Salesforce Architect

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Salesforce Solutions Architect to lead architecture and development on the Salesforce platform. This role involves analyzing requirements, designing solutions, and ensuring the stability of applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Salesforce architecture, a deep understanding of integration patterns, and a passion for modern technologies. The company fosters an inclusive culture and offers opportunities for professional growth and community engagement. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Vacation

Personal and Sick Days

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Salesforce Architecture experience and 10+ years in Enterprise platforms.
• Strong knowledge of Web Services, databases, and security practices.
• At least one Salesforce Architect certification required.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop on Salesforce platform for complex initiatives.
• Support the business team on the proper use of Salesforce.
• Investigate failures and perform root cause analysis.

Skills

Salesforce Architecture

Apex Programming

Web Services

REST API

SOAP API

Talend

Informatica

Agile Methodologies

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Tools

Jenkins

Bitbucket

Git

Job description

Requisition ID: 216623

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Salesforce Solutions Architect is responsible for architecture, design, and development on Salesforce platform for complex business and technology initiatives for our various lines of business, day to day operations of Salesforce applications, providing thought leadership, navigating us through designs, architecture governance and application roadmaps. As technical leader, architect is expected to assist team in solving production issues and supporting team with investigations and being a key advocate of efficiency and continual improvement as we work to modernize.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Analyse and estimate effort for new scope and requirements.
• Architect, Design and Develop on Salesforce platform on multiple complex initiatives, and operations and stability of the application ecosystem.
• Stay abreast of modern technologies and best practices, and recommend introduction of new technology and processes.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert and manage admin functions for Salesforce platform.
• Support the business team on the proper use of the Salesforce by focusing on configuration rather than customization.
• Investigate failures, perform root cause analysis and implement fixes; utilize internal defect tracking tool to create detailed, high quality error report.
• Work with product owners and test engineers to support QA processes, review test plans, test coverage and help improve test automation.
• Provide technical oversight and mentor Salesforce engineers, ensuring quality deliverables.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Minimum 5 years of Salesforce Architecture experience and overall 10 + years of experience in Enterprise platforms.
• 7+ years of hands-on Salesforce experience designing solutions, configuring and developing in Apex code.
• Deep understanding of Salesforce features including Apex programming, Lightning components and integration patterns.
• Strong knowledge of Web Services, databases and security practices.
• Must have experience Integrating Salesforce with other cloud based application systems using REST, SOAP API, Talend, Informatica.
• Knowledge of deployment processes and release pipelines. E.g.: Jenkins, Bitbucket/Git.
• Good understanding of packaged based deployments, Metadata API and Ant.
• Strong communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent required.
• At least one Salesforce Architect certification: Salesforce Application Architect, Salesforce System Architect (certifications will be checked and validated).
• Experience on Financial Services Cloud preferred.
• Experience with Distributed Marketing preferred.
• Ability to work in cross functional teams.
• Experience in agile methodologies like SCRUM/Kanban.

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days, and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs.

Work arrangements: Hybrid

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Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.