Salesforce Solution Architect

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Solution Architecture and Design: Define and design the overall Salesforce architecture, ensuring it aligns with business needs and technical best practices. Develop scalable, secure, and high-performance Salesforce solutions that support organizational growth. Create detailed system and integration designs, including data models, workflows, and security structures. Technical Leadership: Serve as the technical lead for Salesforce projects, providing guidance to development teams throughout the project lifecycle. Mentor developers and administrators on Salesforce best practices, including coding standards, configuration, and integrations. Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical solutions. Integration and Data Management: Design and implement integration between Salesforce and other enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, data warehouses, marketing platforms) using APIs, middleware, and integration tools like MuleSoft. Define and implement data governance, migration strategies, and synchronization processes. Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with business leaders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions that drive value. Partner with enterprise architects and IT teams to ensure Salesforce solutions align with broader enterprise architecture. Facilitate technical discussions and present architectural solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Salesforce Platform Optimization: Stay current with Salesforce releases and new features, identifying opportunities for optimization and innovation. Lead the evaluation and implementation of Salesforce AppExchange solutions and third-party tools. Ensure adherence to Salesforce governor limits and system performance optimization. Governance and Documentation: Establish the best practices, standards, and guidelines for Salesforce development, configuration, and integration. Create and maintain technical documentation, including architectural diagrams, data flow diagrams, and solution designs. Ensure compliance with data security, privacy, and regulatory standards. Preferred candidate profile Experience: 10+ years of Salesforce experience, including at least 3 years as a Salesforce Architect. Proven experience designing and implementing Salesforce solutions across multiple clouds (e.g., Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Marketing Cloud, Experience Cloud). Extensive experience with Salesforce integrations, including REST/SOAP APIs, middleware tools (e.g., MuleSoft, Informatica), and Salesforce Connect. Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of Salesforce architecture, including data models, sharing models, and security architecture. Proficiency in Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Visualforce, SOQL, and declarative tools (e.g., Flows, Process Builder). Strong knowledge of Salesforce DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and tools like Salesforce DX. Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns and data management best practices. Certifications (Preferred): Salesforce Certified Application Architect. Salesforce Certified System Architect. Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA) is a plus. Salesforce certifications in specific clouds (e.g., Marketing Cloud, CPQ Specialist). Soft Skills: Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders. Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across teams and mentor others.