Role: Salesforce Developer
Location: New Jersey, NJ
Work Type: Hybrid 3 Days On-Site, 2 Days Remote (No Exceptions)
Local candidates preferred who do not have to relocate
Overview
Under the direction of the Office of Information Technology at the New Jersey Department of Education, the Salesforce Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing Salesforce solutions with a strong emphasis on OmniStudio. This role will also lead integration efforts between Salesforce and external systems, support ongoing enhancements, and serve as a senior technical resource within the team.
The developer will collaborate with program offices, evaluate user requests, document requirements, and deliver scalable solutions that meet business and technical specifications.
Key Responsibilities
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Design, develop, and implement Salesforce solutions using OmniStudio (FlexCards, OmniScripts, Integration Procedures, DataRaptors).
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Configure, customize, and extend Salesforce declarative features to meet program office needs.
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Develop integrations using Salesforce Web Services APIs (SOAP, REST, Bulk API) and Metadata API.
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Create dashboards and reports in Salesforce to support program and executive decision-making.
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Retrieve and manipulate data from Oracle databases and integrate with external systems.
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Translate business requirements into functional/technical specifications and deliver working solutions.
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Lead design sessions, present design options, and ensure stakeholder alignment.
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Define and execute testing strategies; ensure compliance with security and performance standards.
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Execute deployments into production with accuracy and reliability.
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Collaborate in an Agile team environment, participating in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and daily stand-ups.
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Mentor junior developers and provide guidance on Salesforce and OmniStudio best practices.
Success in this Role (First 6 12 Months)
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Deliver end-to-end OmniStudio-based solutions that meet program office requirements.
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Establish stable integrations between Salesforce and external data systems.
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Streamline existing Salesforce applications to improve performance and usability.
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Ensure all deliverables meet agency security, quality, and compliance standards.
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Gain in-depth knowledge of the Department of Education s Salesforce ecosystem and business processes.
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Contribute to a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing within the team.