Sr. Salesforce Developer- (REMOTE)

OverviewAt Perficient you’ll deliver mission-critical technology and business solutions to Fortune 500 companies and some of the most recognized brands on the planet. And you’ll do it with cutting-edge technologies, thanks to our close partnerships with the world’s biggest vendors. Our network of offices across North America, as well as locations in India and China, will give you the opportunity to spread your wings, too.

We’re proud to be publicly recognized as a “Top Workplace” year after year. This is due, in no small part, to our entrepreneurial attitude and collaborative spirit that sets us apart and keeps our colleagues impassioned, driven, and fulfilled.

Perficient currently has a career opportunity for a Salesforce Lead Developer in our Salesforce Practice. This is a remote position and candidates can live anywhere in the US.

The Salesforce Developer's primary role is to analyze, code, implement and test customized software applications built on Salesforce’s Force.com platform. The candidate will be strong in the coding of custom developed Salesforce functionality using the Salesforce API, APEX, Visualforce, Lightning, and other tools that extend the product. Responsibilities include prompt and complete resolution to issues, aligning both business and technical considerations, and participation in the execution of test plans, ensuring quality solutions are delivered. You will work closely with technical analysts and architects to help identify and plan long-term roadmaps based on these platforms. You will be an expert in multiple pieces of these very diverse, flexible and powerful platforms. You will be able to effectively integrate the platforms with external systems through common integrations patterns using APIs, ETL tools and service bus technologies. Additionally, you will be expected to hold certifications or accreditations as applicable for the Salesforce features necessary to support our clients.

Responsibilities

• Development on the Salesforce platform using the Apex language, Lightning Components/Web Components, and Visualforce.
• Develop API integrations by calling other external systems from Apex or by building custom Apex REST APIs.
• Integrate various platforms using ETL tools like Salesforce Integration Cloud, leveraging Outbound Messages or utilizing Platform Events.
• Understand the importance of leveraging fully the out-of-the-box features of Salesforce so that custom solutions built on top of them can take advantage of updates to those platforms.

Software LTC Traits

• You are excited by solving mission critical business objectives of our clients by extending the Salesforce platform through custom development.
• You enjoy working in emerging technology and being first to market with new solutions for our clients. Digital transformation is driving massive change, and you will be one of the forerunners in the field as we bring the technology to our clients.
• You are obsessed with excellence and quality from yourself and your team.
• You are an evangelist for best practices and current techniques for technical implementation of these platforms.
• You understand the importance of quality, deadline and budget adherence.
• You understand the importance of telling the story of the technical solution your team created through proper documentation and knowledge sharing.
• You enjoy working directly with clients, including occasional travel to client sites to consult or embed with remote teams.
• You understand the importance of a positive attitude, positive culture and work on a continuous basis to make Perficient a great place to work.

Qualifications

• You have the background and experience to be successful, such as a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering (or equivalent training/experience) and at least two years of hands-on professional experience developing Salesforce technical solutions in a professional capacity.
• You have excellent client facing communication skills, both written and verbal.
• You hold a minimum of both the Salesforce Certified Administrator and Platform Developer I certifications.
• You demonstrate proficiency with the Salesforce.com API, APEX, Lightning Components/Web Components, and Visualforce using development standards and best practices.
• You are familiar with at least few of the latest front end technologies like jQuery/jQuery Mobile, Bootstrap, Angular, Backbone, ExtJS, React, etc.
• You understand the development life cycle including functional & technical specification, documentation, QA processes, source control (Git / SVN / TFS), maintenance, continuous integration, unit testing and deployment.
• You have integration experience with
• You are a self-starter with strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• You are methodical and organized, comfortably engaging in multiple projects and balancing priorities.
• You have a passion for innovation, keeping up with trends and continuous education related to software engineering.
• You are talented at explaining complex topics clearly and concisely to colleagues and clients.
• You are able to learn new systems and skills quickly. These platforms are evolving quickly, and you will be among the first to learn and share new technologies.
• You have excellent client facing communication skills, both written and verbal.
• You have a positive attitude, a sense of humor, and a work hard/play hard mindset.

Who We ArePerficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers’ expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, our colleagues bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help our clients – the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.

What We BelieveAt Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you’ll become part of something truly special.

We believe in developing a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the clients we work with. We’re committed to actively listening, learning, and acting to further advance our organization, our communities, and our future leaders… and we’re not done yet.

Perficient, Inc. proudly provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Perficient, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Perficient, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or covered veterans. Improper interference with the ability of Perficient, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Disability AccommodationsPerficient is committed to providing a barrier-free employment process with reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

Select work authorization questions to ask when applicants apply

• Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
• Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?

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