VP, Sales Technology Development Lead

The TCW Group, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Sales Technology Development Lead to spearhead the evolution of their Distribution platform. This pivotal role combines strategic vision with technical prowess, focusing on Salesforce and other SaaS solutions to drive innovation and enhance collaboration. You will lead a talented team, ensuring that technology aligns with ambitious business goals while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. If you are passionate about software development and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a leading asset management firm.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience with strong programming skills.
• 7+ years of Salesforce platform development and administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimization of Salesforce-based solutions.
• Manage solution architecture, custom development, and integrations.

Skills

Python

C++

C#

Salesforce Development

Agile Methodologies

Effective Communication

Time Management

Results-oriented Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Relevant Experience

Tools

Salesforce

GitLab

GitHub

Snowflake

Power BI

Tableau

HubSpot

Azure

Job description

Position Summary

About TCW: TCW is a leading global asset management firm with more than five decades of investment experience and a broad range of products across fixed income, equities, emerging markets, and alternative investments. TCW’s clients include many of the world’s largest corporate and public pension plans, financial institutions, endowments and foundations, as well as financial advisors and high net worth individuals.

Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic hands-on Sales Technology Development Lead, VP to join our Distribution Technology Team at TCW. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading the development of our next-generation Distribution platform. This high-impact role blends strategic leadership with technical expertise, focusing on Salesforce and other SaaS solutions to enhance collaboration, analytics, and reporting.

The successful candidate will oversee and partner with a talented technology team, driving innovation and ensuring the organization’s technology landscape supports its ambitious business objectives.

Essential Duties

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of Salesforce-based solutions, including Sales and Financial Services Cloud, Snowflake, Power BI/Tableau.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive Salesforce strategy, ensuring scalability, security, and adherence to best practices.
• Develop integrations between Salesforce, HubSpot, Snowflake, Seismic, etc.
• Partner closely with our software engineering teams on Azure software development.
• Manage solution architecture, custom development, integrations, and platform maintenance.
• Champion continuous platform enhancements to improve performance and user experience.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the technology team, fostering innovation and collaboration.
• Engage with stakeholders to align technology initiatives with organizational goals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant experience.
• 6+ years of experience in software development. Strong programming skills (Python, C++, C#) and advanced knowledge in back-end development.
• Experience with SecDevOps and CI/CD, particularly GitLab/GitHub.
• 7+ years of experience in Salesforce platform development and administration.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale Salesforce projects.
• Salesforce certifications (e.g., CTA, Application Architect) are highly desirable.
• Experience with Agile methodologies.
• Experience in the financial industry, preferably in Sales within Asset Management.
• Effective communication skills with a wide audience of other engineers across the firm.
• Effective time-management skills, prioritizing deliverables that meet the project's best interests.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on setting clear and achievable goals, addressing challenges and obstacles, and ensuring accountability.
• Forward-thinking approach to technology to stay ahead of trends and provide modern solutions to our internal development teams.

Desired Qualifications

• Passion for software development best practices and high-quality solutions.
• Worked on cloud-native development and using CSP-managed services (ML Azure).
• Hands-on experience with React/Typescript web applications, microservice development (.NET/Go), and unit testing.
• Strong interest in AI and AI integrations.
• Proven success in distributed work environments.
• Experience with BI tools such as CRM Analytics, Power BI, Tableau, etc.
• Experience with Salesforce Outlook integration tools, such as LinkPoint 360.
• Knowledge of Salesforce database replication platforms, such as DBAmp or Informatica.
• Public Cloud Provider certification(s) is a plus.

Estimated Compensation

Base Salary: For NY based position, the base salary range is $175k – $200k. This is an anticipated range only.

Other Compensation: Eligible to be considered for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits: Eligible for TCW’s comprehensive benefits package. See more information here.