Salesforce Solution Architect
Quick Summary
Develop comprehensive Salesforce solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with business leaders, project managers, business analysts,
Develop comprehensive Salesforce solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with business leaders, project managers, business analysts,
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Solution Design: Develop comprehensive Salesforce solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements.
- →Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with business leaders, project managers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure solutions meet their needs.
- →Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and leadership to development teams, ensuring best practices and standards are followed.
- →Customization: Customize Salesforce applications using Apex, Visualforce, Lightning components, and other tools to meet specific business needs.
- →Testing & Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough testing and validation of solutions to ensure they meet quality standards and perform as expected.
- →Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of solutions, including design specifications, technical architecture, and user guides.
- →Training and Support: Provide training and support to end-users and administrators to ensure successful adoption and utilization of Salesforce solutions.
Requirements
~1 min read- Experience: Extensive experience in Salesforce development and architecture, with a strong understanding of Salesforce products and features.
- Certifications: Salesforce Certified Administration and Advanced Administrator required.
- Salesforce Certified Platform Architect and Platform Developer I preferred.
- Certifications such as Salesforce Certified Application Architect, Salesforce Certified System Architect, Salesforce Certified Marketing Cloud Consultant, Data Cloud Consultant and Agentforce Specialist are highly desirable.
- Leadership Skills: Proven leadership abilities, including the capacity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor team members, and influence decisions that drive program and project success.
- Product Advocacy: Demonstrated understanding in providing viable solution options, industry best practices, and formulate and present solutions to stakeholders.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Apex, Visualforce, Lightning components, and other Salesforce development tools. Experience with integration tools and techniques. Where required, perform hands-on application configuration (clicks not code) to meet customer needs. Assume end-to-end functional responsibility for all aspects of enterprise-level solution implementation, from initial requirements gathering to release.
- Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and presentation abilities, Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder management.
This position is open to a remote work arrangement (restrictions apply), the details of which can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
What We Offer
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Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $102,936–$154,452 a year
- 27% below the $175,500 median for Architect jobs on Jobera (783 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 1 day ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- November 4, 2026
- First seen
- November 4, 2026
- Last seen
- November 4, 2026
Posting Health
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- 0
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- 0
- Trust Level
- 62%
- Scored at
- November 4, 2026
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