Role: Salesforce Technical Architect - Data Cloud
Position: Remote (Contract)
Duration: 6 months (Extendable)
Time zone: UK Time zone
Job Overview:
A Salesforce Technical Architect with specialised experience in Salesforce Data Cloud and associated technologies to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Salesforce architecture, data modeling, integration patterns, and cloud-based solutions. The candidate should have a proven track record of designing and implementing scalable, high-performance Salesforce solutions that leverage Salesforce Data Cloud and related technologies.
Responsibilities:
Architecture Design and Planning:
- Design and architect scalable and high-performing Salesforce solutions that leverage Salesforce Data Cloud and associated technologies to meet business requirements.
- Define data models, schemas, and integration patterns to ensure efficient data management and processing within Salesforce.
Salesforce Data Cloud Expertise:
- Serve as a subject matter expert on Salesforce Data Cloud and related technologies, including Salesforce Einstein Analytics, Salesforce Connect, Data Integration, Data Lake, and Data Replication.
- Design and implement data ingestion, transformation, and analytics solutions using Salesforce Data Cloud.
Technical Leadership:
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, architects, and stakeholders on Salesforce best practices, architecture principles, and data management strategies.
- Mentor and coach team members on Salesforce Data Cloud and associated technologies.
Solution Implementation:
- Lead the implementation of Salesforce solutions, including customization, configuration, data migration, integration, and deployment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions leveraging Salesforce Data Cloud.
Performance Optimisation:
- Identify performance bottlenecks and optimization opportunities within Salesforce solutions and provide recommendations for improving system performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Conduct code reviews, performance tuning, and optimization activities to ensure optimal performance of Salesforce applications.
Documentation and Governance:
- Document technical designs, architecture diagrams, data models, and integration patterns for Salesforce solutions.
- Define and enforce Salesforce development standards, best practices, and governance policies.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
- 8+ years of experience in Salesforce development and architecture roles, with a focus on Salesforce Data Cloud and associated technologies.
- Salesforce certifications such as Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA), Salesforce Certified Application Architect, Salesforce Certified System Architect, or equivalent certifications preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of Salesforce platform capabilities, features, and limitations, including Salesforce Data Cloud, Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Web Components, and Salesforce APIs.
- Hands-on experience with Salesforce integration technologies such as Salesforce Connect, Salesforce Data Loader, Salesforce API, REST/SOAP APIs, and middleware platforms.
- Experience with data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing concepts.
- Strong understanding of cloud computing principles, architectures, and best practices.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and lead technical discussions and workshops.
- Experience with agile development methodologies and tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or Azure DevOps.
