Salesforce Developer

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re currently seeking a Salesforce Developer for a 12+ month contract opportunity with a prominent financial client. This role is based in Newark, DE, with a hybrid work schedule.

As a Salesforce Developer, you will enhance and manage Salesforce solutions on Financial Services Cloud and Experience Cloud, directly impacting both agents and customers. In an agile team environment, you’ll work on developing innovative solutions that drive business goals while exploring new Salesforce capabilities. You’ll report directly to the Director of Engineering - Salesforce Development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and enhance Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Components (Aura & LWC), Visualforce, and declarative tools (Flow, Custom Metadata, etc.).
• Integrate third-party applications, such as Amazon Connect and LiveVox, to extend functionality.
• Troubleshoot and debug code to ensure optimal performance and maintain quality standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop solutions that add value.
• Manage deployments through Azure DevOps (ADO) pipelines, ensuring smooth operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 6+ years of development experience, with a strong foundation in object-oriented programming (OOP).
• 4+ years of hands-on Salesforce development experience in mid-to-large enterprise environments.
• Proficiency in Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Web Components (Aura & LWC), and SOQL.
• Strong knowledge of Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Experience Cloud.
• Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SOAP/REST APIs.
• Familiarity with modern IDEs (VSCode, IntelliJ) and version control tools (Git, SVN).
• Experience with relational databases, SQL, and familiarity with Agile methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Salesforce unit and automated testing (JEST, Robot Framework).
• Familiarity with Salesforce Data Loader and CI/CD tools.
• Experience with Salesforce CLI (SFDX) and Python.
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.
• Salesforce certifications (Platform Developer I, App Builder, JavaScript Developer I, Administrator).

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefits
• eLearning and Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development Opportunities

To qualify for our benefits package, candidates must work over 30 hours per week, and the assignment must be at least 10 weeks in duration.

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to bring your Salesforce expertise to a leading financial client, apply now! Our recruitment team will guide you through the interview process and advocate on your behalf.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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