• Lead solution discovery and technical design architecture across multiple Salesforce clouds and client implementations • Translate complex business requirements into scalable, maintainable, and efficient Salesforce solutions • Guide discovery, lead design sessions, and facilitate stakeholder alignment from inception to successful project completion • Deliver fixed-scope or rapid implementation projects, working collaboratively alongside internal project teams and external clients • Mentor internal team members, contributing to technical standards, deployment best practices, and team growth • Oversee go-live readiness, ensuring seamless deployments and system adoption

• Supports building and enhancing Salesforce functionality using Apex, Lightning components, and declarative tools while following established coding standards and requirements. • Assists with developing and maintaining Salesforce integrations, including validating data, testing workflows, and learning integration methods such as REST and SOAP APIs. • Works with business analysts and senior developers to understand requirements, solution designs, and clearly communicate progress, issues, and risks. • Helps ensure code quality by writing unit tests, participating in code reviews, and supporting deployments using established release processes. • Maintains clear and accurate technical documentation for development work and updates it as systems change or are enhanced.

• Evaluate existing Salesforce org configuration, integrations, and data model. • Identify technical gaps, scalability issues, and "quick-win" improvement opportunities. • Define target-state recommendations for global rollout (Sales, Service, Opportunity Management). • Partner with the Data Strategist to align CRM and MDM approaches. • Support documentation of sequencing, dependencies, and technical risk log.

Enterprise Architect (Salesforce) Location: United States (Fully Remote - Preferred locations: SF Bay Area/NYC) At Thunder, our Enterprise Architects (EAs) are strategic leaders who define and deliver scalable, enterprise-grade Salesforce solutions. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy, technical architecture, and delivery execution. Operating above any single project stream, you will define the long-term platform strategy and govern how Salesforce integrates into the broader technology ecosystem (ERP, Data Warehouse, Middleware, etc.). You will serve as the "connective tissue" on multi-cloud programs, ensuring that individual workstreams align technically and from a data model perspective. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise and strong consulting skills, focusing on problem-solving and leading technical projects within the Salesforce (and other) ecosystems. Enterprise Architects at Thunder are problem-solvers - so here's your chance to showcase your tenacity and help redefine how technical architecture can be delivered. Responsibilities: - Serve as the Technical Leader for customer engagements from inception through support, defining the long-term Salesforce platform strategy. - Define the system architecture and identify gaps between the current and desired end-states to deliver a comprehensive CRM solution. - Govern how Salesforce fits into the broader technology landscape, ensuring seamless interoperability with third-party systems. - Forecast detailed estimates for proposed solutions and clearly articulate the benefits and risks of feasibility and functionality. - Ensure that the overall solution design is compatible, scalable, and adheres to best practices. - Review and approve architecture decisions across streams, establishing design patterns and enforcing guardrails on customization vs. configuration. - Create diagrams, draft design documentation, and employ best practices to lead technical aspects of implementation and optimization projects. - Oversee the development team to ensure the system meets client expectations, proper testing is conducted, and performance is monitored. - Partner with offshore and nearshore resources to conduct code reviews, uphold coding standards, and clarify design decisions. - Help to define and enforce coding and documentation standards at Thunder. - Remain current on Salesforce product and technical capabilities. - Support sales efforts by accurately estimating the technical level of effort. - Demonstrate expertise through blog writing, public speaking, and client presentations. Qualifications: - 7-10+ years of technical or consulting experience within the Salesforce ecosystem, specifically as an architect, solution engineer, IT consultant, or developer in a customer-facing role that provided differentiated software technology solutions - Key areas of expertise we’re looking for: Service Cloud, MuleSoft, ARM, Data 360, Marketing Cloud, AWS/Amazon Connect, etc. - 4+ years’ experience as a Lead Architect (Technical Architect, Enterprise Architect, Platform Architect, etc) - Technical skill set should include system design and architecture, Lightning Component development, Flows definition, Salesforce configuration, Apex class development, and API integration. - Expert in custom and managed-package API integrations (RESTful + SOAP) - Proven implementation using Salesforce Integration Patterns - Expertise in data modeling and complex data migrations - Active Salesforce certifications and willingness to achieve additional certifications on emerging technologies - Required: Salesforce Admin, at least 2-3 out of the following Strongly recommended Certifications: - Strongly recommended certifications: - Platform App Builder - Platform Developer I - Sharing and Visibility Architect - Data Architect - Nice to Have certifications: - Sales Cloud Consultant - Service Cloud Consultant - Experience Cloud Consultant - Platform Developer II - Javascript Developer - Mulesoft Integrations Architect - Identity and Access Management Architect - Deployment Lifecycle and Deployment Architect - Application Architect - System Architect Why Thunder? Because You Deserve More Than Just a Job. - A Culture of Builders – We’re a remote-first, global team of curious, collaborative problem-solvers. You’ll have the opportunity to refine processes, solve challenges, and help shape the future of Salesforce and Amazon consulting. If you’re excited to build, innovate, and grow, you’ll fit right in. - Forge Your Own Path – At Thunder, you’re not just filling a role—you’re shaping it. Whether it’s jumping into presales, refining our methodology, or building something entirely new, the opportunity to innovate is yours to take. Perks In Store for You: - Comprehensive Benefits with Sequoia – Medical, Dental, Vision, and Employer-Paid Life/Disability Insurance to keep you and your loved ones covered. - Ownership & Impact – Stock options in a fast-moving, high-growth company. Every employee plays a part in what we’re building. Come make your mark! - Level Up Your Career – Real opportunities to grow your Salesforce and Amazon expertise through mentorship, certifications, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology. - Work from anywhere (well, almost 😉) - Enjoy the freedom of remote work, flexible PTO (with a 2-week minimum!), and generous leave policies - because the best work happens where you’re happiest. - People-First Flexibility – We’re always listening, evolving, and adapting. Your feedback helps shape our policies, ensuring you can thrive - professionally and personally. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.