Technical Architect-Salesforce

Stifel•New York, NY

4d•$130,000 - $190,000

About The Position

The Technical Architect-Salesforce designs and builds the technical architecture of Stifel’s Salesforce platform. The role analyzes technical issues, translates findings into technical designs and development specifications, and oversees development across custom code, vendor package integration, and data integration. The architect contributes throughout design, integration, and maintenance, applying appropriate development patterns and standards and ensuring that Stifel’s coding practices are followed. The position provides technical leadership to software development teams, works with business stakeholders to define requirements and present solutions, and manages technical scope and client expectations. It also supports developers with technical issues, guides team members, oversees programs and code reviews, and communicates system requirements to development teams. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field; at least six years administering or consulting with Salesforce; and three to five years of Salesforce implementation experience in Financial Services and Investment Banking. A Salesforce Certified Technical Architect credential is required. Certified Platform Developer I and II credentials, or equivalent experience, are also listed as minimum requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
At least 6 years of experience administering or consulting with Salesforce.
3–5 years of experience with Salesforce implementation in the Financial Services vertical and Investment Banking.
Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA).
Certified Platform Developer I (PDI) or equivalent experience.
Certified Platform Developer II (PDII) or equivalent experience.
Strong knowledge of Salesforce out-of-the-box functionality, Apex, Lightning Components, Salesforce APIs, and SOQL.
Ability to quickly acquire technical expertise in Salesforce and related technologies, including client-side scripting libraries and ETL/ESB integration tools.
Understanding of developing mobile, hybrid, and/or native iOS/Android applications.
Ability to follow Agile methodology and contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, development, testing, and production support.
Experience with data migrations from third-party systems to Salesforce.
Experience designing or building Salesforce integrations with third-party applications.
Knowledge of B2B, B2C, and hybrid business model levers.
Understanding of Agile development methodologies and writing and consuming web services.
Excellent communication, analytical, and management skills.
Ability to multitask across multiple, potentially conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive problem resolution, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with JavaScript libraries/frameworks such as Angular and jQuery, Salesforce Sales Cloud, Lightning, SOQL, and SQL.

Responsibilities

Develop customized solutions using Apex, Lightning Components, LWC, Lightning Aura, Visualforce, AngularJS, React, AJAX, and other technologies to support business requirements and decisions.
Lead technical design sessions and write technical design documents.
Work directly with business stakeholders to define requirements and present solutions.
Set technical best practices for integration and application development, deployment, testing, and iterative refinement.
Manage technical scope and client expectations.
Design and develop integrations between applications and other systems.
Provide expert-level hands-on assistance to developers addressing technical issues.
Oversee the development and implementation of programs.
Provide technical leadership and support to software development teams.
Communicate system requirements to software development teams.
Evaluate and select appropriate software or hardware and recommend integration methods.
Oversee assigned programs, including conducting code reviews, and guide team members.
Assist throughout development, integration, and maintenance while ensuring appropriate patterns, standards, and Stifel coding practices are followed.