Salesforce Technical Architect (12m Day Rate Contractor) Full Time

Main Responsibilities

As the Salesforce Architect this role will work closely with the Salesforce Lead Architect to help set the strategic direction and be accountable and lead the design, development and day to day operations of the CRM platform(Salesforce and Other customer platforms) by partnering with senior stakeholders across the business identifying opportunities to deliver business and customer value through the extension of CRM services.

• Responsible for the end-to-end design of solutions on the Salesforce platform and other CRM technologies.
• Own the architecture of the end-to-end solution.
• Lead and mentor the development team in designing solutions for our strategic programmes.
• Completion of solution architecture documents and artefacts in line with organisation standards.
• Enforce best practices, development standards and ensure quality delivery of enterprise solutions.
• Help in driving the application of DevOps tools and methodologies.
• Mentor team members and drive the direction of the team’s technical focus, training, and certifications.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to define solutions.
• Help establish the necessary governance and quality management framework.
• Help with the LWC Design and development and assist with UX design.
• Provide input to the strategic direction of technology to assist in the development of the enterprise architecture.
• Identify Salesforce technical solutions and partner products to meet different requirements.
• Hands-on Salesforce solution development with proven knowledge and experience across both declarative configuration and programmatic development.
• Perform code reviews and sign-off technical design and solutions.
• Work closely with the InfoSec team, primarily focussed on the security of the Bank’s Salesforce platform and connected components.

Ideal Candidate

Research (by Harvard University) shows that women are particularly likely to second guess themselves and not apply – so if you are worried you don’t meet all the criteria, get in touch anyhow and let us do the worrying…

• CRM experience/ Salesforce Architecture experience.
• Have experience as a Lead solution architect for Salesforce Platform to design enterprise scale solutions.
• Have thorough understanding of OOP, design patterns, and enterprise application integration.
• Strong experience with Salesforce Financial Services Cloud and Vlocity platform.
• Strong understanding of Salesforce Eco-System and other CRM technologies.
• Excellent technical documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to establish governance, develop processes and methodologies.
• Experience and understanding of Agile Project Methodologies.

Company Information

Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products.

We are embarking on an exciting Business Transformation journey. This transformation will significantly enhance our technology system systems, processes and services, bringing evolution to our ways of working. Join us in this transformative journey, where your dedication, adaptability and commitment will play a crucial role in shaping the future of banking for our valued customers.

The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.

Check our Handelsbanken website for further information

At Handelsbanken, we deeply value our unique culture and values including trust in and respect for each individual. We take pride in nurturing a work environment where people flourish, and where they are empowered to take decisions in their areas of expertise. We take a long term perspective in everything we do and want each employee who joins us to build a long terms successful career with the Bank.

What is in it for you?

• We have a wide range of learning and development available, empowering and enabling our colleagues to take ownership of their own development.
• Competitive Salary and an extensive range of benefits is provided, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
• A market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, which can be invested in a wide range of funds (including ESG and Shariah funds)

Application next steps

Your journey with us begins once you have submitted your application. One of our Handelsbanken recruiters will be reviewing your details and will later organise a phone conversation if you match the role requirements. If there is a mutual fit, we will extend an invitation for you to participate in an interview.

There will be a two stage interview process.

How can we support you to be your best self? Our Talent Acquisition team will be happy to provide support e.g. if you need additional time to prepare for an interview or you have any requirements for any part of the interview/hiring process – just let us know by email uk_talent@careers.handelsbanken.co.uk .

This advert will be live for a minimum of two weeks. However, please note that after the two weeks, the closing date could change at any time depending on the number of responses received.