Technical Lead - SalesForce

at GAF in Rockford, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Description:

Introduction:

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work- we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Summary: We are seeking a Technical Lead with a proven history of delivering large, multi-discipline technical solutions from initiation through implementation. The Technical Lead will be the single point of contact for coordinating all Technical aspects of the project execution, including coordination between the Solution Architecture, Development, Project Management and other required teams. The focus of the role is to remove roadblocks and champion all Technical aspects of the project to ensure delivery that meets all Functional and Technical requirements.

Essential Duties:

+ Perform a lead role on large, multi-discipline projects to ensure all Technical aspects of the project are coordinated and executing to the project plan

+ This role is focused on the Salesforce environment and all projects within the umbrella (Sales, Service and Experience Clouds), but it will require oversight of other technologies’ development activities on a project

+ Manage day to day technical project meetings and coordinate with all involved parties

+ Be a primary point of contact with third party implementation partners, ensuring their deliverables are of high quality, match GAF standards and meet all requirements.

+ Influence expert-level web and mobile application design, implementation, documentation and maintenance with minimal direction.

+ Guides and directs the work of other team members who may perform similar or related work.

+ Facilitates the development of cross-functional skills among team members

+ Research new technologies and best practices. Advises and recommends changes to existing IT policies, procedures, and strategy.

+ Implementing development best practices, and methodologies (including agile)

Under This Roof, We Require

+ At least 7 years of continuous IT and business/industry work experience with at least 3 years managing teams.

+ Bachelor’s Degree in IT/Computer related field (advanced degree preferred).

+ Solid understanding and proven track record leveraging industry best practices and standards including, modern architecture and development practices, ITIL and SDLC.

+ Proven understanding for Agile Frameworks and DevOps methodologies.

+ Strong expertise in Enterprise Applications with a proficient understanding of Digital Technologies.

+ Proven expertise and track record being proactive, forward thinking and future oriented.

+ People-oriented coach who inspires people, helps them in their careers and grows in their current job.

+ Working agile is just right for you. You are flexible, not hierarchical and you are not afraid to roll up your sleeves.

+ You have the ability to influence Leaders and set/implement Strategy.

Under This Roof, We Also Value

Technical Knowledge/Skills

+ Deep understanding of many technical disciplines with a focus on Salesforce (Sales, Service and Experience Clouds), but additional experience including but not limited to, .Net Core, .Net Framework 4.7, PeopleSoft, Mulesoft, Sitecore/CMS

+ Technical experience with the following technologies including JavaScript, React JS, JQuery, SQL Server, Okta, Akamai, Payment Integrations, Checkmarx, Autorabit

+ Experience with Salesforce declarative development using Process Builder, Workflows, Lightning App Builder, etc.

+ Experience with Salesforce platform programming languages like Visualforce, Lightning Web Components, APEX, SOQL, and SOSL.

+ Expert knowledge of environment management, org strategy, release management, code versioning best practices, and deployment methodologies.

+ Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure and supporting services (DevOps, Kubernetes, etc.), including broad knowledge of supporting Infrastructure technology (Networking, Database, etc)

+ Expert knowledge of security requirements, microservices, service-oriented architecture, design patterns, SOLID design principles, multi-threaded systems, automated unit testing, test driven development and acceptance test driven development.

+ Expert knowledge of web and mobile software and solution architecture

+ Experience with agile development methodologies including Scrum.

+ Understanding of Event-Driven Architecture and Azure is a bonus.

+ Good understanding of serverless architecture and NoSql databases (e.g. CosmosDB).

+ Good understanding of various authentication protocols like oAuth2.0, OpenID Connect, SAML, JWT, and others.

+ Solid understanding and experience in DevOps methodology.

General Knowledge/Skills

+ Ability to work on multiple complex assignments as a team member and team leader.

+ Solid understanding and proven track record leveraging industry best practices and standards including modern architecture and development practices, ITIL, Agile and DevOps.

+ Strong collaborative skills to work across multiple stakeholder groups.

+ Ability to effectively communicate and report to different levels within and outside the IT Organization.

+ Strong Vendor Management Skills.

GAF Competencies

+ Leadership: You are a real strategist and functional expert; leading groups in the service of a specific functional mission excites you. You engage actively in mentoring, providing guidance, and coaching team members to build, develop, or enhance their management and leadership skills.

+ Sets stretch objectives

+ Brings out the best in people

+ Constructs compelling development plans and executes them

+ Strategic Innovation: You create an environment that inspires the organization to generate novel solutions with measurable impact for customers.

+ Can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately

+ Can create competitive and breakthrough strategic plans

+ Is future oriented, proactive and forward thinking

+ Influencing & Negotiating: You are assertive and present your own ideas and persuade other key leaders, gaining support and commitment from others; mobilizing people to take action, using creative approaches to motivate others to meet business goals.

+ Can negotiate skillfully in tough situations with both internal and external groups

+ Can win concessions without damaging relationships

+ Influences across boundaries to gain support for ideas that impact a wide range of stakeholders with diverse priorities.

+ Communicating Effectively: Clearly express and readily share information both verbally and in writing; actively listen to gain understanding.

+ Communicates proactively, visibly and consistently to organizational levels.

+ Relays important information regarding organizational and chapter strategy, direction and responsibility.

+ Inspires commitment and a drive for action for a variety of vehicles and approaches.

How We Protect What Matters Most

+ We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.

+ Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.

+ Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.

+ Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral progra