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FACE 2 FACE INTERVIEW: Lead Salesforce Developer || On-site Dallas, TX (Local Only) || Client : Southwest Airlines || USC & GC Only….

Role: Lead Salesforce Developer

Location: On-site Dallas, TX (Local Only)

Duration: 6+ Months

MOI: In Person (Face 2 Face)

Client : Southwest Airlines

USC & GC Only…

• Project Leadership (~50%),
• Technical Leadership and Mentoring (~30%), and
• Software Development/System Engineering (~20%).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Leadership:
   • Ensure the technical quality of the software developed by the team.
   • Lead the development team, ensuring capacity and skills align with delivery expectations.
   • Define application roadmaps in collaboration with Solution Architects.
   • Provide accurate development estimates and assess feasibility.
2. Project Leadership:
   • Collaborate with all levels of the organization, from team members to senior leadership.
   • Plan and oversee application deployment activities.
   • Ensure alignment with enterprise development standards and industry best practices.
3. Software Development:
   • Develop, maintain, and review software with a focus on quality and maintainability.
   • Execute unit, functional, and integration tests, emphasizing automation and test-driven development.
   • Investigate and integrate new technologies to enhance development activities.
4. Mentorship and Coaching:
   • Mentor and coach development teams on relevant architecture, design, and development topics.
   • Translate leadership expectations into actionable tasks for the development team.
5. Salesforce-Specific Responsibilities:
   • Lead the design, development, testing, and debugging of new and existing Salesforce systems.
   • Manage configurations, workflows, and Salesforce API integrations.
   • Utilize industry best practices in Salesforce development, including Service Cloud and Lightning Web Components.
   • Operate within a Scrum Agile development methodology, using a Scaled Agile operational model.

Required Knowledge/Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies, concepts, and technologies.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages, with experience in Salesforce technologies such as Apex, Lightning Web Components, and Service Cloud.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead ideation sessions and effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Salesforce-Specific Experience:

• Experience in Salesforce development, including Apex classes, triggers, and Service Cloud.
• Extensive experience with Salesforce API integration.
• Experience with DevOps tools like GIT, SalesforceDX, and Jenkins.
• Certifications such as Salesforce Platform Developer I (required), Salesforce JavaScript Developer I (highly preferred), and Salesforce Platform App Builder (preferred).

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

• Experience with Java programming, JavaScript, and JSON.
• Experience developing and deploying mobile apps on Salesforce1.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based, and customer service-oriented environment.

Certifications:

• Salesforce Platform Developer I (required)
• Salesforce JavaScript Developer I (highly preferred)
• Salesforce Platform App Builder (preferred)
• Salesforce Service Cloud Consultant (optional)

Working Environment:

• Highly collaborative and team-oriented.
• Operates with a product mindset, focusing on continuous improvement and customer value generation.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while mobilizing others to take action.