Job Title: Salesforce Solutions Architect
Location: Remote (with occasional travel to Columbus, OH, required for key requirements sessions, business process discussions, and build sessions)
Contract Duration: September 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024 (4-month contract with potential for extension)
Hours/Week: 40 hours
Rate: $160/hour
Contract Type: 1099 only
Overview
We are in search of a committed Salesforce Solutions Architect to join our team focused on Work & Asset Management. In this pivotal role, you will engage with both technical and business stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor to comprehend their requirements, analyze relevant data, and formulate viable recommendations that are in line with both business objectives and Salesforce best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Solution Design: Collaborate closely with team members and business stakeholders to understand the organization's vision and requirements, translating these insights into comprehensive technical specifications.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Actively participate in solution design sessions to identify business challenges and define operational objectives.
- Data Analysis: Analyze and interpret complex datasets to effectively fulfill the client’s business needs.
- Technical Leadership: Function as the primary technical contact for stakeholders, ensuring that communication is clear and comprehensive regarding systems and requirements.
- Demonstrations: Assist in the preparation and presentation of technical demonstrations that effectively showcase the value and functionality of proposed solutions.
- Development Collaboration: Engage with the project team throughout the development lifecycle to validate requirements, manage data mapping, design appropriate solutions, and analyze defects.
- Continuous Improvement: Remain updated on Salesforce releases, features, and industry best practices, providing informed recommendations for implementation and change management.
Required Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Technical Leadership
- Complex Problem Solving
- Strong Communication Skills
- Data Modeling and Analysis
- Salesforce Expertise
- Stakeholder Management
- Proficiency in Agile Methodologies
Qualifications
- Over 10 years of experience as a Salesforce Solutions Architect, particularly with the Energy & Utilities Cloud.
- Demonstrated ability to gather requirements and convert them into actionable solutions.
- Proven experience in troubleshooting and resolving production issues efficiently.
- Strong skills in documenting business requirements and developing prototypes.
- Familiarity with both structured and Agile methodologies for application development, design, and maintenance.
- Excellent analytical skills to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- In-depth knowledge of Salesforce products and industry best practices in design, development, testing, business processes, workflow, reporting, and system maintenance.
- Relevant Salesforce Certifications (Admin, Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and/or Developer).
- Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Business Administration, or equivalent training and experience.
Career Growth Opportunities
This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth through exposure to advanced Salesforce technologies and methodologies, enabling team members to enhance their skills and advance their careers within the organization.
Employment Type: Full-Time