IT Software Developer Analyst-Level 4 - Lead

Overview

Principal Salesforce Developer

Position Overview:

We are seeking an exceptional Principal Salesforce Developer to serve as the technical architect and strategic leader for our Salesforce platform. This role requires deep expertise in Salesforce architecture, proven leadership in driving enterprise-wide initiatives, and the ability to establish technical standards and best practices across the organization. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on technical excellence with strategic vision, mentoring senior developers, and partnering with executive stakeholders to align technology solutions with business objectives.

• Strategic Architecture & Technical Leadership
  • Define and enforce Salesforce architecture standards, design patterns, and governance frameworks across the enterprise
  • Architect complex, scalable solutions spanning multiple Salesforce clouds (Sales, Service, Experience, Marketing) and integrations
  • Lead technical due diligence for platform upgrades, third-party packages, and emerging Salesforce technologies including AI/Einstein capabilities
  • Drive adoption of Dev Ops practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
  • Establish security architecture including data governance, compliance frameworks, and audit controls
• Advanced Development & Innovation
  • Design and develop sophisticated solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flows, Platform Events, and Change Data Capture
  • Architect enterprise integrations using Mule Soft and custom API solutions with complex orchestration patterns
  • Implement advanced security models including OAuth, SAML, SSO, field-level encryption, and platform security best practices
  • Leverage Salesforce DX, version control strategies, and release management processes
  • Evaluate and implement AI-powered solutions, including Einstein Analytics, Einstein Bots, and Copilot capabilities
• Enterprise Leadership & Mentorship
  • Lead and mentor teams of senior developers, architects, and technical leads across onsite and offshore locations
  • Establish coding standards, peer review processes, and technical excellence programs
  • Drive technical roadmap planning and capacity planning for multiple concurrent initiatives
  • Participate in architectural review boards and provide technical governance across projects
  • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence
• Executive Stakeholder Engagement
  • Translate complex business strategies into comprehensive technical solutions and roadmaps
  • Present architecture proposals, ROI analyses, and technical recommendations to executive leadership
  • Partner with Product Management, Enterprise Architecture, and IT Leadership on platform strategy
  • Lead proof-of-concept initiatives to validate emerging technologies and business opportunities
  • Manage vendor relationships and evaluate strategic technology partnerships

• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 10+ years of hands-on Salesforce development with at least 3 years in an architect or principal-level role
• Technical Expertise:
  Expert-level proficiency across the Salesforce platform including Apex, LWC, Flows, Platform Events, APIs, and multi-cloud solutions
• Certifications:
  
  Minimum of 4 Salesforce certifications required, including:
  • Platform Developer II (required)
  • Application Architect or System Architect (required)
  • Additional certifications such as Integration Architect, Identity & Access Management, Data Architect, or AI Specialist (preferred)
• Integration Excellence:
  Extensive experience with Mule Soft, Boomi, or similar iPaaS platforms and complex integration patterns
• Leadership:
  Proven track record leading technical teams, establishing standards, and driving organizational change in Agile/SAFe environments
• Dev Ops:
  Strong experience with Salesforce DX, Git, CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure Dev Ops, Copado), and automated testing frameworks
• Communication:
  Exceptional ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and executive audiences
• Strategic Thinking:
  Demonstrated ability to balance technical excellence with business value and long-term platform sustainability.

• Experience with Business Rules Management Systems (BRMS) and decision automation platforms
• Knowledge of utility industry applications (nCino, Vlocity/Industries, or similar)
• Background in data migration, ETL processes, and master data management
• Experience with Agile at scale (SAFe) methodologies
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification
• Experience implementing AI/ML solutions or Einstein platform capabilities

EEO:

“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”