Contract Salesforce Developer – Retail

On behalf of our client a Retail client we are seeking a Salesforce Developer on a contract basis in for a large transformation project.

Job Details

Position Type: Contract (Initial 6–12 months, with potential extension)
Location: Hybrid (Remote with occasional visits to the London office)
Rate: Competitive, depending on experience
Start Date: Immediate/As soon as possible

About the Role

Our client is a dynamic and forward-thinking energy firm seeking an experienced Salesforce Developer to join their team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing and maintaining our Salesforce platform, ensuring it supports the evolving needs of the business as they drive innovation and sustainability in the retail sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Salesforce Development: Design, develop, and deploy customized solutions on the Salesforce platform, including Apex, Lightning Components, Visualforce, and integrations with external systems.
• Platform Maintenance: Oversee day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and resolving Salesforce-related issues.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and operations, to gather requirements and deliver tailored Salesforce solutions.
• Integration: Develop and maintain integrations between Salesforce and other business-critical systems using tools like REST/SOAP APIs and middleware.
• Data Management: Ensure the integrity and security of data within Salesforce, implementing robust data management practices.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed technical and functional documentation to support ongoing development and training.
• Innovation: Stay updated on the latest Salesforce features and recommend ways to leverage them to meet business goals.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience as a Salesforce Developer in a commercial setting, preferably in the energy or utilities sector.
• Advanced knowledge of Salesforce technologies, including Apex, Lightning Web Components, Visualforce, and Salesforce integrations.
• Salesforce certifications such as Salesforce Platform Developer I/II, Salesforce Administrator, or other relevant credentials.
• Strong understanding of Salesforce best practices and design patterns.
• Experience with data migration and ETL tools.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Retail industry processes, such as customer onboarding, billing, or energy trading, is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for Salesforce.
• Familiarity with Salesforce industries (formerly Vlocity) is a plus.