Project Lead

Job Summary The Salesforce Test Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing robust test strategies and frameworks to ensure the quality, scalability, and performance of Salesforce applications. This role involves overseeing the entire testing lifecycle, developing automated test solutions, and establishing best practices for Salesforce testing. The Test Architect will work closely with development, business, and QA teams to identify testing requirements, streamline testing processes, and drive continuous improvements. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Salesforce testing, test automation tools, and test architecture principles. Key Responsibilities Test Strategy & Planning:Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies for Salesforce applications, including functional, integration, regression, and performance testing. Automation Framework Development:Design, build, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for Salesforce using industry standard tools, ensuring efficient, reusable test scripts. Testing Lifecycle Management:Oversee the testing process from planning and design to execution and reporting, ensuring timely and high quality releases. Integration Testing:Develop test plans for Salesforce integrations with other systems, coordinating with development teams to ensure seamless data flows and process continuity. Test Environment Setup & Management:Establish and manage Salesforce test environments, ensuring alignment with development and production configurations. Continuous Improvement:Continuously assess and improve testing processes, frameworks, and tools to increase efficiency, coverage, and reliability. Collaboration:Work closely with cross functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and stakeholders, to understand requirements and ensure alignment on testing scope and quality standards. Documentation:Create detailed test plans, strategies, and documentation for all testing efforts, maintaining a clear repository of test cases and results. Requirements Experience:7+ years of experience in quality assurance and test automation, with a minimum of 3 years focused on Salesforce testing. Education:Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Certifications:Salesforce Administrator, Salesforce Platform Developer I, or Salesforce Certified Application Architect preferred. Technical Skills:o Expertise in Salesforce testing strategies, including manual and automated testing approaches. o Proficiency with test automation tools such as Selenium, Provar, and/or Salesforce specific testing tools. o Strong experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Bitbucket Pipelines) and their integration with test automation frameworks. o Familiarity with test management tools like JIRA, TestRail, or ALM. o Knowledge of API testing and tools (e.g., Postman, SOAP UI) for testing Salesforce integrations. Soft Skills:o Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. o Strong communication and documentation skills. o Ability to work collaboratively in cross functional teams and manage multiple priorities. Preferred Skills Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies. Experience with Salesforce DX and its impact on testing processes. Knowledge of performance and load testing for Salesforce applications.