The Salesforce Technical Solution Architect will serve as the technical leader for the design, development, and implementation of Salesforce landscape solutions across the organization. Reporting to the Head of CRM, this role will translate business needs into scalable and sustainable technical architectures. The ideal candidate possesses deep Salesforce expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and a track record of delivering enterprise-level CRM solutions.
This role can be located in St. Louis, MO or Chicago, IL 3 days/week onsite.
Lead the end-to-end design of Salesforce implementations, including data models, integrations, and custom applications while aligning to evolving business needs.
Establish and enforce design standards, best practices, and development guidelines across CRM projects to ensure high-quality and efficient execution.
Collaborate with business stakeholders, program management and development teams to define project requirements and technical specifications.
Lead and manage large, multidisciplinary programs that span beyond Salesforce, working with cross-functional teams to drive business transformation.
Estimate the level of effort to implement a solution based on business and technical requirements.
Ensure continuous platform scalability, security, and performance.
Ensure that Salesforce and other applications meet security, compliance, and governance standards.
Conduct design reviews and mentor Salesforce Administrators and Developers.
Facilitate Salesforce DevOps and change management.
Evaluate and recommend new CRM tooling, features, and apps.
Troubleshoot and resolve high-level technical issues acting as a 3LS resource.
Stay current on Salesforce ecosystem advancements and industry key practices.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
10+ years of hands-on Salesforce experience, including automation, architecture, solution design and program management.
Salesforce certifications such as; B2C Solution Architect, B2B Solution Architect, Identify & Access Management Architect, Sharing & Visibility Architect, Data Architect, Integration Architect, Application Architect, or System Architect (preferred).
Strong expertise in Salesforce Financial Services Cloud, Sales Cloud, Service Cloud and Experience Cloud (preferred).
Experience with Flow, OmniStudio, Apex, Lightning Web Components, Visualforce, and APIs.
Experience with Salesforce org assessments
Proven track record of integrating Salesforce with ERP, Data Platforms, and other external systems.
Deep understanding of data modeling, security models, and platform performance optimization.
Excellent communication and technical leadership skills.
Experience in Agile/Scrum development environments.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced setting.
The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $150,000- $180,000 base salary compensation range. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life and 401(k). Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate’s experience and education.
Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client-first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. To learn more about Focus, visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.
Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate’s skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law.
Focus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@focuspartners.com.
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Focus Financial Partners is a network of independent financial advisory firms that provides technology, operations, and business solutions to empower advisors in delivering personalized, client-centric wealth management services.
Visit website$150,000 – $180,000
Base + Bonus