Job Title: Senior Development Consultant Salesforce Location: Pune, India About the Role You ll join our 15-member Salesforce team within GBS, which works with stakeholders and developers worldwide. We handle complex Salesforce architecture and business needs, ensuring best practices and modern development patterns. We re looking for a Senior Salesforce Development Consultant who is collaborative, self-driven, and passionate about delivering cutting-edge Salesforce solutions. You will design, develop, and deploy robust solutions using the latest Salesforce technologies and DevOps best practices. Technologies You ll Work With Salesforce Platform: Sales Cloud, CPQ+, Einstein AI (e.g., Prompt Builder, Agentforce ), Data Cloud, Optional - Service Cloud, Experience Cloud DevOps: Copado, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines Development: Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Aura Components, Visualforce Integration: SKYVVA, Salesforce APIs, External Services, Named Credentials AI/Automation: Salesforce Einstein, Flow Orchestrator UX: Lightning Experience, Dynamic Forms Database: SOQL, SOSL Agile Delivery: Scrum, Kanban, JIRA, Confluence Key Responsibilities Configure, customize, and maintain Salesforce orgs (Sales Cloud, CPQ+, and future Agentforce initiatives). Lead technical design and delivery of large-scale Salesforce solutions, ensuring secure and scalable architecture. Champion best practices in declarative development (Flows, Dynamic Forms) and programmatic customizations (Apex, LWC). Implement CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation using Copado. Work closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective solutions. Identify , design, and propose innovative improvements leveraging Salesforce s newest AI and automation capabilities. Support knowledge sharing and mentor junior developers. Stay up to date with Salesforce releases, Trailblazer community best practices, and industry trends. Expected Milestones Within 3 Months: Get up to speed on our multi-org Salesforce landscape and CI/CD workflows. Participate in sprint ceremonies and deployment cycles. Deliver small to medium user stories independently. By 3 6 Months: Lead development tasks for medium to large features or enhancements. Collaborate directly with product owners and architects to shape solutions. Contribute to technical design documentation and peer code reviews. By 6 12 Months: Drive complex custom development projects and integration initiatives. Identify opportunities to refactor and optimize legacy implementations. Contribute to strategic roadmap discussions and continuous improvement. Actively support innovation by exploring new Salesforce features (e.g., AI Trust Layer, Prompt Builder, BYOLLM). About You Experience: 6 8 years of hands-on Salesforce development and solution design. Certifications (Preferred): Salesforce Platform Developer I/II, App Builder, Sales Cloud Consultant, Copado Certified Administrator , Salesforce CPQ Specialist. Deep knowledge of Apex design patterns, secure coding practices, and Salesforce Governor Limits. Strong expertise in Lightning Web Components and modern front-end best practices. Solid understanding of Salesforce Data Model, Roles, Sharing Rules, Field-Level Security, and Permission Sets. Familiarity with Einstein capabilities, Agentforce , and Prompt Builder is a plus. Good understanding of integration best practices and API management. Excellent team player with strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
We re looking for a UX L ead to join our global UX practice at Springer Nature and lead UX within a substantial programme of work that publishes the latest scientific research to the world. The role is based in Lisbon (Portugal ) and you ll be collaborating with colleagues there, as well as Berlin (Germany), London (UK), Pune (India) and other locations globally. Some travel may be required . About Springer Nature Springer Nature is a global scientific publisher helping to advance science and accelerate solutions to address the world s urgent challenges. With origins as far back as 1842 (Springer) and 1867 (Nature), content has been published from multiple nobel prize winners including Darwin and Einstein. Examples of published research include the first physical sequencing of the human genome to COVID-19 studies, publishing over 24,000 pieces of research and making over 70k articles and books free to access. Some facts: By the end of 2024 , there were 1. 9 million research submissions, and 37 0,000 articles published via SNAPP, Springer Nature s own editorial management system . There are over 5 million articles in more than 3,000 scientific journals and 3 million chapters in more than 190,000 books. Springer Nature is a leading publisher of Sustainable Development Goals content with more than 800,000 articles and supports the SDGs in how we work - Springer Nature has been carbon neutral since 2020. Visit sndigital.springernature.com to learn more about who we are and what we do. Team Vision The Snapp Business team aims to improve the experience of funders, institutions, and internal users that are involved in the process of publishing scientific research. Why this matters Funders and institutions form an integral part of publishing via Open Access, w hich allows the research to be freely available for anyone to access . Springer Nature has been moving towards this publication model as it can increase t he visibility and reach of research, accelerate the dissemination of findings, and the application of knowledge. Improving the experience of these groups, as well as optimising the workflows of internal user s, contribute s to Springer Nature s mission to help advance scientific discovery. How the team works The cross-functional team evolves and continuously improves, both individually and collectively. Whilst being agile helps to structure our work, we look to focus on the right problems in the right way. We have room to experiment but also take pride in understanding business needs and delivering on them. But we need help! About you It is essential that you have: P roven UX experience in a S enior /Lead role , A clearly designed UX portfolio (website or PDF) demonstrating your critical thinking, analysis, and decision-making as well as diverse UX methods and techniques. S trong User Research skills and define your UX outcomes from research insights, Proven experience working with stakeholders and non-designers and have an empathetic, articulate, and open communication style. Proven experience of working in a collaborative (remote and in-person) team, where there is collective ownership of the product. Awareness of your strengths and recognise opportunities to learn and improve. E xperience getting involved with every stage of the UX lifecycle and planning UX strategies. E xperience mentoring and