Platform Solution Architecture Define and own the Salesforce enterprise architecture strategy across multiple Salesforce Clouds and instances Lead technical design and architecture for Salesforce implementations spanning Sales Cloud Service Cloud Experience Cloud CPQ Marketing Cloud or Pardot Commerce Cloud MuleSoft or other iPaaS and third-party integrations own and support governance of technical standards and enterprise architecture principles Define the standards and governance around system and implementation Serves as advisory board reviewing major technical decisions and aligning with cross-functional programs Providing recommendations based on the governance that is set Work with GenAI team to review AI capabilities and to provide framework for AI within Salesforce solutions Advise the teams on AI solutions presented for custom applications Review and continuously develop GenAI governance and use within all areas of Development work eg Lightning components and Apex code for the DevOps team along with Sales Cloud Service Cloud Commerce Cloud Marketing Cloud Experience Cloud Data Cloud Life Sciences Cloud etc Governance Standards Define the standards and governance around system and implementation Serves as advisory board reviewing major technical decisions and aligning with cross-functional cross-technology value team programmes Providing recommendations based on the governance that is set Establish and enforce architecture standards design patterns data models and integration approaches across multiple Salesforce orgs Serve on the technical governance board reviewing major solution designs and ensuring cross-functional alignment Integration Data Lead quality scalability and regulatory compliance Oversee the integration of Salesforce with other systems ensuring seamless data flow and interoperability Technical Leadership Delivery Oversight Provide technical guidance to Salesforce developers admins and architects support design code reviews proofs of concept and performance tuning Stay current with Salesforce innovations GenAI Data Cloud LWC Flow and work with teams to evaluate opportunities to bring new capabilities into Animal Health s ecosystem Provide support and thought leadership for the technical teams Collaboration Stakeholder Engagement Partner with Value Teams Product Owners and SI partners to review programs to ensure scalable technical solutions and awareness of wider enterprise platform programs which will impact Salesforce Act as a trusted advisor with both business technical leadership Security Compliance Ensure Salesforce solutions meet industry standards and regulatory requirements e g GDPR HIPAA SOX Implement security controls including role-based access encryption and auditability Continuous Improvement Evaluate AppExchange products and third-party solutions to extend platform capabilities Promote DevOps CI CD and automation practices to accelerate delivery and improve quality Requirements Education Bachelor s degree in computer science Information Technology or a related field Experience 15 years of experience in Salesforce development and architecture with a strong track record of successful Salesforce implementations best practices and functionality Certifications Salesforce Certified Technical Architect CTA or equivalent certifications e g Salesforce Certified Application Architect Salesforce Certified System Architect Technical Skills Deep knowledge of Salesforce development Apex LWC SOQL Flows and declarative configuration Strong integration experience with APIs middleware and event-driven architectures Data modeling large-scale data migrations performance optimization and security design Enterprise Architecture Skills Understanding of authentication authorization IdP SSO microservices SOA DevOps pipelines and CI CD Integration Skills Experience with Salesforce integration tools and techniques such as REST SOAP APIs MuleSoft and ETL tools Problem-Solving Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in a global environment across various cultures languages and time zones Communication Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and cross-functional teams and value teams Leadership Proven leadership skills with experience leading and mentoring development teams Project Management Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Business Acumen Understanding of business processes and how Salesforce solutions can support and enhance them Innovation Ability to think creatively and propose innovative solutions to business challenges with technology and AI-based critical thinking Attention to Detail High attention to detail ensuring the accuracy and quality of Salesforce solutions Optional Experience in the animal health industry or life sciences would be advantageous 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