Senior Salesforce Data Engineer

LM Wind Power / GE; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

First Advantage is seeking an experienced Data Engineer/Salesforce Architect to design and build scalable data pipelines that feed Salesforce and related BI tools. You will conduct advanced data analysis with SQL and Python, model Salesforce data, and enforce governance and security across platforms.

The role requires strong Salesforce expertise, data integration experience, and familiarity with Snowflake/BigQuery, Power BI, and Tableau.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, Data Science, IS, Engineering or related field.
• 7–9+ years in Data Engineering, Salesforce Architecture, or CRM data management.
• Strong ability to deliver large-scale Salesforce data migration and integration projects.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest and transform large datasets into Salesforce.
• Design integration solutions between Salesforce and enterprise apps using APIs and middleware.
• Perform deep-dive data analysis using SQL and Python to identify data quality issues, trends, and anomalies.
• Model Salesforce objects and scalable data models for reporting and BI needs.
• Implement automated data quality, deduplication, and governance frameworks.
• Monitor and optimize data integration processes and APIs for performance.

Skills

SQL

Python

Apex programming

SOQL

SOSL

Data modelling

Data governance

Data integration

ETL/ELT

APIs

Snowflake

BigQuery

Tableau

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering

Tools

Salesforce Ecosystem

Data Loader Bulk API 2.0

Platform Events

Change Data Capture (CDC)

REST and SOAP APIs

Salesforce Shield (Data Encryption)

Git

GitHub

GitLab

CI/CD

Power BI

Tableau

Oracle Database

SQL Server

Snowflake

BigQuery

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Salesforce Data Engineering & Analysis Pipeline Architecture Build scalable ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest, transform, and synchronize large datasets into Salesforce. Design integration solutions between Salesforce and enterprise applications using modern APIs and middleware platforms. Advanced Analytics Conduct deep-dive data analysis using SQL, Python, DBAmp to identify data quality issues, trends, and anomalies. Develop data-driven insights that support business operations and strategic initiatives. Data Modelling Design, optimize, and maintain Salesforce standard and custom objects. Create scalable data models that support reporting, analytics, and business intelligence requirements. Data Governance Implement automated data quality controls, deduplication processes, and data cleansing frameworks. Enforce data governance, security, compliance, and retention policies across Salesforce platforms. Performance Optimization Monitor and optimize data integration processes, APIs, and Salesforce data operations. Improve system scalability and data processing efficiency.

Required Tools & Technical Skillset

• Salesforce Ecosystem
• Data Management
• Salesforce Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Data Cloud
• Data Loader Bulk API 2.0
• Platform Events
• Change Data Capture (CDC)
• Querying & Development Expert-level SOQL and SOSL Apex programming and Apex collections
• Salesforce REST and SOAP APIs
• Security & Architecture Deep understanding of Salesforce Data Model and Schema
• Salesforce Shield (Data Encryption)
• Role Hierarchies, Sharing Rules, Permission Sets, and Data Security best practices
• Core Data Engineering & Analytics Languages Expert-level SQL
• Proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy) for data analysis and transformation
• Data Warehousing & Integration Snowflake BigQuery Oracle Database SQL Server
• Data integration and ETL/ELT frameworks
• BI & Analytics Tools Power BI Tableau Salesforce CRM Analytics
• DevOps & Methodology Tools Git GitHub GitLab Process CI/CD deployment pipelines Agile/Scrum development methodologies DataOps and DevOps best practices

Qualifications & Experience

Experience 7–9+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Salesforce Data Architecture, Data Integration, or CRM Data Management. Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. Problem Solving Proven track record delivering large-scale Salesforce data migration, integration, and transformation projects. Communication Ability to translate complex data structures and technical concepts into business-friendly insights for stakeholders.

Equal Employment Opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunities at First Advantage. First Advantage is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace and recruitment process that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions at First Advantage are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About First Advantage

First Advantage is a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry. Enabled by its proprietary technology and AI, First Advantage’s platforms, data, and APIs power comprehensive employment background screening, digital identity solutions, and verification services. With a strong emphasis on innovation, automation, and customer success, First Advantage empowers 80,000 organizations to hire smarter and onboard faster. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, First Advantage serves customers in over 200 countries and territories and modernizes hiring and onboarding on a global scale. For more information, please visit our website at https://fadv.com/.

Professional Development & Benefits

Professional development opportunities, such as our award-winning SOAR program

• Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO) Policy to encourage involvement in philanthropic activities
• Competitive benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
• Global Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to all team members
• Opportunities to connect with colleagues across six Employee Impact Groups and participate in Employee Experience events throughout the year
• Must meet hourly work requirement to be eligible