supporting other designers. What you ll be doing This role is a terrific opportunity for friendly, curious people who want to get involved in our work and develop our culture and help make Springer Nature Digital a place where people and ideas can thrive. You will be responsible for overseeing the redesign of the editor experience and you will aim to develop a coherent, user-focused, experience that delivers a best-in-industry set of tools and services. Within 3 months Get settled: Get to know Springer Nature as a business and the groups within it. Research - understand whats been done, context/history of it. Design - what the teams have been working on, how they do it and how it is going . Meet the stakeholders, understand their experience/background/hopes. Begin to work with your Domain lead and get to know your UX peers/community. Within 6 months Be involved: Research planning , conducting and sharing. Design - prioriti si ng , review ing , deliver ing , sharing. Keeping user- centred design and design standards part of the culture. Strategic work with stakeholders. Collaborating regularly with other leads and keeping aligned with peers. Joining t he UX community as an active participant and becoming an example to others. Line management - g iving support and direction to your team, getting involved if/where needed but equally supporting their learning and development - potentially allowing them to fail early. Recruitment - helping to assess applicants. Within 12 months Make a change and see your impact: Research - know where there are gaps and assumptions. You know the relative risk and potential effort of each that is clearly laid out in a plan for the foreseeable future . Design - is informed by research and the D esign S ystem, any new elements and insights are fed back into the design system. Strategic work with stakeholders is informed by research and design outcomes. Learnings shared within your team, with the wider UX community and beyond. Line management - Ensuring any reports are challenged, developing and becoming even better. Youll be a mentor, coach, champion and supporter for your direct reports. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) - This is core to you and your team, you re an advocate for DEI not just in what we deliver to our users but also in how we work together. #LI-GG1
We are seeking an Associate Editor on our Discover journals to manage the launch and development of a portfolio of new journals in Computer Science focused on integrity of our publication process, speed of review, and excellent author service. Reporting to an Executive Publisher or Team Manager, you will be responsible for the management, strategic development and success of the individual journals, liaising with internal staff, external journal editors, and the scientific community. You will contribute to the success of the Discover journals by owning the launch and development of journals and content development of a defined portfolio, overseeing and supporting editorial handling of articles in various stages of the review process. This is an exciting, dynamic and varied role that will greatly contribute to the success of Discover as a whole. Responsibilities: New Launches With support from the Executive Publisher and internal stakeholders, ensure new journals are launched on-schedule and meet required board member and content thresholds to open As needed, lead on the development of proposals for new launches in your subject area Content development Develop a journal development strategy for each journal in your portfolio, taking into account individual journal performance and development needs, as well as the overall strategy of the Discover Series Work with colleagues across the Journals group to support subject-specific strategy development at Springer Nature Contribute ideas and support the collections pipeline managed by Content Acquisition team Proactive reaching out to potential authors either directly or through the editorial boards to attract submissions and develop the journal Peer review quality Oversee the handling of the content published in the Discover Series journals, primarily by advising on content handled by editorial board members, but also by handling individual submissions yourself where required. Investigate and resolve publishing or research ethics cases, both pre- and post-publication, with the guidance of Springer Nature Research Integrity Group when needed. Engage effectively with other teams to support the resolution of editorial issues and to prioritise author service while maintaining editorial standards Advise on editorial policy development as appropriate. Editorial Board management Build excellent communications and relationships with Editorial Board Members and authors. Ensure maximum engagement with the Editorial Board at all levels to maintain efficient manuscript handling, drive editorial board recruitment, and engage them with the strategy and development of your journals. Contribute to the recruitment and training of new editorial board members Contribute to editorial board engagement initiatives across the journals Host regular Senior Board and Editorial Board Meetings, either in person or online. Ensure that all members of the Editorial Board are fully aware of the ethos and editorial policies of the journal and the Discover series, and have all necessary training and information to perform their roles. Building awareness of Discover in the communities your journals serve Contribute to the efforts of the marketing team, providing input into marketing plans and activities. Develop journal website content and features that are of interest to the community and raise the profile of the journal websites in the online environment. Attend conferences to promote the journals and develop a network of contacts within relevant fields. Increase journal visibility by writing blogs and participating in social media activities to promote journal content and Discover values. Contribute to the Discover team Contribute to the culture of the Discover publishing team by supporting your colleagues, covering for them when needed and sharing expertise and experience. Develop strong working relationships with colleagues in marketing, production, IT and other departments to ensure journal success, and work together with department contacts to resolve any problems that may arise Take part in cross-departmental projects and/or company-wide task forces and working groups. Represent the team in projects with Production, Sales, Marketing, Finance and other Editorial colleagues. Experience, skills and qualifications: Educated to PhD level (or equivalent), or MS with research and publishing experience, in Computer Science or a closely related field with specialization in areas such as Cybersecurity or Networks A clear interest in open access publishing An interest in scientific research and current knowledge of a relevant field Knowledge of editorial process and related matters Excellent communication and influencing skills Highly customer focused Strong analytical/critical appraisal skills Willing to travel occasionally and represent Discover at external events Able to respond to non-routine circumstances Excellent time management and prioritization skills, able to balance short-term deadlines with long-term goals Self-starter with a positive, can-do approach to problem-solving Ability to adapt to changing circumstances Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels Ability to work in a team Previous editorial experience a strong plus
