Salesforce Senior Technical Developer - Remote

Perficient currently has a career opportunity for a Salesforce Lead Developer in our Salesforce Practice. This is a remote position and candidates can live anywhere in the US.

The Salesforce Developer's primary role is to analyze, code, implement, and test customized software applications built on Salesforce’s Force.com platform. The candidate will be strong in the coding of custom-developed Salesforce functionality using the Salesforce API, APEX, Visualforce, Lightning, and other tools that extend the product. Responsibilities include prompt and complete resolution to issues, aligning both business and technical considerations, and participation in the execution of test plans, ensuring quality solutions are delivered. You will work closely with technical analysts and architects to help identify and plan long-term road-maps based on these platforms. You will be an expert in multiple pieces of these very diverse, flexible, and powerful platforms. You will be able to effectively integrate the platforms with external systems through common integration patterns using APIs, ETL tools, and service bus technologies. Additionally, you will be expected to hold certifications or accreditations as applicable for the Salesforce features necessary to support our clients.

About our Salesforce Practice:

Perficient is proud to be a Salesforce and MuleSoft Consulting Partner. As an industry leader for more than 15 years, Perficient helps leading brands use Salesforce and MuleSoft to accelerate digital transformation, drive innovation, and create connected customer experiences. By leveraging consulting services, organizational change management, and customized solutions specific to each industry, Perficient’s clients are also able to accelerate time-to-market. Our core Salesforce focus areas are Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, Marketing Cloud, Data Cloud, and Industry Solutions. As a premier MuleSoft partner, we are focused on the MuleSoft Anypoint Platform including ESB and API Manager.

• Development on the Salesforce platform using the Apex language, Lightning Components/Web Components, and Visualforce.
• Develop API integrations by calling other external systems from Apex or by building custom Apex REST APIs.
• Integrate various platforms using ETL tools like Salesforce Integration Cloud, leveraging Outbound Messages or utilizing Platform Events.
• Understand the importance of fully leveraging Salesforce's out-of-the-box features so that custom solutions built on top of them can take advantage of updates to those platforms.

• You are excited by solving mission critical business objectives of our clients by extending the Salesforce platform through custom development.
• You enjoy working in emerging technology and being first to market with new solutions for our clients. Digital transformation is driving massive change, and you will be one of the forerunners in the field as we bring the technology to our clients.
• You are obsessed with excellence and quality from yourself and your team.
• You are an evangelist for best practices and current techniques for technical implementation of these platforms.
• You understand the importance of quality, deadline and budget adherence.
• You understand the importance of telling the story of the technical solution your team created through proper documentation and knowledge sharing.
• You enjoy working directly with clients, including occasional travel to client sites to consult or embed with remote teams.
• You understand the importance of a positive attitude and positive culture and work continuously to make Perficient a great place to work.

Qualifications

• You have the background and experience to be successful, such as a bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering (or equivalent training/experience) and at least two years of hands-on professional experience developing Salesforce technical solutions in a professional capacity.
• You have excellent client facing communication skills, both written and verbal.
• You hold a minimum of both the Salesforce Certified Administrator and Platform Developer I certifications.
• You demonstrate proficiency with the Salesforce.com API, APEX, Lightning Components/Web Components, and Visualforce using development standards and best practices.
• You are familiar with at least few of the latest front end technologies like jQuery/jQuery Mobile, Bootstrap, Angular, Backbone, ExtJS, React, etc.
• You understand the development life cycle including functional & technical specification, documentation, QA processes, source control (Git / SVN / TFS), maintenance, continuous integration, unit testing and deployment.
• You have integration experience with XML, HTTP/HTTPS, Java, C++, and ASP environments and an understanding of XML, SQL, and enterprise application integration.
• You are a self-starter with strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• You are methodical and organized, comfortably engaging in multiple projects and balancing priorities.
• You have a passion for innovation, keeping up with trends and continuous education related to software engineering.
• You are talented at explaining complex topics clearly and concisely to colleagues and clients.
• You are able to learn new systems and skills quickly. These platforms are evolving quickly, and you will be among the first to learn and share new technologies.
• You have excellent client facing communication skills, both written and verbal.
• You have a positive attitude, a sense of humor, and a work hard/play hard mindset.

The salary range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, level of experience, applicable office location, training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The new hire salary range displays the minimum and maximum salary targets for this position across all US locations, and the range has not been adjusted for any specific state differentials. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the unique facts and circumstances regarding each candidate. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this position is $64,974 to $149,880. Please note that the salary range posted reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits or any potential equity or variable bonus programs. Information regarding the benefits available for this position are in our benefits overview.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed.

WHO WE ARE

Perficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers’ expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, our colleagues bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help our clients – the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

At Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you’ll become part of something truly special.

We believe in developing a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the clients we work with. We’re committed to actively listening, learning, and acting to further advance our organization, our communities, and our future leaders… and we’re not done yet.

Perficient, Inc. proudly provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Perficient, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Perficient, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or covered veterans. Improper interference with the ability of Perficient, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Disability Accommodations:

Perficient is committed to providing a barrier-free employment process with reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

Disclaimer: The above statements are not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed by the employee assigned to this classification. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time.