Job Summary
Synechron is seeking an experienced Salesforce Technical Lead to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering scalable Salesforce solutions that align with business needs and technical best practices. You will lead development efforts, mentor team members, and collaborate with stakeholders to implement end-to-end Salesforce platforms that drive operational efficiency and enhance user experience. Your expertise will contribute significantly to our digital transformation initiatives, ensuring robust, maintainable, and innovative solutions within a fast-paced environment.Software Requirements
Required Skills:
- Salesforce Development Environment (VS Code, SFDX, Salesforce CLI) – intermediate to advanced proficiency
- Version Control: Git, Bitbucket – experience with branching, merging, and code management
- Development Tools: Salesforce Lightning Design System, Lightning Web Components (LWC) frameworks
- Programming Languages: Apex, JavaScript – strong coding skills essential
- Salesforce Configuration Tools: Flows, Process Builder, Approval Processes, Email Templates
- Data Query Languages: SOQL and SOSL
- Mobile and Experience Cloud setups and configurations – foundational knowledge
- Industry-standard tools: JIRA, Confluence – usage for project management and documentation
Preferred Skills:
- Salesforce Certifications (e.g., Platform Developer I & II, Lightning Web Components Developer, Service & Sales Cloud certifications)
- Additional tools: AutoRabbit, MuleSoft, Einstein Analytics, GitHub, DevOps pipelines
Overall Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end architecture, development, and deployment of Salesforce solutions in accordance with business requirements.
- Design scalable, extensible, and reusable Lightning web components and Apex classes that meet performance, security, and governance standards.
- Collaborate with Product Managers, Business Analysts, and Data teams to translate business needs into technical designs.
- Implement best practices in code quality, testing, and documentation, including test-driven development (TDD).
- Mentor and guide team members on development standards, code reviews, and technical innovations.
- Ensure solutions adhere to Salesforce security and data sharing models, including permissions, sharing rules, and access controls.
- Monitor and optimize Salesforce platform performance, respecting platform governing limits.
- Support deployment activities using version control and CI/CD pipelines.
- Stay current with Salesforce releases, features, and industry trends to continuously improve development practices.
- Foster an inclusive and collaborative team environment focused on sustainable and innovative solutions.
Technical Skills (By Category)
Programming Languages:
- Required: Apex, JavaScript
- Preferred: Visualforce, TypeScript
Databases / Data Management:
- DML operations, SOQL, SOSL – proficiency in querying and data manipulation
- Strong data modeling skills, Object and Object Relationship management
Cloud Technologies:
- Salesforce Cloud platforms, including Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and Mobile
Frameworks and Libraries:
- Lightning Web Components (LWC), Lightning Design System
Development Tools & Methodologies:
- Visual Studio Code, SFDX CLI, Git-based version control, Agile methodologies, TDD practices
Security Protocols:
- Knowledge of Salesforce security model, sharing settings, permission sets, profiles, and sharing rules
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 10+ years of hands-on Salesforce development experience.
- Proven experience leading technical teams and delivering large-scale Salesforce solutions.
- Domain expertise in Financial Services, particularly in Investment Banking and Global Markets (Equities and Fixed Income), is preferred.
- Industry experience in the Financial Services sector is strongly desirable.
- Familiarity with Salesforce Communities setup and configuration is advantageous.
- Experience with integration tools like MuleSoft or AutoRabbit, and analytics tools such as Einstein, would be beneficial.
- Prior experience working in an Agile environment and practicing TDD.
Alternative Pathways:
Candidates with extensive hands-on Salesforce development across diverse industries and a strong focus on core technical skills may qualify through demonstrated project success and certifications.Day-to-Day Activities
- Develop, review, and optimize Salesforce applications, components, and automation processes.
- Conduct technical design sessions, code reviews, and mentor junior team members.
- Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings.
- Collaborate closely with stakeholders to clarify technical requirements and provide updates.
- Prepare technical documentation, deployment plans, and test cases.
- Troubleshoot and resolve platform-related issues, ensuring compliance with Salesforce governor limits.
- Lead component and solution demonstrations for clients and internal teams.
- Maintain knowledge of latest Salesforce features, releases, and best practices to improve project outcomes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related fields.
- Certifications preferred: Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I & II, Lightning Web Components Developer, and Cloud certifications relevant to the role.
- Hands-on training or continuous learning in Salesforce development practices.
- Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and methodologies.
Professional Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate complex technical challenges.
- Effective leadership and mentorship abilities, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
- High level of adaptability and eagerness to learn emerging technologies.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and deliver high-quality results within deadlines.
- Innovative mindset focused on sustainable and scalable solutions.
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YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Candidate Application Notice
