Salesforce Application Developer

Salesforce Application Developer

The Application Developer is responsible for executing on the day-to-day development, support, maintenance, and enhancement of the Salesforce environment, including CRM, Commerce Cloud, Marketing Cloud and supporting systems. The Application Developer works closely with functional leaders, organizational units, subject matter experts, and other Technology & Solutions resources to design, develop, test, and implement new solutions while following internal change management procedures. This individual is skilled at solving complex problems by utilizing their technical knowledge and skill to implement technically sound, secure, and scalable solutions. The Solutions Developer is an internally motivated, critical thinker who possesses a positive attitude and can navigate all levels of the organization effectively.

What you'll do

• Cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the business processes, data structures, workflow, and data that utilize Salesforce and/or require Solutions Development team resources
• Support ASU Enterprise Partners' (ASUEP's) internal Salesforce environment by performing regular Salesforce administrative functions such as managing users, updating page layouts, creating flows, developing custom objects, etc.
• Work closely with other Salesforce experts to perform configuration tasks, complete regular system audits, and prepare for upgrades to both the Salesforce platform and installed packages
• Maintain a current and thorough understanding of Salesforce platform capabilities & best practices
• Implement scalable system architecture and apply best practices in development across multiple systems.
• Provide suggestions and recommendations to keep our internal coding standards up to date; help to identify areas for efficiency across disciplines
• Create well-designed and tested code using best practices for web development, including responsive design and mobile display
• Ensuring application security and data protection
• Design, develop, and maintain database solutions that facilitate the movement of data between internal applications and databases, cloud-based applications, and other external data sources
• Develop T-SQL scripts to manage and ensure all data meets quality standards
• Use available development tools and frameworks to enhance and extend the functionality of Salesforce
• Monitor performance and resolve reported issues in support of the Salesforce environment and related processes
• Manage multiple projects and assignments concurrently, meeting established deadlines
• Provide candid, transparent and effective communication to empower customers and enable success
• Build rapport and knowledge of customers to ensure a thorough understanding of their business processes in order to design and develop trusted, efficient, and scalable solutions
• Document technical solutions in clear, comprehensive language that can be utilized by both technical and non-technical resources
• Research emerging technologies, deliver quarterly reports of opportunities, and implement as appropriate
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What you'll need

• Extensive knowledge of web applications, programming languages, and web services - including API, CSS, CSS3, cross-browser compatibility, HTML, HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, XML, JSON, security principles, REST, SOAP, and web user interface design
• Experience in mobile or web application development
• Experience with object-oriented programming such as Java, Apex, JavaScript
• Demonstrated understanding of the Salesforce platform and its development functions
• Demonstrated understanding of Microsoft SQL Server development tools, including but not limited to: Management Studio, Integration Services, T-SQL, Stored Procedures, Functions, Indexes, etc.
• Capable of maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Enterprise Partners, its subsidiaries, and university business
• Strong ability to effectively communicate relevant subject matter to both business and technical teams
• Highly detail oriented, well organized, able to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, and complete assigned duties successfully
• Ability to establish, document, and maintain procedures and processes
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to understand Enterprise Partners business needs, identify creative solutions, and use appropriate technology to provide the most effective results
• Possess an advocate's belief in the vision of ASU as the New American University

Relevant qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Business, or related field AND
• Three (3) years of application development or CRM development experience
• OR five (5) years of application development or CRM development experience
• OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.

Preferred education and experience

• Salesforce Developer Certification
• Salesforce Commerce Cloud (Demandware) Certifications

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule. We work from home two days a week!
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching employer contribution
• 22 days of vacation time
• 11 holidays, including your birthday
• Parental leave
• Significant tuition reductions
• Professional development is highly valued at ASU Enterprise Partners, where employees are encouraged to look across the organization and nurture new areas of interest
• $30 bi-weekly cell phone reimbursement

At ASU Enterprise Partners:

ASU Enterprise Partners is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide an ecosystem of services to create solutions and generate resources to extend Arizona State University's reach and advance its charter. ASU Enterprise Partners supports ASU and several affiliates, including the ASU Foundation for a New American University, ASU Outreach Hub, ASURE, NEWSWELL, Skysong Innovations and University Realty.

ASU Enterprise Partners is home to several Centers of Excellence whose purpose is to provide professional services to its affiliates. The Centers of Excellence include Finance, General Counsel, Investments, Public Relations and Strategic Communications, Human Resources, Facilities and Operations, Data Analytics and Insights Planning, Budgeting and Strategy, and Technology and Solutions.

At ASU Enterprise Partners

We serve

ASU and one another with integrity, trust and compassion

We engage

step up, own it, collaborate

We innovate.

continuously, fearlessly, make decisions and take risks

We care

that everyone feels respected and valued for who they are

ASU Enterprise Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer