
Salesforce Technical Architect
- Bethesda, MD
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Architecture Strategy and Governance: Lead the creation and maintenance of the enterprise-wide Salesforce architecture strategy and roadmap. Develop guiding principles, reference architectures, and blueprints that align Salesforce implementations with enterprise goals.
- Solution Design and Oversight: Partner with business and IT stakeholders to design end-to-end Salesforce solutions that support business objectives. Architect and review Salesforce implementations for multi-cloud (e.g., Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, HealthCloud, Marketing Cloud, and cross-functional programs.
- Integration and Data Architecture: Define and oversee Salesforce integration patterns with enterprise patient management systems, cloud, and custom applications. Guide the design of APIs, middleware (e.g., MuleSoft), and ETL processes for secure and reliable data exchange. Own the data modeling, governance, and quality strategies within the Salesforce platform.
- Platform Management and DevOps: Support the implementation of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and release governance for Salesforce deployments.
- Leadership and Collaboration: Serve as a trusted advisor to executive sponsors, product owners, architects, developers, and system admins. Lead and mentor teams of Salesforce developers, business analysts, and solution architects.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in Enterprise Salesforce Architecture and Delivery across leading industries, including Healthcare.
- 8+ years of experience in leading and delivering complex Salesforce multi-cloud implementations.
- 6+ years of experience in Salesforce solution design, development, implementation, and governance, with a strong focus on sustainability and scalability.
- Exposure to multiple industries such as Finance, Insurance, and working experience in leading consulting organizations.
- Domain-Specific Experience
- Salesforce Designed and implemented enterprise architecture strategies aligned with the TOGAF framework, ensuring scalable and efficient delivery models.
- Developed and maintained IT roadmaps, value streams to align technology solutions with long-term business goals.
- Delivered conceptual and solution architecture designs (CADs) and participated in governance forums such as Architecture Review Boards (ARBs) and Technology Governance Boards (TGBs) for solution governance.
- Deep expertise in Salesforce platform technologies, including Apex, Flows, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and core declarative tools.
- Hands-on experience in cloud-native software development and modern DevOps practices, tailored to enterprise Salesforce implementations.
- Proven track record working with secure systems handling sensitive data in regulated industries such as Healthcare and Financial Services.
- Strong background in data ingestion pipelines and external integrations using Salesforce APIs, MuleSoft, and middleware solutions.
- In-depth understanding of the Salesforce data lifecycle and alignment with reference architecture patterns for scalability and reusability.
- Led Salesforce multi-cloud transformations by integrating HealthCloud, Marketing Cloud, Service Cloud, and marketing cloud, enabling unified data views and cross- functional process automation.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the capability to articulate complex technical issues to a diverse audience
- Certified in multiple industry-recognized frameworks and platforms, including TOGAF (Enterprise Architecture), Salesforce (multiple Architect certifications), and major cloud providers such as AWS and Google Cloud.
- Experience with health-care systems, like Electronic Health Records, Patient Management Systems.
- Sitting for prolonged periods of time. Extensive use of computers and keyboard. Occasional walking and lifting may be required.