Salesforce Engineer

Overview

Design, build and maintain custom Salesforce solutions that optimise Konovo's project management platform and deliver data-driven value to global stakeholders.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, and implement custom Salesforce solutions to optimize the project management platform.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable Salesforce implementations.
• Develop and maintain Apex classes, Triggers, Visualforce pages, and Lightning Web Components (LWC).
• Integrate Salesforce with third-party applications, APIs, and internal systems.
• Implement and optimize Salesforce workflows, automation, Reports and Dashboards to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance within the Salesforce environment.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams, including product managers, data scientists, and engineers, to align Salesforce functionality with business goals.
• Stay updated on the latest Salesforce trends, releases, and best practices to enhance platform capabilities.

What you'll need

• 5+ years of experience in development and administration of Salesforce Sales Cloud or Service Cloud functionality.
• Experience designing and scaling distributed systems, microservices, or cloud-native architectures.
• Relevant certifications: Salesforce certified Admin and PD1 (preferably), PD2 and Platform App Builder (great to have).
• Strong experience designing, building, and integrating RESTful APIs, with a solid understanding of API best practices, security, and performance patterns.
• Solid understanding of databases (SQL/NoSQL), messaging systems, and API design.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and system design.
• Comfortable working in Agile environments and collaborating across product and engineering teams.
• Ability to communicate complex technical topics clearly, both written and verbal.
• High ownership mindset with disciplined follow-through and a bias toward action.
• Curiosity and openness to AI-enhanced engineering workflows, tooling, and delivery models, and exposure to using AI for development.
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-changing environment while navigating challenges collaboratively.
• Bachelor's degree/post-graduation, preferably in Computer Science (B.E/B.Tech, MCA) or equivalent discipline.
• Proficiency in Apex classes and triggers, Visualforce pages, Lightning Web Components (LWC) and Aura Components.
• Proficiency in SOQL, SOSL and Data Loader for data loading activities.
• In-depth understanding of the Salesforce data model, including objects, fields, relationships (master-detail, lookup, and junction).
• Proficiency with Salesforce declarative tools such as Flows, Validation Rules, and Workflow rules for non-programmatic customization.
• Experience integrating Salesforce with external systems using REST and SOAP APIs, Bulk API, and Platform Events.
• Understanding of the Salesforce security model, including profiles, permission sets, roles, sharing rules, field-level security, Reports and Dashboards.
• Experience with Lightning App Builder to customize Lightning page layouts and create custom apps using components.
• Proficiency in Change Sets, Gearset, and Salesforce CLI for moving metadata between environments (development, testing, production).
• Identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, optimizing queries, and ensuring scalability of Salesforce applications.
• Expert in technical documentation of the project.
• Efficient sandbox management, including refresh and post-refresh activities.

Nice to have

• Experience working with platform or internal enablement teams.
• Knowledge of Workato is an advantage.
• Knowledge of advanced currency management.
• Knowledge of HubSpot, Conga Composer, Highspot, AutoFx.
• Familiarity with Git, Salesforce DX and version control systems such as GitHub.

Details

• Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (Whitefield-based India team).
• Work mode: Hybrid, collaborative and hybrid work environment.
• Benefits include group medical coverage, accident insurance, and a robust leave policy.