About the job Salesforce Solution Architect
Job Description
Purpose :
A Salesforce Solution Architect is the project leader from the initial client engagement to the final delivery. They are responsible for the overall solution design and implementation of a project from concept to completion. They are experts in the Salesforce ecosystem in purpose as well as functionality with strong client relation capability (they make the complex seem simple).
Responsibilities
- Meets with clients to identify project needs
- Defines the overarching project solution
- Leads discovery and solution design workshops
- Works with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to define processes, functional use cases, and user experience
- Breaking down large scale projects into manageable sprints of development
- Defines project deliverables and work products for sprint stories
- Oversees the overall progress on project development
- Leads decision discussions and recommendations on which Salesforce products to use based on analysis and research
- Partners on architectural decisions and plans with Technical Architect and Client
- Leads project implementation and milestone achievements
- Assures project requirements are delivered according to solution design
- Responsible for the final configuration and implementation of the intended solution
- Provides solution and / or platform-specific best practices
- Responsible for the Solution Design Document
Strengths
Strong communication skills (both verbally and visually)Strong attention to detailWell-organized and self-motivatedFlexibility to meet continuously changing priorities and challengesInterest in studying and learning new technologies and applicationsWell-rounded deep knowledge of Salesforce Platform and CoreSpecialized expertise in at least one of the following (CPQ, Commerce, Experience)Minimum Qualifications
6+ years of experience with SalesforceBachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related fieldStrong knowledge of Salesforce technology platformUnderstanding of Business Processes and Functional Configuration required.Understanding of Solution Architecture methodologies and design patternsExperience with testing web applications, integrations, and mobile devicesDesired Characteristics
Enthusiastic, self-motivated professional with a focus on building quality applicationsDriven by customer success with a team player attitudeAbility to lead a project team and guide project directionThrives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environmentHighly motivated, hands-on and results-orientedExcellent listening skills to fully collaborate with team and Client to achieve successful outcomeStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsTravel Requirements
Up to 40% Travel