VP of Engineering

Hire Resolve; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary negotiable

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a highly skilled VP of Engineering to lead Salesforce integration projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of software engineering experience, with at least 4 years specifically in Salesforce. Key responsibilities include strategic leadership of technical teams, project oversight, and ensuring quality outcomes. The position offers a negotiable salary and requires strong leadership and communication skills. Applications can be submitted via email to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Software Engineering and 4+ years Salesforce experience.
• Experience leading teams in a VP of Engineering role.
• Strong command of Apex, LWC, and Salesforce APIs.
• Proficiency with multi-cloud Salesforce solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of Salesforce solutions.
• Define project roadmaps and allocate resources.
• Architect and maintain high-quality Salesforce solutions.
• Oversee technical planning, including integration best practices.
• Mentor and manage the engineering team.
• Engage with stakeholders to communicate technical progress.

Skills

Salesforce development

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Apex programming

Lightning Web Components

Data integration

Project management

Education

Salesforce Application Architect Certification

Platform Developer Certification

Integration Architect Certification

Tools

Salesforce

Mulesoft

Job description

Hire Resolve's client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced VP of Engineering with a deep understanding of the Salesforce platform to lead their technical team. This role is crucial for driving our Salesforce integration, architecture, and customization projects while ensuring alignment with our business objectives. The ideal candidate will bring extensive hands‑on experience with Salesforce development, architecture, and leadership, along with strong communication skills to manage cross‑functional teams and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the team in designing and implementing Salesforce solutions that align with business needs and strategic objectives.
• Project Oversight: Define project roadmaps, allocate resources, and ensure successful project execution within defined timelines and budgets.
• Salesforce Expertise: Utilize extensive Salesforce knowledge to architect, build, and maintain high‑quality, scalable solutions, leveraging Salesforce Clouds (e.g., Sales Service, Experience).
• Technical Management: Oversee technical planning and execution, including Apex programming, Lightning Web Components (LWC), data modeling, and integration best practices.
• Team Development: Mentor, coach, and manage the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary technical liaison between the team and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of technical limitations and project progress.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and enforce quality standards, ensuring robust testing, debugging, and release management practices.
• Innovation and Optimization: Drive process improvements in project delivery, leveraging cutting‑edge technologies and integration tools to streamline operations and maximize efficiency.

Requirements

• Experience: 8+ years in Software Engineering experience and 4+ year Salesforce experience, with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Experience leading technical teams in a VP of Engineering, Technical Lead, or equivalent role.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong command of Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Visualforce, and Salesforce APIs (REST/SOAP).
  • Proficiency with multi‑cloud Salesforce solutions (Sales Cloud, Service Cloud Experience Cloud).
  • In‑depth experience with data integration, utilizing tools like Mulesoft or custom APIs.
• Certifications: Salesforce Application Architect, Platform Developer, and/or Integration Architect certifications preferred.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, collaboration, and leadership skills. Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience managing large‑scale Salesforce implementations, including data governance and compliance.
• Proficiency in agile methodologies and release management, with experience using Scrum, SAFe or similar frameworks.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career‑changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [e-mail]

You can also connect with Daniel, Carmen and Gaby on LinkedIn or contact Hire Resolve.

If you meet the above requirements we will contact you within 3 working days.