What are the responsibilities and job description for the Salesforce Solution Architect & Developer position at GSquared Group?
Title: Salesforce Solution Architect & Developer
Terms: Contract to Hire
Location: Atlanta area
Hybrid Role 3 days a week onsite
Must live in Atlanta, GA
No 3rd party at this time
Are you looking for a career opportunity that allows you to grow your career? If so, this opportunity will genuinely excite you! Our client is transforming how their organization services their customers while aligning best in breed technology solutions. We are looking for a Salesforce Solution Architect & Developer who will help build out & develop best in class work and work on innovative projects for the business.
Role Details:
Salesforce Solution Architect & Developer
Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Salesforce Solution Architect & Developer to design, develop, and implement scalable Salesforce solutions that support enterprise business processes and digital transformation initiatives. This role combines strategic architecture responsibilities with hands-on Salesforce development and integration work across the Salesforce platform.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in the **Salesforce ecosystem and be responsible for designing end-to-end solutions, guiding development teams, and ensuring best practices for performance, scalability, and security across the platform.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Architecture
- Design end-to-end Salesforce solutions aligned with business and technical requirements.
- Define system architecture, data models, integration patterns, and security frameworks.
- Lead solution design workshops with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable Salesforce architectures.
- Provide architectural oversight across Salesforce applications including Sales, Service, and custom solutions.
- Ensure solutions follow Salesforce best practices for performance, scalability, and maintainability.
- Establish governance standards, design documentation, and development guidelines.
Salesforce Development
- Develop custom Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and Visualforce.
- Configure and customize Salesforce features including workflows, flows, validation rules, and process automation.
- Build and maintain integrations with enterprise systems using REST/SOAP APIs and middleware.
- Design and implement scalable data models, custom objects, and complex automation processes.
- Perform code reviews and mentor development teams.
Integration & Platform Management
- Architect integrations between Salesforce and enterprise platforms such as ERP, marketing automation, and data platforms.
- Support integration frameworks using APIs, middleware, and event-driven architectures.
- Optimize platform performance and ensure secure data exchange.
Governance & Best Practices
- Establish Salesforce development standards and CI/CD processes.
- Ensure compliance with enterprise security, data governance, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead platform roadmap planning and technical strategy.
- Evaluate new Salesforce capabilities and recommend platform improvements.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Work closely with product owners, business analysts, and IT leadership to deliver scalable solutions.
- Provide technical leadership to Salesforce developers and administrators.
- Support Agile development processes and participate in sprint planning and architecture reviews.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
- 8 years of experience in Salesforce architecture and development.
- Deep experience with Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and Salesforce APIs.
- Strong understanding of Salesforce data modeling, security architecture, and automation tools.
- Experience designing complex integrations between Salesforce and enterprise applications.
- Hands-on experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines for Salesforce deployments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Salesforce certifications such as:
- Salesforce Certified Application Architect
- Salesforce Certified System Architect
- Salesforce Platform Developer I/II
- Experience with Salesforce Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Experience Cloud.
- Knowledge of integration platforms such as MuleSoft.
- Experience working in large enterprise environments.
Key Skills
- Salesforce Solution Architecture
- Apex Development
- Lightning Web Components (LWC)
- Salesforce Integration (REST/SOAP APIs)
- Data Modeling & Security Architecture
- Agile Development
- DevOps / CI-CD
- Enterprise System Integration
About GSquared Group:
Shouldn’t your recruiting partner put as much effort and value into your career as you do? With GSquared Group, we take the time to understand where you would like to take your career and what is important to you.
GSquared Group is a woman-owned boutique technology services company in the Atlanta area. Founded in 2010, we are a premier provider of IT talent search, management consulting, and software development services. We support a diverse client base that spans all industries and includes Fortune 100 to mid-market companies. We offer direct hire placement, contract, and contract-to-hire positions. We are proud to be known by our community for putting relationships at the core of everything we do.
GSquared Benefits:
- Competitive & Comprehensive Healthcare Package (available only for W2 hourly consultants)
- Simple IRA with company match (available only for W2 hourly consultants)
- Professional development & networking opportunities
- A family-friendly environment
- Nice bonuses for referrals
- A culture that supports you and your career
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