Salesforce Technical Lead
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Salesforce Technical Lead to lead the design, development, integration, and delivery of Salesforce solutions for Insurance clients. This role requires a hands-on technical leader who can guide development teams, drive architectural decisions, establish best practices, and ensure successful project delivery across global teams.
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.
Work Model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Cincinnati, OH. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning, and Salesforce platform technologies.
· Drive technical decision-making, including evaluating configuration versus custom code approaches.
· Oversee the development of scalable solutions across Salesforce Sales Cloud and Service Cloud environments.
· Lead the design and implementation of integrations using REST, SOAP, and Web Service APIs.
· Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and delivery teams to define technical strategies and roadmaps.
· Guide development teams to ensure solution quality, performance, scalability, and compliance with best practices.
· Conduct code reviews, mentor developers, and promote technical excellence across the team.
· Own technical estimates for design, development, testing, deployment, and training activities.
· Coordinate with client stakeholders and offshore teams to ensure successful project execution
Required Qualifications
- 9+ years of overall Salesforce experience with strong technical leadership capabilities.
- 6+ years of experience delivering solutions on Salesforce Sales Cloud and Service Cloud.
- 3+ years of experience designing and implementing Salesforce integration solutions using REST, SOAP, and Web Service APIs.
- Minimum 1 year of experience supporting Insurance clients.
- Proven experience leading cross-functional, distributed, and offshore delivery teams.
- Deep understanding of Salesforce architecture, design patterns, and platform best practices.
- Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and sprint-based delivery models.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
Required Certifications
- Salesforce Platform Developer I
- Salesforce Administrator
- Salesforce Integration Architect
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leading enterprise Salesforce transformation programs.
- Additional Salesforce Architect certifications.
- Experience performing solution governance and technical architecture reviews.
- Prior experience in client-facing consulting or leadership roles.
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between $115,000 and $140,000, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
This role is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program based on performance, in addition to a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits
Cognizant offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) with company contributions
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Programs
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Acerca de Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) es un creador de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que conecta la inversión en IA con el valor empresarial mediante el desarrollo de soluciones de IA full‑stack para sus clientes. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, junto con su experiencia en procesos e ingeniería, permite incorporar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan resultados tangibles y mantienen a las empresas a la vanguardia en un entorno en constante cambio. Más información en cognizant.ai o @cognizant.
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