System Administrator II (Salesforce API Integration)

VT Group•Arlington, VA

42d•Hybrid

About The Position

VTG is seeking a skilled Salesforce API Integration Developer who is well-versed in the Salesforce Standard Object model, API management, and the Salesforce Platform generally. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Salesforce best practices and the ability to translate business requirements into effective Salesforce solutions. This is a full-time (direct hire) position offering a salary and comprehensive benefits package. This position may be a hybrid role - work is performed either remote with permission from management or on-site at client HQ in Arlington, VA.

Requirements

Must have 3-7 years of experience
Proven experience as a Salesforce Administrator with a strong understanding of the Salesforce Platform including Experience Cloud (e.g., Salesforce Functions, Logic Apps, API Management)
Hands-on experience with Salesforce APIs (REST, SOAP, Bulk API) and integration patterns.
Proficiency in working with JSON, XML, OAuth 2.0, and webhooks
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a small dev team, larger contract team, and broadly as a contributing member of our corporate professional services unit
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions
A self-starter with strong organizational skills
A creative problem-solver with a passion for learning
Team-oriented and adaptable to quick pivots and changing priorities
Intermediate skill with Microsoft Office 365 product suite with focus on Excel
Must have and maintain a Secret level clearance

Nice To Haves

4-year technical degree
Salesforce Certifications such as Advanced Administrator, Platform App Builder, Sales Cloud Consultant, Experience Cloud Consultant, Marketing Cloud Account Engagement Specialist, Platform Developer 1
Experience with Marketing Cloud Account Engagement, GovCloud+ for Defense, Pardot, Mulesoft, Force.com IDE, Git, Public Sector Solutions, Tableau, Agentforce, Data Cloud

Responsibilities

Administer and manage our Salesforce environment, ensuring optimal performance and user satisfaction for internal Salesforce users and external experience cloud portal users
Develop Salesforce to ingest external RESTful APIs in a secure, scalable, and efficient design
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather integration requirements and translate them into technical specifications
Maintain and enhance existing API connections, ensuring high availability and performance
Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, including data mismatches, authentication errors, and performance bottlenecks
Document API architecture, endpoints, and workflows for internal use and future scalability
Ensure compliance with data security and privacy standards across all integrations
Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development practices
Maintain all current certifications via Trailhead's maintenance exams
Acquire additional Salesforce certifications as required, minimum of 1 additional certification attained per performance period