Solution Architect

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Oversee comprehensive architectural design for Salesforce Consumer Goods Cloud solutions, which encompass Retail Execution, Offline Mobile App, Trade Promotion Management, and DSD/Van Sales.

• Establish system topologies, data models, integration patterns, and security frameworks in accordance with Salesforce architectural best practices.

• Design strategies for offline mobile synchronization, enhancing local device payloads, historical data ingestion, and synchronization performance.

• Collaborate with Business Consultants to convert FMCG commercial objectives and business challenges into scalable technical solutions.

• Perform architecture reviews and assess code, point-and-click configurations, and out-of-the-box functionalities.

• Manage platform technical debt, supervise code reviews, and ensure project quality.

• Offer technical expertise and mentorship to Salesforce Developers, System Integrators, and Technical Consultants.

• Create integrations between Salesforce Consumer Goods Cloud and ERP, warehouse management, and supply chain systems utilizing middleware or REST/SOAP APIs.

• Navigate uncertainty, manage shifts in scope, and deliver value in fast-paced project delivery cycles.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must reside in Germany.

• Minimum of 5+ years of practical experience as a Salesforce Architect.

• Demonstrated success in leading at least 2+ full-lifecycle enterprise implementations of Salesforce Consumer Goods Cloud or previous CloudSense/AFS Retail Execution platforms.

• Extensive functional domain expertise in FMCG/CPG industry processes.

• Advanced knowledge of Salesforce Consumer Goods Cloud Offline Mobile App architecture and synchronization engines.

• Proficient in Salesforce platform security, handling Large Data Volumes, Apex performance optimization, and Governor Limits.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in both German and English; proficiency in both languages is mandatory.

• Skills in conflict resolution and the ability to manage difficult conversations.

• Solid understanding of the FMCG industry along with a business-oriented mindset.

• Familiarity with the typical workday of Key Account Managers and Field Sales Representatives.

• Capability to convey complex technical decisions to C-level executives and non-technical stakeholders effectively.

• Ability to excel in dynamic, multi-market rollout environments.

• Innovative mindset, adaptability, proactive attitude, and commitment to continuous learning.

• Proficiency in additional languages is considered an advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Global, remote-first work culture.

• Opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across Germany, Greece, Portugal, Switzerland, the UK, and beyond.

• Engage in Salesforce-driven solutions for Consumer Goods brands.

• Agile delivery framework and modern technology setting.

• Experience in retail, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.