Lead Salesforce Architect

Eutelsat; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Eutelsat in London is seeking an experienced Lead Salesforce Architect to shape our Salesforce strategy, blueprint enterprise integrations, and guide development teams. You’ll translate complex business needs into scalable, secure solutions, define architectural standards, and ensure alignment with IT strategy.

You will mentor developers, run design reviews, support CI/CD adoption, and stay current with Salesforce releases to maximise value across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Experience Cloud.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Salesforce experience with architectural responsibilities.
• Proven track record designing enterprise Salesforce solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Salesforce architecture, limits, integration patterns and data modelling.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the Salesforce architecture across the enterprise (Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud and integrations).
• Translate business requirements into scalable, secure Salesforce solutions.
• Create architectural diagrams, technical documentation and high-level design specs.
• Guide and mentor Salesforce developers, admins and analysts on best practices and standards.
• Evaluate Salesforce-native and AppExchange solutions as needed.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security policies and data governance.
• Lead design reviews and support CI/CD practices in the Salesforce ecosystem.
• Engage with stakeholders to refine business requirements and stay updated on releases.

Skills

Salesforce architecture

Apex

Lightning Web Components

CI/CD pipelines

Stakeholder management

Mentorship

Education

Salesforce Certified Technical Architect

Tools

Salesforce DevOps tools

AppExchange solutions

Job description

Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat – the world’s first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator.

As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you at on land, at sea and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world.

With Eutelsat You’ll Get To:

• Pioneer the future of Space Technology
• Bring connectivity to remote frontiers
• Collaborate with customer-centric experts
• Embrace cultural diversity in our global team

In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference to become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

Why Eutelsat?

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are proud that one-third of our executive team and 60% of our board are represented by women.
• Ways of Working That Drive Us: As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer-centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles.
• Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat, sustainability is more than just a word; it’s woven into our strategy. We’re dedicated to balancing social, environmental, and economic growth — both on Earth and in space.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat, we are committed to supporting your well-being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home.

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Lead Salesforce Architect to lead the architectural design and implementation of Salesforce solutions across the enterprise. This role is critical in shaping our Salesforce strategy, ensuring scalable and secure integrations, and guiding development teams in delivering best-in-class solutions.

You’ll collaborate with business stakeholders, enterprise architects, and technical teams to define the Salesforce architecture blueprint that aligns with business objectives and IT strategy.

What You’ll Do:

• Define and own the Salesforce architecture across the enterprise, covering Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and integrations.
• Translate business requirements into scalable and secure Salesforce solutions.
• Create architectural diagrams, technical documentation, and high-level design specs.
• Guide and mentor Salesforce developers, admins, and analysts on best practices and technical standards.
• Evaluate and recommend Salesforce-native and AppExchange solutions as needed.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security policies, and data governance standards.
• Lead technical design reviews, code reviews, and solution design sessions.
• Support the implementation of CI/CD practices and DevOps pipelines in the Salesforce ecosystem.
• Engage in stakeholder meetings to gather and refine business requirements.
• Stay updated on the latest Salesforce releases and assess their applicability to the business

What You’ll Need:

• 8+ years of Salesforce experience, with at least 3 years in an architectural role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-level Salesforce solutions.
• Strong understanding of Salesforce architecture, limits, integration patterns, and data modelling.
• Experience in CRM, CLM, CPQ & Order Management.
• Hands‑on experience with Apex, Lightning Web Components, and declarative configuration.
• Experience with Salesforce DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to mentor and technically lead development teams.
• Salesforce certifications such as:
• Salesforce Certified Technical Architect
• Experience in merging different Salesforce Orgs into one.
• Experience integrating Salesforce with external systems (e.g., ERP, legacy apps, data lakes).
• Background in enterprise architecture (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.).
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Nice to have: Experience in SalesForce Communications Cloud.

Where You’ll Work: London, UK

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