Salesforce Architect / SME - Chicago, IL (Hybrid) - only Locals

Job Title: Salesforce Architect / SME.
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid, 3 days onsite) – Locals Only
Duration: 12 Months Contract

Mandatory Skills: Lightning Web Components (LWC), APEX, Aura, Visual Force, Salesforce Integration (REST, SOAP, Streaming APIs, Event), Salesforce Data Architecture, Estimation, Integration Architecture, Business Process Design, Mapping, Enterprise Roadmap / Strategy, Salesforce Data Migration, Data Architecture

Links below are must with submission: LinkedIn profile link:  & trailblazer profile Link

Job Summary:
Seeking a Senior Specialist with 7 to 11 years of experience in Salesforce Architecture, specializing in Salesforce Integration and Data Architecture, to design and lead scalable solutions

Job Description: 
•  Lead the design and implementation of Salesforce integrations using REST, SOAP, Streaming APIs, and event-driven architectures.
•  Architect and optimize Salesforce data models to support business processes and ensure data integrity.
•  Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable Salesforce technical solutions.
•  Provide strategic guidance on Salesforce platform architecture, including security models and governor limits.
•  Stay updated with Salesforce platform enhancements and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement.
•  Mentor and coach teams on best practices in Salesforce integration and data architecture.
•  Drive adoption of DevOps practices, including continuous integration and deployment pipelines.
•  Ensure compliance with organizational standards and governance for Salesforce implementations.

Roles and Responsibilities: 
•  Design, develop, test, and deploy custom Salesforce applications, with a focus on integration and data architecture.
•  Build and maintain seamless integrations between Salesforce and external systems using REST and SOAP APIs.
•  Analyze and optimize complex business processes to support Salesforce architecture and data flows.
•  Troubleshoot and resolve advanced technical issues related to Salesforce integrations and data management.
•  Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including integration specifications and data architecture diagrams.
•  Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Salesforce administrators, business analysts, and QA, throughout the software development lifecycle.
•  Lead agile ceremonies and contribute to project planning, effort estimation, and delivery.
•  Mentor junior team members and provide technical leadership to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.