Vice President, Salesforce Developer

About the role

Ares is seeking a Salesforce Developer for Client Platforms Technology. The role involves designing, building, and implementing Salesforce solutions that support client relationship management needs.

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance Salesforce functionality using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flows, and declarative configuration.
• Implement user stories and requirements in alignment with architectural guidance and established coding standards.
• Customize objects, fields, page layouts, record types, flows, validation rules, profiles, and permission sets.
• Develop integrations with upstream and downstream systems using Salesforce APIs and integration patterns.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and release deployments.
• Collaborate with business users, analysts, and technical peers to transform requirements into effective, high-quality Salesforce solutions aligned with the firm’s architectural standards.
• Work closely with the Salesforce Architect to ensure solutions align with platform strategy and long-term design principles.
• Collaborate with business analysts, product managers, and end users to clarify requirements and understand business workflows.
• Partner with QA teams to support testing cycles and resolve defects.
• Participate in sprint ceremonies and Agile delivery activities.
• Demonstrate curiosity and initiative in learning the asset management business, its products, and its client engagement model.
• Stay current on Salesforce platform updates, new features, and best practices—especially in areas such as Flow automation, LWC, and platform AI capabilities.
• Seek opportunities for professional development, certifications, and skill advancement.
• Contribute ideas for improving system usability, efficiency, and data quality.
• Assist with troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and daily support of Salesforce users.
• Maintain and update documentation, including technical designs and configuration inventories.
• Help ensure data accuracy, performance, and security within the Salesforce environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Salesforce development or configuration experience (professional or project-based).
• Familiarity with Salesforce core clouds (Sales Cloud, Service Cloud) and Salesforce Platform capabilities.
• Hands-on experience with Apex classes, triggers, SOQL/SOSL, Lightning Web Components, and Flow Builder.
• Understanding of Salesforce data model and fundamental CRM concepts.
• Able to translate functional requirements into technical deliverables.
• A strong desire to learn, grow, and expand both technical and business knowledge.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Salesforce certifications such as Salesforce Platform Developer I, Administrator, or App Builder are helpful (or a demonstrated commitment to obtaining them).

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to financial services or interest in learning asset management products and workflows.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams and using DevOps tools (e.g., Git, Azure DevOps, Copado).
• Familiarity with integration tools, APIs, or middleware.
• Experience with Lightning Experience customization and UI design.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required, advanced degree preferred.
• Engineering or Computer Science background preferred.

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $175,000 - $225,000. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans;
• 401(k) program with company match;
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA);
• Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution;
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance;
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit.

Additional Benefits

• Access to a world-class medical advisory team,
• Mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry,
• Mindfulness and wellbeing app,
• Financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor,
• New parent leave,
• Reproductive and adoption assistance,
• Emergency backup care,
• Matching gift program,
• Education sponsorship program, and much more.