Salesforce Developer

MSA Outsourcing Solutions - UK is seeking a skilled Salesforce Developer to join one of our UK based client. As a Salesforce Developer you will play a critical role in customising and enhancing our Salesforce platform to improve process efficiency and enhance user satisfaction. You will also integrate Salesforce with existing systems, ensuring data accuracy and security and providing technical support whenever required.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in developing and customising Salesforce applications, as well as experience in designing and implementing complex solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Creating custom solutions by designing and developing Salesforce applications.
• Participate in the entire software development life cycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing and deployment.
• Supporting, maintaining, and improving the working of existing Salesforce applications for optimal functionality.
• Creating and maintaining integrations with other applications and systems using web services and APIs.
• Collaborating with stakeholders and other developers to identify and implement improvements for the system.
• Ensuring compliance with security and development standards of Salesforce.
• Develop and maintain custom applications on the Salesforce platform using Apex, Visualforce, and other technologies.
• Create technical documentation for the company, like user guides, release notes and design documents.
• Work collaboratively with technical teams to collect and document requirements for Salesforce solutions.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues related to Salesforce integrations and applications.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure that the best practices for the existing and new Salesforce solutions are implemented.
• Stay updated with new Salesforce features & functionalities and recommend best practices to enhance the existing Salesforce implementations.

• 3-5 years of demonstrable experience in software development.
• Proven experience as a Salesforce Developer with a solid understanding of Salesforce architecture.
• Strong proficiency in Salesforce development including Apex, Visualforce, and Lightning Component Framework, Salesforce service cloud and Salesforce marketing cloud.
• Familiarity with Salesforce integration technologies (REST/SOAP APIs, Web Services).
• Experience with configuring and customizing Salesforce applications, including data models, workflows, and validation rules.
• Familiarity with tools like Salesforce DX, Ant Migration Tool, or Change Sets.
• Understanding of Salesforce data model, including standard and custom objects, relationships, and fields.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies is beneficial.
• Salesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Developer, Salesforce Administrator) are a plus.