Position: Salesforce Technical Architect
Employment Type: Contract
Start: ASAP (April/May 2026)
Duration: 6 Months
Location: West Midlands, UK (Hybrid)
Language(s): English
Focus on SAP is a specialist SAP and ERP Recruitment organisation offering both permanent and contract staffing solutions on a global scale.
Client – Partnered with a global leader in digital transformation and IT services, working with some of the world’s biggest brands. Their mission is not only to deliver cutting-edge technology but also to empower organisations to create meaningful impact for the people and communities they serve. For you, this means working on challenging projects that demand innovation, collaboration, and thought leadership.
Role – We are seeking a highly experienced Salesforce Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale Salesforce solutions within a complex transformation programme. This role will play a critical part in shaping scalable, secure, and high-performing architectures, working at the intersection of business strategy and technical execution. You will guide delivery teams, define best practices, and ensure robust integration across enterprise systems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Own the end-to-end technical architecture of Salesforce programmes, including integrations, data, and security
* Design scalable, high-performance solutions across the Salesforce ecosystem
* Lead architecture decisions across:
o Data migration and data quality
o System integrations and APIs
o Third-party applications and AppExchange products
o Custom development (Apex, Lightning, etc.)
* Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing strategic and technical guidance
* Lead and mentor development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards
* Drive solution design, governance, and quality assurance across delivery
* Collaborate with Delivery Managers, Solution Architects, and business stakeholders
* Identify risks and proactively manage complex technical challenges
* Contribute to pre-sales activities, including discovery sessions and proof-of-concepts
* Engage with product teams and vendors to support solution delivery
Key Skills:
* 12+ years of enterprise architecture experience, including 10+ years on Salesforce platform
* Proven experience delivering large-scale Salesforce implementations in a Technical Architect role
* Strong expertise in:
o Salesforce architecture (Sales, Service, Platform)
o Integration patterns (APIs, middleware, web services)
o Data modelling and migration strategies
o Security and governance frameworks
* Strong development background:
o Apex, Lightning Components
o Familiarity with Java / .NET or similar technologies
* Deep understanding of Salesforce capabilities and limitations
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
* Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive architectural decisions
If you are interested or would like to know more, please email with your CV and availability to speak.
Applicants must be a UK resident and holds a valid right to work status.