Salesforce Developer- Remote (North America)

Direct Travel

Direct Travel

Software Engineering, Sales & Business Development
United States
Posted on Oct 6, 2024

Salesforce Developer– Remote

Embark on the next step in your career journey with Direct Travel!

As one of the fastest growing Travel Management Companies (TMC) in the world, Direct Travel is committed to reimagining what is possible for the industry, including business travel, personalized experiences, and meetings & events. Under the forward-thinking direction of our experienced leadership team, we are rapidly expanding and leveraging next-generation technologies to deliver on our vision for The Perfect Trip. This is your opportunity to grow your career and be part of a dynamic team that is setting the new standard of travel and service excellence. If you’re passionate about innovation and ready for what’s next, we’d love for you to join us!

As a Salesforce Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying solutions on the Salesforce platform, with a focus on enhancing business processes through effective CRM solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Salesforce development, customization, and integration, as well as experience working with various Salesforce modules and technologies. You will work closely with business stakeholders and Salesforce Architect to translate complex requirements into actionable technical specifications, while integrating Salesforce with other DT enterprise systems to ensure end-to-end process efficiency.

Expedition Expectations

  • Business Process Solution Design: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business processes, analyze pain points, and design Salesforce solutions that streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Design and configure Salesforce modules to meet specific business needs.
  • Design, develop, deploy and maintain custom objects, workflows, triggers, and reports that reflect business process solutions and enhance decision-making. Ability to design and develop custom Salesforce applications using Apex, Visualforce, and Lightning components, tailored to optimize business functions.
  • Process Automation: Implement automations (e.g., workflows, Process Builder, and Flow) to reduce manual work and improve business process efficiency.
  • Business Requirements Translation: Lead discussions with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into scalable Salesforce solutions, ensuring alignment with broader enterprise architecture.
  • Integration of Salesforce with external systems using REST and SOAP APIs, supporting seamless data flow across platforms and business processes.
  • Optimize and maintain existing Salesforce solutions, including troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
  • Continuous Improvement: Lead process re-engineering initiatives, identifying opportunities to improve and scale existing Salesforce solutions.
  • Ensure quality by conducting unit, integration, and performance testing to ensure code quality and business process alignment.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (administrators, project managers, and stakeholders) to ensure that Salesforce solutions support and optimize business workflows.
  • Manage deployments from development to production environments using version control tools like Git, ensuring alignment with business change management processes.
  • Stay current with Salesforce platform updates and new features, recommending and implementing enhancements to improve business processes.

Passport to Success

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in Salesforce development with proficiency in Apex, Visualforce, SOQL, and Lightning, specifically in business process optimization.
  • Salesforce certifications (Developer or Advanced Developer preferred).
  • Strong understanding of Salesforce architecture, data model, and how to align technical solutions with business process improvements.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and deployment processes, focusing on how solutions integrate within larger business processes.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex business requirements and design effective Salesforce solutions.
  • Knowledge of agile methodologies and best practices for Salesforce implementation, focusing on delivering iterative business solutions.
  • Experience integrating Salesforce with third-party systems and web services, ensuring cohesive business processes across platforms.
  • Salesforce Certifications: Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA), Salesforce Certified Application Architect, or Salesforce Certified System Architect preferred.

Going the Extra Mile

  • Experience with Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, or Marketing Cloud, or other equivalent platforms used to design solutions that streamline sales, customer service, or marketing processes.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce CPQ or other advanced Salesforce products, with a focus on solving complex business challenges.

Benefits Onboard

In addition to Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits Direct Travel offers an employee rewards and recognitions program, Total Rewards Package which includes Wellness, Sustainability, DE&I initiatives, and Mental Health Support.

Our Brand Voyage: About Direct Travel

Direct Travel is a leading provider of corporate travel management services. By leveraging both the expertise of its people and innovative solutions, Direct Travel enables clients to derive the greatest value from their travel program in terms of superior service, progressive technologies, and significant cost savings. The company is led by CEO Christal Bemont and Executive Chairman Steve Singh, noted business investor and founder of Concur. Direct Travel has offices in over 80 locations and is currently ranked among the top providers of travel on Travel Weekly’s Power List. For more information, visit www.dt.com.

Direct Travel is an EOE/AA/Veteran/People with Disabilities employer

If you're ready to chart a new course and advance your career with the valuable moments and travel experiences that await, we welcome you to submit your resume for consideration at Direct Travel.