Salesforce Developer (Software Development Specialist 3)

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Education & Development Opportunities

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking a skilled Salesforce Developer to join the Application Development Team. You will design, develop, test, and deploy scalable Salesforce applications using Apex, Visualforce, and Lightning Web Components, collaborating with stakeholders to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions.

Lead and support all phases of the software development lifecycle, maintain documentation, stay current with Salesforce updates, and ensure

Qualifications

• 60 mos. combined work experience in software development and related areas.
• Associate core program in computer science or information systems with 42 mos. combined work experience, including 12 mos. in the primary technology as listed by the position description.
• Undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems with 36 mos. combined work experience, including 12 mos. in the primary technology as listed by the position description.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable Salesforce applications using Apex, Visualforce, and LWC.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Ensure architecture, design patterns, coding standards, and processes are followed.
• Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback for maintainable code.
• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Lead and support all phases of the software development lifecycle including testing and deployment.
• Troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal performance and user experience.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation including specifications and user guides.
• Stay current with Salesforce updates and proactively suggest improvements.
• Collaborate with admins, analysts, and other developers for seamless integration.

Skills

Information Technology

Customer Focus

Innovation

Strategic Thinking

Salesforce

Tools

Salesforce

Apex

Visualforce

Lightning Web Components

Job description

Job Description - Salesforce Developer (Software Development Specialist 3) (260005ZP)

Salesforce Developer (Software Development Specialist 3) (260005ZP)

Organization

Medicaid

Agency Contact Name and Information

[e-mail]

Unposting Date

Sep 21, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Lazarus 6 50 West Town Street Columbus 43215

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $41.81 - $61.49/hour

Schedule

Full-time

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Information Technology

Technical Skills : Application Design, Operational Support, Software development/implementation, Salesforce

Professional Skills : Customer Focus, Innovation, Strategic Thinking

Primary Technology : Customer Relationship Management

Agency Overview

About Us: Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine's agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is \"the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business,\" we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help.

Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by:

• Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.


• Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.


• Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.


• Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.


• Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.

Job Description

What You Will Do at ODM:

Office: Information & Technology Services

Bureau: Application Development

Classification: Software Development Specialist 3 (PN 20041037)

Primary Technology: Salesforce

Secondary Technology: Web Development

Job Overview: The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking skilled a Salesforce developer to be part of our Application Development Team. As a Salesforce Developer, your responsibilities will include:

• Designing, developing, testing, and deploying scalable and secure applications on the Salesforce platform using Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Web Components, and other Salesforce technologies.


• Collaborating with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements, translating them into effective technical solutions.


• Ensuring adherence to best practices in architecture, design patterns, coding standards, and development processes.


• Conducting code reviews and providing constructive feedback to ensure high-quality, maintainable code.


• Managing multiple priorities efficiently while meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.


• Leading and supporting all phases of the software development lifecycle, including unit testing, system integration, user acceptance testing, and deployment.


• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, ensuring optimal performance and user experience.


• Maintaining comprehensive documentation, including technical specifications, user guides, and training materials.


• Staying current with Salesforce platform updates, new features, and industry trends; proactively recommend enhancements and improvements.


• Collaborating with administrators, analysts, and other developers to ensure seamless integration with other systems and platforms.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage


• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period


• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year


• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave


• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)


• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

60 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: assuring requirements are defined and approved, performing code reviews and ensuring application development standards are met including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

-Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems; 42 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: assuring requirements are defined and approved, performing code reviews and ensuring application development standards are met including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems; 36 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: assuring requirements are defined and approved, performing code reviews and ensuring application development standards are met including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

-Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. Note: The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect the required, primary technology directly relating to the duties of the position. Only those applicants possessing the experience in the required, primary technology listed in the position description & job posting are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The job posting must list the required technology commensurate with the position in question.

Job Skills: Information Technology

Technical Skills: Application Design, Salesforce, Operational Support, Software Development/Implementation

Professional Skills: Innovation, Customer Focus, Strategic Thinking

Supplemental Information

The Ohio Department of Medicaid does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.

On call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Required to carry a cellular phone as assigned. Required to work occasional overtime as assigned.

Job duty, knowledge, skill & ability statements at lower level are understood to be performed at any higher level.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation. Or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.

Resumes and/or attachments are not reviewed. Therefore, please provide detail in the work experience section of your application.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strides to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.