Salesforce Technical Architect
Job Title: Salesforce Technical Architect
Location: Zurich, Switzerland (Hybrid working model available)
Industry: Financial Services
Languages: German (Minimum B1 - Mandatory), English
Type: Contract (12 Months)
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Duration: 12 Months
Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Salesforce Technical Architect to join a leading financial services organization based in Zurich, Switzerland. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Data Cloud, along with strong integration experience and a background in financial services. This is a key contract role to lead and support large-scale Salesforce initiatives over a 12-month period.
Key Responsibilities:
Architect and deliver end-to-end Salesforce solutions, focusing on Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Data Cloud.
Define and implement robust integration strategies between Salesforce and third-party/internal systems using REST/SOAP APIs, middleware platforms, and data services.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business analysts, developers, and stakeholders to ensure solution alignment with business goals.
Provide hands-on technical leadership throughout the SDLC.
Ensure best practices, scalability, and security standards are followed.
Participate in architectural governance and documentation processes.
Required Skills & