Salesforce Architect-Connell DR, NJ ( Local Onsite

Salesforce Architect

We are seeking a highly experienced Independent Salesforce Architect Contractor to lead the technical solution design and cross-cloud architecture for an upcoming enterprise transformation initiative. The consultant will be responsible for defining end-to-end multi-cloud integration strategies across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Marketing Cloud, while setting foundational data and governance standards. Experience with Salesforce Data Cloud is a highly valued plus to support real-time data harmonization and unified profile objectives.

Scope of Work & Deliverables

• Multi-Cloud Solution Architecture:
  Design and document target-state architecture blueprints connecting Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Marketing Cloud, delivering a seamless 360-degree customer view.
• Data Flow & Journey Integration:
  Architect lead-to-opportunity life cycles and high-throughput data pipelines between Marketing Cloud (MC Connect, Journey Builder, Data Extensions) and Core Salesforce.
• Service Cloud Transformation:
  Deliver architecture specifications for Omni-Channel routing, Case Management, Service Console, and self-service integrations.
• Data Cloud Strategy (Preferred not required - a huge plus):
  Advise on or architect data ingestion streams, Identity Resolution rules, Data Spaces, and real-time activation scenarios leveraging Salesforce Data Cloud.
• Integration & Security Design:
  Define robust enterprise integration patterns (REST/SOAP, Event-Driven/Pub-Sub, Middleware/Mule Soft) and identity/access management frameworks (SSO, OAuth).
• Technical Governance & Quality Control:
  Establish coding and automation standards (Apex, LWC, Flow), conduct code/design reviews, and ensure scalability against Large Data Volume (LDV) constraints and governor limits.

Contractor Qualifications & Expertise

Demonstrated Expertise: 8+ years as a Salesforce Architect/Lead Consultant with a proven track record of successful enterprise multi-cloud implementations (Sales, Service, Marketing). Deep Marketing Cloud Technical Proficiency:
Hands-on mastery of Marketing Cloud Connect, AMPscript, Journey Builder, SQL Queries, and Data Extensions. Core Platform Mastery:
Deep proficiency in Apex, LWC, Advanced Flow Design, SOQL/SOSL, and Enterprise Integration Patterns. Data Cloud Readiness (Plus):
Direct project exposure or certified knowledge in Salesforce Data Cloud implementation and data modeling. Business Independence:
Ability to operate autonomously, manage delivery milestones, present architecture options to executive stakeholders, and drive technical decision-making without daily supervision.

Preferred Certifications

• Salesforce Certified Application Architect or System Architect
• Salesforce Certified Sales Cloud & Service Cloud Consultant
• Salesforce Certified Marketing Cloud Consultant or Developer
• Salesforce Certified Data Cloud Consultant (Strong Plus)