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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Salesforce Technical Architect - **Company:** Central Business Solutions Inc - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Applications Architecture, Application Frameworks, Automation of Tests, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Custom Software, Customer Data Management, Software Design Documents, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Middleware, High-Level Architecture, Performance Tuning, Release Management, Cloud Services, Copado, Salesforce.Com, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Software Technical Review, Apex Code, System Availability, Database Optimization, Salesforce Lightning, SOAPAPI, Reliability of Systems, Visualforce, Event Driven Architecture, Git Flow, Information Technology, Apex Programming, Integration Frameworks, Apache Kafka, Software Coding, Software Version Control, Mulesoft - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/6d80f390-8f30-4a12-9b06-1c22e43a7d20 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 10+ years of overall IT experience and 7+ years of Salesforce platform expertise., * Deep expertise in Salesforce architecture including Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and custom applications. * Strong hands-on experience in Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Aura, Visualforce, Triggers, Batch Apex, and asynchronous processing. * Proven experience designing enterprise-grade integrations using REST/SOAP APIs, middleware (MuleSoft, Kafka, etc.), and event-driven architectures. * Expertise in Salesforce data modeling, large data volume handling, performance optimization, and indexing strategies. * Strong understanding of security architecture including profiles, permission sets, sharing rules, Shield, encryption, and compliance considerations. * Experience defining DevOps frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, release strategies, and environment management. * In-depth knowledge of Salesforce governor limits, best practices, and platform constraints. * Experience with design patterns, reusable frameworks, and establishing coding standards across teams. * Ability to produce high-level architecture diagrams, solution design documents, and technical specifications. * Must hold relevant Salesforce certifications such as: * Application Architect / System Architect * Platform Developer I & II __________________________________________________ Other Relevant Experience * Strong communication skills with ability to present architecture and technical concepts to leadership and business stakeholders. * Experience working in Agile programs and large-scale global delivery models. * Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders across geographies and drive consensus on technical decisions. * Experience mentoring teams and leading technical governance across programs. * Ability to handle complex problem-solving, risk mitigation, and critical production issues. ## Description * In the role of Salesforce Technical Architect, owns the end-to-end architecture of Salesforce solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, scalability, and long-term maintainability. * Provides technical leadership across multiple projects, guiding teams on design patterns, integration strategies, data modeling, security architecture, and platform best practices. * Designs scalable and robust solutions leveraging Salesforce platform capabilities including Apex, Lightning Web Components, APIs, and integration frameworks. * Defines architecture blueprints, solution designs, and technical roadmaps for complex Salesforce implementations involving Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and integrations with external systems. * Collaborates closely with business stakeholders, solution architects, and enterprise architects to translate business requirements into high-level architecture and detailed technical designs. * Drives system integration strategies using REST/SOAP APIs, middleware platforms, event-driven architecture (Platform Events, CDC), and external services. * Ensures adherence to governance, security, and compliance standards including role hierarchy, sharing models, and data protection mechanisms. * Leads technical design reviews, code reviews, and ensures adherence to coding standards, reusable frameworks, and best practices across development teams. * Provides guidance on DevOps strategy including CI/CD pipelines, version control, automated testing, and release management using tools like Gearset, Copado, or Git-based workflows. * Mentors senior developers and technical leads, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning. * Stays current with Salesforce releases, emerging technologies, and industry trends to drive innovation and platform adoption. * Participates in Agile ceremonies and serves as the technical escalation point for critical issues across sprints and releases. * Ensures architecture supports performance optimization, system reliability, high availability, and large data volume (LDV) considerations. ## Related Videos - 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