Lead Salesforce and Enterprise Systems Developer (Digital Enterprise – Technology)

Urban Institute; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 112,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Salesforce and Enterprise Systems Developer to join their Digital Enterprise team. This role focuses on designing innovative solutions for enterprise systems, developing integrations, and creating impactful data models. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Salesforce, a knack for problem-solving, and strong project management skills. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving lives through impactful research and effective practices. This position offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will drive user success and organizational goals.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Salesforce experience with a relevant degree or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Apex, LWC, APIs, SQL, JSON, and XML is essential.
• Strong project management and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Salesforce automations for complex processes.
• Develop custom Salesforce applications using Apex and APIs.
• Collaborate with teams to identify improvements and implement solutions.

Skills

Salesforce Platform Experience

API Development

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Relevant Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Salesforce

Apex

Lightning Web Components (LWC)

APIs

SQL

JSON

XML

JIRA

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Lead Salesforce and Enterprise Systems Developer (Digital Enterprise – Technology)

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The Urban Institute is a research-to-impact institution dedicated to improving lives and strengthening communities through effective practices and policies. With over 50 years of delivering evidence and solutions, we aim to create meaningful change.

About the Opportunity

The Lead Salesforce and Enterprise Systems Developer will be part of the Digital Enterprise team within the Department of Technology & Data Science. The role involves designing solutions for enterprise systems like Salesforce, Workday, and JAMIS Prime, developing integrations, and creating data models and visualizations. The candidate should be a self-starter capable of collaborating across teams, managing multiple projects, and driving user success through effective adoption strategies. The position reports to the Senior Director of Digital Enterprise.

Responsibilities

1. Design, implement, and maintain Salesforce automations for complex business processes.
2. Develop and oversee custom Salesforce applications using Apex, Lightning Web Components, APIs, etc.
3. Architect data structures and design system integrations.
4. Provide advanced Salesforce support and guidance across the organization.
5. Collaborate with teams to identify improvements and implement solutions.
6. Guide analytics and data queries to support organizational goals.
7. Maintain best practices for software development and enterprise architecture.

Who You Are

A candidate with extensive Salesforce platform experience, API development skills, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for problem-solving. Experience in requirements gathering, design, and managing multiple projects is essential. A commitment to continuous learning and innovation is crucial.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience, with a relevant degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Apex, LWC, APIs, SQL, JSON, XML.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
• Experience in project leadership and complex process understanding.

Preferred Skills

• Salesforce administration/development certification (5+ years).
• Experience with JIRA, Lean, problem-solving tools, and integration platforms like Docker or Kubernetes.

Application Requirements

• Resume
• Cover letter

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $112,850 – $188,500, commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, retirement plans, and educational assistance. Urban Institute is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is an equal opportunity employer.