Salesforce Developer | DC Metro

We're seeking a passionate Salesforce Developer ready to be a key contributor to our Salesforce Org. This is a unique opportunity to be the primary developer at a growing company to shape its evolution and infrastructure to better serve our customers. You'll be empowered to implement best practices, optimize processes, and deliver solutions that directly impact our business by flexing and growing your Salesforce skills.

About this Role

As a Salesforce Developer for Foundation Direct, you will design and develop custom applications, features, and integrations within the Salesforce platform.

You will work in close collaboration with our SVP Strategic Operations and end-users to gather and analyze requirements. Your collaboration with key stakeholders will be paramount in designing, developing, and implementing Salesforce solutions that enhance operational processes.

You will be responsible for creating and maintaining technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user guides.

The ideal applicant will possess a background in Salesforce development, a comprehensive understanding of the Salesforce platform, and exceptional problem-solving and communication competencies.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement customized Salesforce solutions to support business needs
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze business processes, and identify opportunities for improvement
• Maintain and enhance existing Salesforce applications, ensuring optimal performance and functionality
• Oversee the quality assurance process, including thorough testing and debugging, and managing the deployment of new features or applications
• Write and perpetually update documentation encompassing technical specifications, user manuals, and version release annotations
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Salesforce applications and integrations
• Work closely with other teams, like sales, marketing, and customer service, to understand their needs and translate them into effective Salesforce solutions
• Provide training and support to end-users on Salesforce applications and best practices
• Stay current with Salesforce platform updates, features, and best practices
• Assist third-party developers to troubleshoot their integration with Salesforce.com APIs, Apex, Visualforce and implementation of other Salesforce.com developer products; this involves debugging, troubleshooting, and taking responsibility to see that the issue is fully resolved

Requirements:

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, and/or solid computer programming skills with relevant work experience
• 3-5+ years’ professional experience in the software development field, specifically relating to Salesforce
• Salesforce Developer certification (e.g., Platform Developer I or II), preferred
• Proven experience in Salesforce development, with a strong understanding of Apex, JSON, Visualforce and Lightning Components
• Strong understanding of Salesforce platform capabilities, limitations, and best practices
• Understanding of CRM principles and the Salesforce ecosystem, including its various modules like Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Partner Community Experience and Marketing Cloud (Pardot)
• Proficiency with Salesforce APIs (SOAP, REST), Mulesoft and Mulesoft Composer, SOQL , integrations, and data migration
• Superior proficiency in problem-solving, analytical reasoning, and communication capabilities
• Understanding of cloud integration and development
• Ability to automate complex business processes using Salesforce tools like Process Builder, Flows, and Workflow Rules
• Customize and configure Salesforce based on specific business needs, including creating and modifying objects, fields, workflows, and other platform features
• Competence to operate efficiently within a collaborative and dynamic setting

Compensation
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Company benefits offerings include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, wellness, paid time off, paid maternity/paternity leave, and more. This is a full-time, remote, salaried position.

Next Steps!
If you are interested in this position and would like to be considered, please complete the ONLINE APPLICATION and be sure to include a current resume and cover letter. Based on the number of applicants received, we will only reach out to those candidates whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the position. If you are selected to move forward in the recruiting process, you will be contacted by a member of Foundation’s team within the next 7-10 business days. Thank you and best of luck!

ABOUT FOUNDATION DIRECT

Created by the founders of Google’s Automotive Retail Team, Foundation Direct provides a robust technology platform that empowers Automotive Dealers to take control of their digital advertising and “go direct” to the largest media partners (Google, YouTube, Facebook, & BING). This automated digital solution drives true business outcomes and brings transparency into fees, reporting, and performance that are desperately needed within the industry.

While the company remains focused on prioritizing solutions that are best for the customer, Foundation Direct also promotes a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employees are encouraged to share their opinions and have an opportunity to shape the strategy and products as the company evolves to meet the customer needs over time. The well-being and personal growth of Employees remains top of mind within the leadership team.