We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

The candidate will be responsible for architecting, designing and developing comprehensive solutions that meet business requirements in support of a given portfolio. The Solution Architect will be accountable for partnering with key roles (e.g. project managers, business analysts, technology managers, etc.) to create solutions which are aligned with architecture principles, leverage common solutions and services. Within the solution development lifecycle, candidate will be accountable for solution evaluation and selection, buy vs. build decisions, and early-phase project estimates which contribute to the business case. They will also provide consulting during the detailed design, build, test, and deploy phases, and reengaged to perform benefits realization.

The candidate will be responsible for the overall Salesforce Architecture and Design for projects including opportunities to reuse existing functionality across multiple applications to minimize custom development.  The candidate must demonstrate progressive leadership in the full life cycle of the software development environment. Candidate will be responsible for the design of Salesforce related projects from inception through production support. Candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the system accurately meets the defined expectations of the project, ensuring that the team is enabled to execute the vision as designed 

Additional Information* 

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.  In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within New York City is $140k - $170/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Review and integrate all application requirements into Architecture design, including functional, security, integration, performance, quality, and operational needs.
• Design flexible, scalable, and robust architecture for Salesforce to meet the dynamic needs of various projects on Sales Cloud, Experience Cloud, Service Cloud, etc.
• Guide technical teams to deliver flexible and scalable solutions that meets overall business requirements
• Oversee phases for multiple projects including development, testing, deployment to ensure alignment with application architecture.
• Drive the adoption of Salesforce best practices and build standard processes for development and testing teams to follow.
• Understand requirements and provide one or more options for the solution utilizing Salesforce best practices.
• Experience designing Salesforce integrations with different systems utilizing Web services (REST or SOAP) and middleware (i.e. Mulesoft).
• Perform technical solution reviews and provide recommendations to improve adoption and usage.
• Mentors team members in technology, architecture, and delivery of applications.
• Perform hands-on solution design and delivers proof-of-concepts

Requirements:

You are:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
• 8+ years of direct experience with developing, configuring, and implementing successful Salesforce project implementations
• 3+ years of experience on Salesforce & Force platform as an Architect
• Experience in Lighting Aura and Web Components and strong hands-on experience in development practices.
• Proven experience in overseeing the direction, development, and implementation of Salesforce solutions.  
• Strong knowledge of Salesforce best practices and methodologies
• Strong Interpersonal Skills, ability to work with teams and stakeholders of different backgrounds and time zones in a multicultural environment.
• Experience working with Agile teams and use of tools such as Jira, Copado, etc.
• Experience working with DevOps tools such as AutoRabit along with Github, Jenkins, VS Code preffered.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, decision making, and problem solving skills. Ability to articulate and present different points-of-views on various technologies.
• Experience with managed packages and AppExchange preferred
• Motivated, high-potential performer, with demonstrated ability to influence and lead.
• Able to solve complex problems and successfully manage ambiguity and unexpected change.
• Salesforce Administrator, App Builder and Developer Certifications required.
• Salesforce Architecture Certifications preferred.

We can offer you:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad
• Laptop and a mobile phone
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)
• Maternity & Paternity leave plans
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)
• Retirement savings plans
• A higher education certification policy
• Commuter benefits (varies by region)
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses 
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms
• A flat and approachable organization
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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