Remote Salesforce Solution Architect and Senior Administrator

Description:

• Open Philanthropy is seeking a Salesforce Solution Architect and Senior Administrator to work remotely on a full-time basis.
• The role involves designing and building complex Salesforce solutions, demonstrating expert understanding of platform capabilities and limitations.
• The candidate will make informed decisions on solution trade-offs, considering scalability, maintainability, and user experience.
• Responsibilities include developing custom solutions using Apex, SOQL, and potentially Lightning Web Components and Visualforce.
• The candidate will lead requirements-gathering sessions with stakeholders and users, translating business needs into technical specifications.
• Collaboration with business analysts and other Salesforce team members to refine and implement solutions is essential.
• The role includes implementing and advocating for DevOps best practices within the Salesforce team and mentoring junior team members.
• The candidate will evaluate, recommend, implement, and manage Salesforce features and third-party tools.
• Overseeing the team's user support function and helping resolve escalated cases is part of the job.
• The candidate will contribute to the continuous improvement of Salesforce architecture and development processes.
• The role also involves leading Salesforce-adjacent projects from inception to completion, defining and managing project scope, and ensuring all stakeholders meet deadlines.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Salesforce administration and development, with a strong background in solution architecture and technical project management.

Requirements:

• The candidate must have expert-level knowledge of Salesforce platform capabilities and limitations.
• Proficiency in Apex and SOQL is required, with experience in Lightning Web Components and Visualforce considered a plus.
• A strong understanding of Salesforce best practices and design patterns is necessary.
• Experience with DevOps practices in a Salesforce context is required.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and their application in Salesforce projects is essential.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to overcome complex challenges are necessary.
• Strong communication skills are required, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• A track record of successful project delivery in complex Salesforce environments is essential.
• The candidate should have the ability to mentor and guide junior team members.
• Salesforce certifications (e.g., System Architect, Application Architect, or developer certifications) are a plus.
• Philanthropic and/or nonprofit experience is also a plus.

Benefits:

• The compensation for this role ranges from $160,000 to $190,000, including a base salary of $137,000 to $167,000 and an unconditional 401(k) grant of $23,000.
• Excellent health insurance is provided, covering 100% of premiums within the U.S. for the employee and eligible dependents, along with an employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement for certain health expenses.
• The benefits package includes dental, vision, and life insurance for the employee and their family.
• Employees receive four weeks of recommended PTO per year and four months of fully paid family leave.
• A generous and flexible expense policy is in place, encouraging staff to expense ergonomic equipment, software, and services needed for productivity.
• The organization supports continual learning, covering expenses related to professional development.
• Support for remote work is provided, including coverage for a remote workspace outside the home or connection to an Open Phil coworking hub.
• Note that benefits for international hires may differ, but cash equivalents will usually be provided for any benefits that cannot be offered in their country.