Position: Salesforce Tech Lead

About the Role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Salesforce Tech Lead to join a dynamic IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and continuous enhancement of the Salesforce ecosystem while leading a small technical team. You will work closely with a diverse team across multiple locations, supporting both internal and customer-specific projects.

Client: Our client operates in a fast-paced environment, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive business success. They are committed to providing customized system solutions tailored to specific customer needs, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Industry Sector: IT, Software Development

Location: Stuttgart, Germany (Hybrid, must be based in Stuttgart)

Role Type: Permanent

What You’ll Do:

Salesforce Development & Customization: Design, develop, and implement Salesforce applications using Apex, Lightning Components (Aura/LWC), Visualforce, and other relevant tools.
Integration Management: Develop and maintain integrations using REST APIs, ensuring seamless data exchange between Salesforce and external systems.
Cloud Expertise: Work extensively with Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Community Cloud, optimizing their functionalities for business requirements.
Best Practices & Security: Ensure adherence to Salesforce Governor limits, best practices for secure coding, and performance optimization techniques.
Deployment & Version Control: Manage deployments using change sets, Metadata API, ANT-based tools, and version control systems like Git.
Technical Leadership: Mentor and coach a small technical team, conduct code reviews, and provide guidance on best practices for Salesforce development.
Business Requirement Analysis: Work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions within Salesforce.
Upskilling & Innovation: Continuously learn new Salesforce features and updates, ensuring the adoption of the latest technologies

What We´ll Expect - MUST HAVES:

Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience in Salesforce application development (6+ years overall IT experience).
Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of Lightning components (Aura/LWC), Apex Classes, Apex Triggers, and Visualforce.
Integration Experience: Proven experience in integrating Salesforce with external systems via REST APIs.
Cloud Knowledge: Hands-on experience in Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Community Cloud.
Governance & Security: Familiarity with Salesforce Governor limits, security best practices, and performance optimization.
Deployment Experience: Proficiency in using Metadata API, ANT-based tools, Git, or similar code management tools for deployments.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills in both German and English (bilingual proficiency required).
Self-Motivated & Leadership Skills: Ability to work independently, take initiative, and mentor junior developers in a team environment.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Ability to analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient Salesforce solutions.
Hands-on Development: Ability to lead development while being actively involved in coding tasks

Nice to Haves:

Salesforce Certifications: PD1/PD2, JavaScript Developer 1
Experience with SFDx development and deployment
Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks

What´s On Offer:

A collaborative and innovative work environment.
Opportunities to work on exciting Salesforce projects with a global impact.
Continuous learning and career growth opportunities.
A competitive compensation package.

Application Process:

If you are a passionate Salesforce Tech Lead looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Contact Person: Elvis Eckardt