Salesforce Technical Architect
6-Month Contract | London (2 days onsite)
We’re looking for an accomplished Salesforce Technical Architect to take a leading role in shaping and delivering large-scale Salesforce solutions as part of a major transformation initiative. This position blends strategic oversight with hands-on technical leadership, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned to enterprise standards.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Take full ownership of Salesforce technical architecture across programmes, from design through to delivery
* Architect and implement scalable solutions across:
o Data models and architecture
o Integrations, APIs, and connected systems
o Security design and access frameworks
o Custom development (Apex and Lightning components)
* Provide leadership and mentorship to development teams, promoting best practices and high-quality code
* Partner with senior stakeholders to translate business needs into effective technical solutions
* Lead architecture governance, including design authority, reviews, and quality assurance
* Oversee key technical areas such as:
o Data migration strategy and data integrity
o Third-party integrations and AppExchange products
o System performance, optimisation, and scalability
* Work closely with Delivery Managers, Solution Architects, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful outcomes
* Identify technical risks early and drive mitigation strategies
* Contribute to pre-sales efforts, including discovery sessions and proof-of-concept development
What We’re Looking For
* Extensive experience in enterprise architecture (12+ years), with deep Salesforce expertise (10+ years)
* Demonstrated success delivering complex, large-scale Salesforce programmes in a Technical Architect capacity
* Strong knowledge of:
o Salesforce architecture and platform capabilities
o Integration approaches (APIs, middleware, web services)
o Data modelling and migration best practices
o Security, compliance, and governance frameworks
* Solid development background, including:
o Apex and Lightning Web Components (LWC)
o Experience with languages such as Java, .NET, or similar
* Experience working with Batch Apex and asynchronous processing patterns
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead key technical decisions
If you’re a hands-on architect who thrives in complex environments and enjoys driving impactful Salesforce transformations, we’d love to hear from you.