Salesforce Technical Architects (1153698)

Location: McLean, VA

Pay

Salary: $220,000.00 USD Annually – $230,000.00 USD Annually

Description

Salesforce Technical Architect (8‑10 years) with expert‑level technical expertise across multiple Salesforce domains, including Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Marketing Cloud, Experience Cloud, and platform capabilities such as Flow, Apex, and Lightning Web Components (LWC). The role involves leading the design and implementation of scalable, high‑performance, and secure Salesforce solutions, managing enterprise‑wide architecture, and driving adoption of best practices and DevOps methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end Salesforce solution architecture across multiple clouds and enterprise platforms.
• Define target‑state architecture, roadmaps, and governance frameworks; establish enterprise standards for scalability, performance, and security.
• Design and oversee configurations, customizations, and development using Apex, LWC, Visualforce, and Flows.
• Develop integration frameworks using APIs, middleware (e.g., MuleSoft), and event‑driven patterns; define API‑led and event‑based integration strategies.
• Architect data models, migration strategies, and governance models; manage data migration, ETL/ELT processes, and data governance.
• Drive adoption of DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, release strategies, and Git‑based version control; maintain reusable frameworks, reference architectures, and design patterns.
• Collaborate with IT staff, subject‑matter experts, business partners, and clients to assess processes, identify pain points, and translate business needs into scalable solutions.
• Lead large‑scale Salesforce programs involving cross‑functional teams, multi‑cloud and multi‑system integrations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to architects and developers; conduct architecture workshops, reviews, and design approvals.
• Evaluate and recommend Salesforce AppExchange solutions, add‑ons, and emerging technologies (AI, automation, data platforms).
• Stay current with Salesforce releases, new features, and industry trends; recommend improvements or innovations to existing architecture.
• Partner with stakeholders to create business case assessments, project justifications, ROI analyses, architectural reviews, and RFP evaluations.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience designing and implementing Salesforce solutions.
• Deep expertise in Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Marketing Cloud, Experience Cloud, and platform capabilities (Flow, Apex, LWC, Visualforce).
• Strong knowledge of enterprise architecture, solution design, and integration patterns (MuleSoft, REST/SOAP APIs, event‑driven architecture).
• Experience with data modeling, ETL/ELT, data governance, and data migration within Salesforce.
• Proficiency in DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, Salesforce DX, Git, and automated release management.
• Familiarity with BFSI/Financial Services Cloud, Customer 360/Data Cloud, and API‑led architecture.
• Agile/Scrum experience and strong stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead large, complex projects and mentor technical teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Additional benefits and perks to be discussed during the interview process.