complex solutions using Apex, Visualforce/Lightning Web Components (LWC), and Lightning Aura Components.
  • Strong experience with Salesforce APIs (REST, SOAP, Bulk, Metadata).
  • Experience with Salesforce DX and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Experience with source control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Experience with integration platforms (e.g., MuleSoft, Dell Boomi) is a plus.
• Certifications:
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I (required)
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II (highly preferred)
  • Additional Salesforce certifications (e.g., Application Architect, System Architect) are a strong advantage.
• Skills:
  • Expert-level knowledge of Salesforce platform capabilities and limitations.
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
  • Proficiency in SOQL, SOSL, and data modeling.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Salesforce Industries (e.g., Health Cloud, Financial Services Cloud, Manufacturing Cloud, Consumer Goods Cloud).
• Experience with Salesforce CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote).
• Experience with Salesforce Experience Cloud (formerly Community Cloud).
• Experience with Revenue Cloud, Marketing Cloud, and Pardot (now known as Marketing Cloud Account Engagement).
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience with Javascript frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).
• Experience with Salesforce CRM Analytics (CRMA) / Tableau CRM, including building dashboards, lenses, and datasets, and understanding of SAQL.