Staff Software Engineer - Salesforce

Description
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Mountain View CA, Warren MI, or Austin TX, three times per week, at minimum.
The Role
Digital Products Engineering (DPE) Commerce enables commerce between General Motors, GM Dealers, and consumers. From online vehicle shopping to service scheduling to buying parts, accessories, and digital experiences, DPE Commerce focuses on every phase of commerce.
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Staff Salesforce Engineer to lead the architecture, design, and development of enterprise-level Salesforce solutions. This role will involve working closely with stakeholders to define the technical vision, ensure high-quality implementations, and drive continuous improvement in our Salesforce ecosystem. As a Staff Salesforce Engineer, you will guide technical teams, mentor engineers, and play a key role in influencing the overall technical strategy of the organization.
What You'll Do:

• Design and implement scalable, maintainable, and high-performance Salesforce solutions that align with business needs and best practices.
• Lead and mentor a team of Salesforce engineers, providing guidance on technical challenges, best practices, and professional growth.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on Salesforce technologies, including Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Visualforce, and integrations with other systems.
• Work closely with product managers, business analysts, and cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Design and implement integrations between Salesforce and other enterprise systems using REST/SOAP APIs, middleware, and other integration tools.
• Ensure the team follows Salesforce development best practices, including code reviews, testing, and version control to deliver high-quality, secure code.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Salesforce features and release cycles, bringing innovative solutions to the table.
• Ensure that all Salesforce applications adhere to company policies, security standards, and compliance regulations.
• Understand and maintain compliance with GM standard methodology.
• Provides mentorship, coaching and/or training to others as appropriate. Holds themselves and others accountable for demonstrating GMs values and cultural behaviors. Models GM behaviors and crafts a winning culture.
• This role will also have direct responsibility for or will work closely with architects and/or data scientists to ensure code alignment with design.
• Actively document implementations, so others can easily understand.

Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Salesforce development.
• Extensive experience with Salesforce platform development (Apex, Lightning Web Components, Visualforce, etc.).
• Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale Salesforce solutions, including integrations with external systems.
• Strong understanding of Salesforce architecture, including data modeling, governor limits, and security features.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on user-centered design solutions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and adapt to changing project needs.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and Salesforce deployment tools (e.g., Salesforce DX, Copado, GitHub).
• Strong knowledge of Salesforce security and compliance protocols.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• 7+ years of experience in Salesforce development and 5+ years in a senior or leadership role.
• Experience in Salesforce CPQ, Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, or other Salesforce products.
• Certifications:
  • Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I or II
  • Salesforce Certified Application or System Architect is a plus.

Compensation:

• The expected base compensation for this role is: $165,500 and $298,800. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
• Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
• Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
About GM
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