Senior Salesforce Developer

Position Summary

The Senior Salesforce Developer designs and deploys software solutions via the Salesforce CRM platform. Maintains the university’s VisualForce pages and Apex code (triggers, services, classes, etc) on the Salesforce platform. Helps to integrate with in-house and third party API services. While Apex is the proprietary language of the platform, it is also expected that the incumbent in this role will be familiar with Java, JavaScript, and HTML. The Senior Salesforce Developer participates in code reviews, and fosters collaboration across teams to enhance system functionality and user experience. Analyzes new technologies, implements architectural changes for scalable database design, and ensures compatibility with emerging mission requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Develop, configure, and deploy business applications using the Salesforce platform.
• Create and maintain VisualForce pages and Apex code based on best practices and code guidelines by the Salesforce Development team.
• Integrate with API web services and Mulesoft.
• Utilize Agile software development approaches, such as Scrum.
• Meet with the project team to understand their requirements and figure out an approach to solve the problem or issues using Salesforce.
• Work with the Salesforce administrators and release management to promote code to other teams, including production.
• Display a commitment to deliver systems in a timely manner according to business need.
• Proactively work to provide solutions to challenges as they arise.
• Mentor and coach team members as necessary.
• Assist engineering leadership in developing solid software engineering processes that are tailored to our environment. 
• Analyze and evaluate new technologies and determine if they can provide a positive impact to our software systems.
• Architect database design changes for large-scale projects that adhere to the rules of database normalization. 
• Ensure effective inter- and intra-team communications. 
• Participate in the deployment of new technology. 
• Coordinate and collaborate with coworkers, internal customers, and other project team members. 
• Consult with end-users on system requirements; understands, recommends, and provides technical advice.
• Communicate and escalate project issues or risks to leadership as appropriate. 
• Display a commitment to deliver systems in a timely matter according to business need. 
• Manage daily support and maintenance of internal Salesforce instance and conduct long term improvement operations to ensure compatibility with evolving mission requirements. 
• Provide solutions to challenges as they arise and deliver solid engineering solutions. 
• Assist in the analysis and interpretation of requirements. 
• Provide accurate estimates.
• Provide solid and well documented technical solutions/architectures within the Salesforce platform.
• Communicate the technical design to implementation team. 
• Lead the implementation of the design as challenges arise, develop technical mitigation plans that provide as little impact as possible to the project commitments.
• Train team members on how to develop/maintain existing and new systems. 
• Provide code/peer reviews. 
• Assist in the troubleshooting of difficult technology problems. 
• Challenge team members to help collaborate on technical solutions. 
• Develop technical skills either by attending seminars (online, in person, etc.) or by purchasing books, etc. 
• Assist in developing leads in monitoring project status, developing project plans and other project leadership roles so that they gain an understanding of the environment we are developing in.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, network administration, or related field, required and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience as a Salesforce developer required.
  • OR
• Minimum of six (6) years of related experience as a Salesforce developer required.
• Salesforce Developer or Administrator certification a plus.
• Experience with Mulesoft a plus.
• Experience in higher education preferred.
• Experience working in a technology-driven enterprise preferred.
• All skills, abilities and education will be considered for minimum qualifications.

Competencies/Technical/Functional Skills:

• Salesforce Lightning knowledge and experience.
• Software development skills and experience.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a positive and constructive attitude.
• Solid engineering and technology skills.  
• Commitment to meet challenging deliverables.
• Possess a positive and constructive attitude. 
• Proven experience with Software Design and Architecture. 
• Proficient with Apex, VisualForce, Lightning, and JavaScript. 
• Experience with database design concepts and use of SOQL, SOSL, and SQL. 
• Experience in designing custom objects, custom fields, picklists, page layouts, workflow, approval processes, validation rules, custom tabs, reports, Visualforce pages, dashboards, and email generation according to application requirements. 
• Able to automate business processes using Salesforce automation tools, such as Process Builder, Workflows, Formulas, Flow, Assignment Rules and email alerts. 
• Experience using MuleSoft Enterprise Service Bus or SOAP and REST integration development. 
• Ability to apply generally accepted programming standards and techniques to assure efficient program logic, data manipulation, and customer user-friendly interfaces. 
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills and maintains a positive, professional image.

Location: Remote

Travel: No Travel Required

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Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies.  Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. The minimum salary will be offered based on the minimum exemption threshold based on state of residency. Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family.  For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. For Part-time benefits, please click here.

Compensation Range:

National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality, diverse workforce representative of the populations we serve. National University employs more than 5,000 faculty and staff and serves over 41,000 students. We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academic and work environment that allows students, faculty and staff to develop their interests and talents while experiencing a sense of community and a commitment to diversity. With programs available both online and at our many campus locations, National University is a leader in creating innovative solutions to education and meeting the needs of our diverse student population, including adult learners and working professionals.

National University offers an opportunity to work in an innovative environment that supports diversity.

National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a diverse mix of highly talented, innovative and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University. We are focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, color, ancestry, age, family care status, veteran status, marital status, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and other legally protected group status.