Senior Salesforce Developer
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for skilled Salesforce professionals continues to rise, with a 25% increase in job postings over the past year, Docker's search for a Senior Salesforce Developer underscores the importance of adaptable, scalable business operations. With the global shift towards remote work, companies are seeking experts who can architect and deliver efficient Salesforce solutions, driving productivity and customer experience. Candidates with deep expertise in Apex, Lightning Web Components, and Salesforce APIs are in high demand. Docker, a leader in developer tooling, offers a unique opportunity to join a globally distributed, remote-first team, shaping the future of software development.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Salesforce Developer position at Docker is a critical role that will help scale and evolve the company's Go-To-Market systems and business operations. As a seasoned expert in Salesforce development, you will partner closely with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Finance, and Security, to design, develop, test, and deploy scalable Salesforce solutions. This role is pivotal in driving productivity, data quality, automation, and customer experience across the organization.Docker's products, such as Docker Desktop, Docker Hub, and Docker Scout, have made it a beloved brand in developer tooling, trusted by millions of users worldwide. The company is at the forefront of the shift towards autonomous workflows, providing sandboxed environments, verified images, and secure infrastructure. As a Senior Salesforce Developer, you will be part of a team that is redefining how software gets built and delivered.
The role requires strong technical leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions. You will be working in a fast-paced, remote-first environment, collaborating with global teams to drive business growth and innovation.
What You Will Do
- Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable Salesforce solutions across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and integrated third-party systems.
- Lead the architecture and implementation of Salesforce customizations, including Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flows, integrations, and platform automation.
- Partner with stakeholders across GTM and Operations teams to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Improve and maintain Salesforce data architecture, security model, sharing rules, profiles, permission sets, and governance standards.
- Build and support integrations between Salesforce and external platforms, such as MuleSoft, NetSuite, CPQ, ERP, marketing automation, customer support, and data platforms.
- Drive platform optimization, technical debt reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Own the Salesforce DevOps and release management lifecycle, establishing engineering best practices.
- Participate in roadmap planning and provide technical leadership for strategic Salesforce initiatives.
- Manage Agentforce, Slackbot, AI skills, and other AI Salesforce offerings.
- Troubleshoot complex production issues and implement scalable long-term solutions.
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of hands-on Salesforce development experience in enterprise environments.
- Deep expertise with Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), SOQL/SOSL, Salesforce APIs, Flow automation, and platform security.
- Experience designing and implementing integrations using MuleSoft.
- Familiarity with NetSuite and quote-to-cash business processes.
- Strong understanding of Salesforce DevOps and CI/CD practices.
- Experience working with Agile development methodologies.
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working in high-growth SaaS or technology companies.
Nice to Have
- Salesforce Platform Developer I or II certification.
- Experience with Salesforce CPQ and billing systems.
- Experience with RevOps or quote-to-cash processes.
- Familiarity with data warehousing, analytics, or AI-driven workflows.
- Experience supporting global sales organizations.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive compensation package.
- Equity in a leading technology company.
- Flexible, remote work arrangements.
- Comprehensive health insurance.
- Generous PTO and holiday policy.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Access to the latest technology and tools.
- Opportunity to work with a global, diverse team.
How to Stand Out
- Ensure you have a strong portfolio that showcases your Salesforce development skills, particularly in Apex, LWC, and integrations.
- Prepare to discuss your experience with Salesforce DevOps and CI/CD practices, as well as your approach to technical debt reduction.
- Highlight your ability to communicate complex technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders, as this is crucial for success in this role.
- Research Docker's products and services to understand how Salesforce solutions can drive business growth and innovation.
- Be ready to discuss your experience with Agile development methodologies and how you adapt to changing project requirements.
- Emphasize your problem-solving skills, particularly in troubleshooting complex production issues and implementing long-term solutions.
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