Development Engineer – Salesforce

This is a remote position.

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Salesforce Development Engineer to design, develop, and maintain applications on the Salesforce platform. The role involves working on Apex, Lightning components, integrations, and configurations, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Salesforce Development

• Develop and customize solutions using:
  
• Apex (classes, triggers)
  
• Lightning Web Components (LWC) / Aura
  
• Configure:
  
• Objects, fields, validation rules
  
• Workflows and Flows
  
• Build reusable and efficient components
  

2. Requirement Analysis

• Work with Business Analysts and stakeholders to understand requirements
  
• Translate functional requirements into technical solutions
  
• Participate in solution design discussions
  

3. Integration Development

• Develop integrations using:
  
• REST / SOAP APIs
  
• Work with external systems and middleware
  
• Handle data migration and synchronization
  

4. Testing & Debugging

• Write unit tests for Apex code and ensure minimum 85% test coverage
  
• Debug issues and fix defects, Support system and UAT testing
  

5. Code Quality & Best Practices

• Follow Salesforce best practices:
  
• Bulkification
  
• Governor limits handling
  
• Maintain clean and maintainable code
  
• Participate in code reviews
  

6. Deployment & Version Control

• Use tools like:
  
• Git (version control), Copado, Jira
  
• Salesforce DX (SFDX)
  
• Support deployments using:
  
• Change Sets / CI-CD pipelines
  
• Manage different environments (Dev, QA, Prod)
  

7. Collaboration

• Work in Agile teams (Scrum/Kanban)
  
• Coordinate with QA, DevOps, and Product teams
  
• Participate in sprint ceremonies
  

KPIs / Success Metrics

• Code quality and adherence to standards
  
• Test coverage and defect rate
  
• Timely delivery of user stories
  
• Ability to handle production issues
  

Role Progression

• Next Level: Senior Salesforce Developer
  
• Future Path: Lead Developer → Architect
  

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Hands-on experience in:
  
• Apex, SOQL, SOSL
  
• Lightning Web Components (LWC)
  
• Knowledge of:
  
• Salesforce data model, Security (Profiles, Roles, Sharing Rules)
  
• Experience with:
  
• APIs and integrations, Debugging tools and logs
  

Tools & Technologies

• Salesforce DX (SFDX)
  
• Git (GitHub / Bitbucket / GitLab)
  
• CI/CD tools (basic knowledge preferred) Copado
  
• Postman (API testing)
  

Certifications (Preferred)

• Salesforce Platform Developer I
  
• Salesforce Administrator
  

Experience Requirements

• 2–4+ years of Salesforce development experience
  

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Good communication skills
  
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly
  
• Team player with proactive attitude