Solutions Architect

Solutions ArchitectCloudSmiths is the most experienced Salesforce Reseller and Systems Integrator in Africa, and we're looking to hire a Solutions Architect for our growing Development team. We house some of the best Salesforce experts on the continent, and specialise in Salesforce integrations and deliver bespoke solutions with passion and dedication. We revolutionise business and improve the productivity of every client.Job DescriptionWe are open to also considering applications from South Africa, East Africa, India, Mauritius and the UK. Key responsibilities and output include:Ensuring excellent achievement of the client's business objectives through our proposals and then projects.Running workshops, working closely with client, able to talk about tradeoffs e.g., terms of config vs code.Mapping of functional requirements to Salesforce.com features and functionality.Experience in designing and developing software components and having an extraordinarily strong Service Oriented Architecture and integration background.Experience in Salesforce (SFDC) CRM with end-to-end implementation experienceCom integration experience, including between different business systems as well as working with integration tools.Strong experience with configuration, customization, programming with APEX APIs, APEX Triggers, and implementing new instances of Salesforce.com from scratch.Strong practical deployment knowledge of Visual Force, Flex, Salesforce configurations, Apex classes, APEX Web services, API, AppExchange deployment, and Salesforce.com s-controls.Ability to define the system landscape, to identify gaps between current and desired end-states and deliver a CRM solution.Education, experience and knowledge:Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Similar.Experience required to perform this role:At least 4 years' solid experience in interacting with and advising clients on the achievement of business objectives via the SFDC platform, and related services offerings (Partner, Practice Lead / similar).At least 5+ years' total working experience, with at least 3 years Salesforce experience in the enterprise market, developing Salesforce customizations (Apex/VF), integrations, and developing and executing data migrations.At least 3+ current Salesforce certifications.Technical knowledge needed to perform this role:Full life-cycle development in an enterprise development environmentWell-rounded in both functional and technical aspects of a CRM engagement.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Combination of business analysis and technology implementation experience.Application development using relational database preferably using Oracle and SQL Server.Role competencies:Time management - you need to meet project deadlines and deliver to client expectationsCommunication - explain technical concepts in non-technical termsStrong analytical and numerical abilitySolution oriented with a focus on qualityProven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment. Desire to work in an information systems environment.Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and be creative within a teamTeam player - we want you to contribute to making our team and our business an innovative place to workQualificationsSalesforce certificationAdditional InformationPlease inform us if you have been vaccinated as there is travel to some of our client sites.