In collaboration with the Manager, Automation & Analysis (as well as the rest of the Automation & Analysis team and the wider GPO team), the Data Analyst , Automation & Analysis will contribute to data and reporting activities which support BAU processes as well as strategic initiatives . This includes building dashboards , delivering advanced analytics and intelligence , as well as ensuring consistent data quality and integrity. The Data Analyst , Automation & Analysis will also manage their own portfolio of journals and partner with Publishing teams to run their journals in a Production-ready way, while facilitating submit-to-accept workflows and compliance with policies. Role Responsibilities Data Analysis Design, build, and maintain dashboards and reporting tools using primarily Looker and Google BigQuery . Analyse large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights that improve operational efficiency and/or support strategic decision-making . Contribute to the development and documentation of data standards, definitions, and best practices . Recommend and implement KPIs, data definitions, and reporting frameworks to measure success. Journal care Gather system requirements from publishers, editors and service providers . Set up , maintain and administrate peer review systems. C onduct presentations and training sessions for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure quality of article-level activities and act as an escalation point for individual journals . Develop and m aintain relationships with stakeholders ( Publishing, Editorial , Production, Technology & Operations staff, as well as external editors, reviewers , authors and service providers ). Maintain journal-specific records and documentation . Other responsibilities Be an advocate for continuous improvement , quality and efficiency . Foster a culture of openness, transparency and collaboration within the team and with our stakeholders . Experience, skills and qualifications W orking with large datasets to extract insights and support operational or strategic decisions . Working with cross-functional teams and communicat ing technical findings to non-technical stakeholders . Working with Looker, Google BigQuery , and other BI tools . Previous experience in a publishing and/or support role. Contributing to (sometimes interconnected) business projects. A technically minded approach to solutions. Excellent numeracy skills with proven attention to detail . Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights from complex data . SQL and programming languages such as Python . Excellent organisation skills to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities . Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate with individuals at all levels and on a global scale . Good problem solving/logic/analytical skills with the ability to capture and document requirements and processes . Proactive and able to lead projects alone as well as part of a large group. Degree or equivalent work experience . Additional training or certification in data analysis, business intelligence, or data visualization desirable.
The Chief Editor of the Cureus Journal of AI-Augmented Research is a visionary leader, community builder, and hands-on editor, entrusted to launch and steer an innovative journal at the heart of AI-driven science. The Chief Editor will architect and oversee a publication that sets new standards for open, ethical, and efficient research powered by human expertise and artificial intelligence. Role Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Vision Shape and articulate a compelling editorial vision aligned with Cureus mission of inclusion, affordability, and scientific integrity Work closely with an expert advisory board to shape and evolve editorial guidelines for AI-assisted research and publishing workflows. Define and champion the journal s unique identity as an AI-first platform spanning all disciplines Act as the journal s ambassador, promoting a culture of responsible AI adoption in research through outreach, thought leadership, and global collaborations Foster an inclusive, interdisciplinary research community spanning from AI practitioners to domain scientists via events, partnerships, and community initiatives Editorial Operations and Manuscript Handling Oversee end-to-end manuscript management, including AI-assisted initial screening, reviewer assignments, and peer review coordination. Make decisive, timely judgments on manuscript acceptance, revision, or rejection, upholding high standards of rigor, transparency, and ethics Collaborate with Cureus editorial office, and Springer Nature content innovation department to leverage advanced AI tools and ensure a rapid, fair, and author-centric publishing process Continuously evaluate and refine editorial workflows, integrating new AI capabilities while maintaining the crucial oversight of human editors Innovation and Content Development Champion and pilot innovative publishing models: AI-assisted submissions, interactive content, data publishing, and transparent peer review Experiment with content formats and policies reflecting the evolving landscape of AI-enabled authorship and collaborative science Guide the responsible integration of AI in processes such as ethical compliance checks, reviewer matching, and bias mitigation Qualifications PhD in a relevant scientific, technological or interdisciplinary field Extensive, hands-on experience in AI-enabled research and/or digital publishing innovation (in any discipline) Editorial, leadership, or community-building experience; a track record as an AI early adopter or thought leader is highly desirable Exceptionally strong communication, organizational, and mentoring skills Commitment to upholding the highest standards of scientific integrity, inclusion, and methodological rigor Why Join Us Shape the global conversation on ethical, impactful, AI-augmented research Pioneer a journal that models the future of research communication, which is fast, transparent and human-centered Collaborate with a mission-driven open access publishing team and a worldwide network of forward-thinking researchers