Lead Salesforce Architect

Lead Salesforce Architect

Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat Group – the world's first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator. As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you on land, at sea, and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world. With Eutelsat Group, you'll get to: Pioneer the future of space technology, bring connectivity to remote frontiers, collaborate with customer-centric experts, and embrace cultural diversity in our global team. In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat Group, we're united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in space.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We take pride in being led by a female CEO, with one-third of our executive team and 60% of our board represented by women.

Ways of Working That Drive Us: As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer-centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles. Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat Group, sustainability is more than just a word; it's woven into our strategy. We're dedicated to balancing social, environmental, and economic growth — both on Earth and in space. Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat Group, we are committed to supporting your well-being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home.

Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help us build a more inclusive, sustainable future in the world of satellite technology.

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Lead Salesforce Architect to lead the architectural design and implementation of Salesforce solutions across the enterprise. This role is critical in shaping our Salesforce strategy, ensuring scalable and secure integrations, and guiding development teams in delivering best-in-class solutions. You'll collaborate with business stakeholders, enterprise architects, and technical teams to define the Salesforce architecture blueprint that aligns with business objectives and IT strategy.

What You'll Do:

• Define and own the Salesforce architecture across the enterprise, covering Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and integrations.
• Translate business requirements into scalable and secure Salesforce solutions.
• Create architectural diagrams, technical documentation, and high-level design specs.
• Guide and mentor Salesforce developers, admins, and analysts on best practices and technical standards.
• Evaluate and recommend Salesforce-native and AppExchange solutions as needed.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security policies, and data governance standards.
• Lead technical design reviews, code reviews, and solution design sessions.
• Support the implementation of CI/CD practices and DevOps pipelines in the Salesforce ecosystem.
• Engage in stakeholder meetings to gather and refine business requirements.
• Stay updated on the latest Salesforce releases and assess their applicability to the business.

What You'll Need:

• 8+ years of Salesforce experience, with at least 3 years in an architectural role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-level Salesforce solutions.
• Strong understanding of Salesforce architecture, limits, integration patterns, and data modelling.
• Experience in B2B segment in Telecom Industry.
• Experience in CRM, CLM, CPQ & Order Management.
• Hands-on experience with Apex, Lightning Web Components, and declarative configuration.
• Experience with Salesforce DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to mentor and technically lead development teams.
• Salesforce certifications such as: Salesforce Application Architect, Salesforce System Architect, Salesforce Certified Technical Architect, Salesforce Certified Data Architect.
• Experience in merging different Salesforce Orgs into one.
• Experience integrating Salesforce with external systems (e.g., ERP, legacy apps, data lakes).
• Background in enterprise architecture (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.).
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Nice to have: Experience in SalesForce Communications Cloud.

Where You'll Work: Issy-les-Moulineaux, France/ Turin, Italy/ London, UK. The Eutelsat Group treats the protection of personal data submitted to it seriously. By submitting this application, you agree to the collection and retention of your personal data by the Eutelsat Group and acknowledge notice of, and understand the terms of Eutelsat's Privacy Policy (as amended from time to time). This role is a Eutelsat Group job opening; all of our open roles are posted on the current OneWeb and Eutelsat websites. Please note that when you are applying, your application may be seen by both teams.