Salesforce Application Developer

Steampunk•McLean, VA

5d•$85,000 - $160,000

About The Position

As a Steampunk Salesforce Developer, you will work with Technical/Solutions Architects and Business Analysts to translate business requirements into well-architected solutions that make effective use of the Salesforce platform. You will develop, test, document, and maintain solutions, integrations, and data migration elements using Salesforce declarative and programmatic resources, including triggers, workflows, validations, approvals, Apex classes, Visualforce pages, and Lightning components. You will execute test plans and unit tests to ensure quality delivery, follow coding standards, and participate in code reviews to promote appropriate design patterns. The role includes designing, developing, testing, documenting, and deploying business solutions; managing Salesforce improvements and new functionality; providing break/fix support; performing Salesforce administration and development; maintaining security and compliance; researching integration issues and new technologies; and collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and technical teams. You will also document best practices and operational procedures, support continuous improvement, and participate in team meetings. Steampunk works with clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health, and Department of Defense sectors. The projected annual compensation range is $85,000 to $160,000. Applicants are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments; the company may take a picture to verify identity and prevent fraud.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
At least 2 years of Salesforce development experience.
At least 4 years of experience; the posting does not specify the type of experience.
Functional knowledge of Salesforce.com data structures and how to use the platform for complex process and reporting requirements.
Proven knowledge and practical application of Visualforce, Apex programming, Force.com APIs, and Web Services.
Eligible to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Salesforce Developer certification(s); the posting also lists Salesforce Developer certification as preferred.
A business-minded and analytical approach combined with a strong technical background in Salesforce.com.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and deliver results on aggressive timelines.
Ability and willingness to work independently in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and minimal supervision.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences in geographically dispersed environments.
Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation and analysis.
Initiative in recommending process improvements and creative thinking.
Self-motivation and ability to grasp concepts quickly.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Knowledge and experience with Agile and DevSecOps methodologies.
Experience delivering solutions using Salesforce Developer Experience (SFDX).

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, document, and deploy high-quality business solutions on the Salesforce platform based on industry best practices and business needs.
Manage implementation of improvements and new functionality in Salesforce applications.
Deliver support and solutions for break/fix issues.
Communicate and collaborate with technical resources and stakeholders about status, technical issues, and solutions.
Perform Salesforce administration, including creating accounts and profiles, defining fields, updating layouts, and managing reports and dashboards, as well as development.
Support Salesforce configuration tasks such as field and page updates, workflows, and automated approvals.
Manage multiple projects and priorities using project management methodologies and sound development practices to deliver enterprise solutions.
Monitor Salesforce usage for compliance and maintain the security of Salesforce data.
Work with business analysts and technical staff and deliver complete work products.
Implement AppExchange platforms.
Research integration issues and collaborate with operations and development staff.
Research and develop Salesforce prototypes and applications.
Keep current on Force.com technologies and communicate trends and future needs to leadership.
Maintain and troubleshoot applications.
Build client trust and respect, establish client relationships, and develop rapport.
Participate and engage in team meetings.
Document best practices and operational procedures.
Facilitate continuous improvement within the environment.
Execute test plans, write test code and unit tests, follow coding standards, and participate in code reviews.