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Lead discovery workshops and architect Salesforce Data 360 solutions that unify enterprise data through ingestion, identity resolution, governance, zero-copy integrations, segmentation, and real-time activation. Design integrations across Salesforce clouds and external data sources, define marketing and customer lifecycle strategies, and support pre-sales engagements. The role requires hands-on Data Cloud implementation expertise, data modeling, privacy and consent knowledge, and active Salesforce certifications.
Solution Architect - Salesforce Data 360
Location: Fully remote (United States)
We are searching for a seasoned Solution Architect and pioneer of the newly rebranded Salesforce Data 360 (formerly Data Cloud) to join the fastest-growing partner in the Salesforce ecosystem. This role demands a deep commitment to transforming how businesses activate trusted data everywhere. You will lead the charge by unifying fragmented enterprise data into a complete, actionable view using Zero-Copy integrations (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks) to power real-time workflows and the complete Customer 360.
As part of the Salesforce Data 360 and Agentforce Marketing Capability, you will be the champion of Data 360, utilizing your hands-on implementation experience to lead all discovery workshops and showcasing your deep product knowledge during the pre-sales process. In this role, you’ll define the full architecture and data strategy that powers Salesforce Data 360 implementations. You’ll design across all core layers including ingestion, unification, activation, and orchestration that ensures data is harmonized, trusted, and ready for AI-driven activation. You’ll model and resolve customer identities, define data streams and calculated insights, and architect Zero-Copy integrations using Snowflake Secure Data Sharing and Databricks Delta Sharing. A deep understanding of data governance, privacy, and consent management (GDPR, CCPA) is key.
Responsibilities:
- Lead all discovery workshops to define the client's vision, strategy, and detailed requirements for their Data 360 and Marketing Cloud initiatives.
- Architect enterprise data solutions utilizing Salesforce Data 360's (formerly Data Cloud) Zero-Copy architecture to unify fragmented data and create a single, actionable view of the customer.
- Provide functional expertise in developing unique campaign strategies, customer lifecycle management, and journey mapping to power real-time, personalized communications across all channels.
- Design the data strategy necessary to align a client's diverse data sources to their marketing goals and campaigns, ensuring data is reliable, accessible, and actionable.
- Serve as the subject matter expert with a deep understanding of all Salesforce Data 360, best practices, and knowledge of the product roadmap and newer capabilities.
- Design solutions that leverage Data 360 for building precise segments and delivering real-time communications across the Customer 360, including B2B (lead management, ABM) and B2C client needs.
- Architect complex integrations with other Salesforce products (e.g., Sales Cloud, Service Cloud) utilizing the MC Connector and custom integration points, as well as external standard and custom data sources.
- Utilize deep product knowledge and hands-on implementation experience to lead and support the pre-sales process.
Qualifications:
- 5-7+ years of consulting experience within the Salesforce ecosystem implementing Salesforce Data Cloud/CDP/Customer 360 (ideally having 2+ end-to-end Data Cloud implementations including data ingestion, unification, identity resolution, and activation.) (Required)
- Ability to architect integrations with other Salesforce products including Service, Sales, and Marketing Clouds (Required)
- Consulting and implementation experience with MC Personalization, Intelligence, and/or Tableau (Preferred)
- High comfortability with the integration of standard and custom data sources
- Comfort with SQL, JSON, data transformation, and query languages for debugging or prototyping.
- Strong business processes, process documentation, and process improvement skills, with the ability to associate everyday tactics to metrics defined in discovery
- At minimum 3 Active Salesforce Certifications:
- Required:
- Salesforce Certified Administrator
- Salesforce Data Cloud Consultant
- Preferred:
- Salesforce Marketing Cloud Advanced Cross Channel
- Salesforce Certified Marketing Cloud Consultant
- Salesforce Certified MCAE Consultant
- Salesforce MC Developer
- Required:
- Willingness to achieve additional certifications on emerging technologies as required per role.
Why Thunder? Because You Deserve More Than Just a Job.
- A Culture of Builders – We’re a remote-first, global team of curious, collaborative problem-solvers. You’ll have the opportunity to refine processes, solve challenges, and help shape the future of Salesforce and Amazon consulting. If you’re excited to build, innovate, and grow, you’ll fit right in.
- Forge Your Own Path – At Thunder, you’re not just filling a role—you’re shaping it. Whether it’s jumping into presales, refining our methodology, or building something entirely new, the opportunity to innovate is yours to take.
Perks In Store for You:
- Comprehensive Benefits with Sequoia – Medical, Dental, Vision, and Employer-Paid Life/Disability Insurance to keep you and your loved ones covered.
- Ownership & Impact – Stock options in a fast-moving, high-growth company. Every employee plays a part in what we’re building. Come make your mark!
- Level Up Your Career – Real opportunities to grow your Salesforce and Amazon expertise through mentorship, certifications, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology.
- Work from anywhere (well, almost 😉) - Enjoy the freedom of remote work, flexible PTO (with a 2-week minimum!), and generous leave policies - because the best work happens where you’re happiest.
- People-First Flexibility – We’re always listening, evolving, and adapting. Your feedback helps shape our policies, ensuring you can thrive - professionally and personally.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If most of this job description describes you, then we encourage you to please apply for this role. Thunder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, and is deeply committed to building and supporting our diverse team through inclusive, equitable hiring practices.
Thunder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. All resumes submitted by recruitment agencies to any employee via email, the Internet (including LinkedIn), or directly without a fully-executed search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Thunder, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired.
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