Salesforce Development Assistant

Job Title: Salesforce DeveloperWork Model: Hybrid (Biggleswade, UK)Salary Range: £50,000 per annum

Our client is seeking a talented and driven Salesforce Developer to join their growing team. In this role, you will leverage your Salesforce expertise to design, develop, and deploy solutions that meet our business needs. You will work closely with stakeholders to customise Salesforce features, optimise system performance, and ensure successful project delivery.

If you are passionate about solving challenges, working with cutting-edge Salesforce technologies, and growing your skills, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse business requirements.
• Design, develop, and implement customised Salesforce solutions, including Apex classes, triggers, Visualforce pages, and Lightning components.
• Integrate Salesforce with third-party applications and other systems using APIs (REST/SOAP).
• Configure Salesforce to support business processes, including workflow rules, process builders, validation rules, and custom objects.
• Ensure the platform's stability by performing data and system maintenance, troubleshooting, and bug fixes.
• Optimise Salesforce performance and recommend best practices to improve functionality and scalability.
• Develop and execute test plans to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Stay updated on Salesforce platform enhancements, features, and certifications.

Skills & Requirements

• Experience: 2-3 years of hands-on experience as a Salesforce Developer.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Certifications: Salesforce Platform Developer I (required); Platform Developer II or other certifications (preferred).
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of Apex, SOQL, and Lightning Web Components (LWC).
  • Experience with declarative tools such as Process Builder, Flow Builder, and Workflow Rules.
  • Proficient in Salesforce integration techniques (REST, SOAP, etc.).
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and development lifecycle tools.
  • Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.