Lead Salesforce Application Developer BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Lead Salesforce Application Developer Job Title: Lead Salesforce Application Developer Work Location: Indianapolis, IN 46204 Expected Duration: Direct Hire Pay Rate $133k/annum Position Type: Hybrid Job Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date. Job Type: [FULL TIME (>30 HRS WEEKLY) [PERM], [HYBRID] Position Description Department: Solution Delivery Overview: Incumbent is responsible for application systems analysis and programming activities for a major project, several smaller projects or a small department. This encompasses performing program design, development, unit testing, and defect correction. A strong working knowledge of one or more software development methodologies is expected along with familiarity with business problem analysis, system design and systems integration. Duties: • Projects software and hardware requirements for the application software. • Directs subordinate developer staff, resources and projects. • Assigns personnel to projects and directs activities. • Prepares performance reports and evaluates work. • Confers with appropriate groups to define application software needs, establish priorities and monitor progress. • Confers with and advises subordinates on administrative policies and procedures, technical problems, priorities and methods. • Prepares activity and progress reports regarding department systems programming activities • Confers with department management to assist in planning, organizing and controlling activities for highly specialized technical areas. • Consults with management and staff within IT to ascertain technology needs. • Provides technical leadership on complex projects. • Development, debugging and performance tuning of supported applications and interfaces. • Technical documentation/reviews, data validation, troubleshooting issues, and system testing. • Providing maintenance and support of IT applications and systems. • Employing new, as well as tested and proven technologies to develop technical solutions to meet business requirements. • Proactively observing system performance and initiating improvements as necessary. • Promoting the goals and objectives of the IT Department. • Performs related duties as required. Job Requirements: • Broad knowledge of policies, standards, procedures and techniques used for application development. • Broad knowledge of application development software tools and application development software languages. • Broad knowledge of both system and business applications and competent to work at the highest technical level and/or specialized area. • Broad knowledge of system design including knowledge of logic, management principles and new system design techniques. • Broad knowledge of Information Technology. • Proven technical aptitude and solid understanding of programming concepts. • Broad understanding of IT infrastructure and application interfaces, database concepts, and general IT concepts (e.g. virtualization, cloud computing, platforms). • Proven experience "taking the lead" to ensure project completion. • Ability to perform effective project management. • Ability to read and understand technical manuals. • Ability to train, guide and coordinate the work of others. • A commitment to continuous professional development. • A high degree of organizational skills and attention to detail. • The ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities. • Flexibility to work as needed outside of traditional business hours when required. • Experience working in a team environment under stringent time constraints. • Strong written and spoken communication skills. Specific Skills (SalesForce) • Experience with the Salesforce platform, including declarative development, Lightning, programming languages, and APIs. • Experience with Salesforce architecture. • Knowledge of CI/CD standard processes and tools. Experience and Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree • 10 years' experience developing and implementing IT solutions Benefits: BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k. About BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally. BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work. BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. 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Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration. Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 232026 when responding to this ad.