Salesforce Developer

Remote (United States)

Overview

This opportunity is for a Salesforce Developer who will play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing Salesforce solutions tailored to the needs of nonprofit and higher education clients. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience working in a nonprofit organization, a higher education institution, or a consultancy that supports nonprofits, along with a strong command of Salesforce architecture, development, and best practices.

This role works closely with clients and project teams to understand business needs and deliver scalable, high-performing Salesforce solutions. It also includes technical guidance in configuration, customization, system integration, release readiness, risk mitigation, mentoring, and pre-sales support.

This role focuses on building, customizing, integrating, and optimizing Salesforce environments that support critical organizational functions and client goals. The position requires strong technical execution, the ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and the ability to contribute to complex consulting engagements across multiple projects with fast turnaround times.

Compensation

Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 per year

Employment Details

Status: Full-time

Category: Technical Solutions

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop customized Salesforce solutions to support critical business functions, project goals, and client requirements
• Collaborate with technical leadership to design and implement scalable, secure, and best-practice Salesforce architectures
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and senior stakeholders
• Gather and analyze requirements from both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating them into effective technical solutions
• Support a collaborative environment that encourages creative problem-solving across teams
• Develop and maintain Apex classes, triggers, Visualforce pages, Lightning components, and other custom solutions
• Integrate Salesforce with internal systems and third-party applications using APIs and middleware
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior developers and team members
• Perform system audits and support Salesforce release processes to ensure smooth deployments
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Salesforce applications and integrations
• Stay current with Salesforce updates, platform releases, and industry best practices
• Support pre-sales activities by contributing technical expertise and participating in solution demonstrations
• Develop reusable components and scalable solutions for cross-project use
• Contribute to internal documentation, knowledge sharing, and development standards
• Assist with system configuration, customization, integrations, and technical risk mitigation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Salesforce Developer in nonprofit, higher education, or consulting environments
• Strong expertise in Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Components, and Salesforce APIs
• Experience with data migration, integration tools, and ETL processes
• Hands-on experience with integration platforms such as Mulesoft, Talend, Dell Boomi, or similar
• Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on creative technical solutions
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
• Interest in nonprofit or education sectors and mission-driven work
• Understanding of fundraising, advancement, or higher education systems
• High attention to detail and commitment to development standards and best practices
• Proactive approach to managing client expectations and supporting project direction
• Strong analytical and technical skills with the ability to learn new tools quickly
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaborative work environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Salesforce certifications such as Platform Developer I/II, Application Architect, or System Architect
• Experience with Salesforce solutions such as Nonprofit Cloud, NPSP, Education Cloud, ascend, or Affinaquest
• Experience with middleware platforms such as Workato, Jitterbit, Informatica, SnapLogic, or similar
• Experience working with large nonprofit or higher education organizations
• Knowledge of data governance and compliance best practices
• Experience with advancement tools such as Banner, Advance, BBCRM, or similar platforms
• Experience working in Agile environments
• Experience in consulting or client-facing project delivery
• Understanding of release management, version control, and deployment processes
• Familiarity with tools such as JIRA or similar task management systems

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with some plans fully covered
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans
• Basic life insurance coverage
• Optional benefits including disability, accident, and supplemental coverage
• 401(k) with a 3% employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care
• Company-supported phone plans and remote work equipment
• Wellness programs and strong work-life balance focus
• Continuing education support and reimbursement

Work Location Requirements

Candidates may reside only in the following locations: AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, KS, MA, MD, MI, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI, and WV.

Due to Florida legislation, candidates in Florida are subject to E-Verify requirements.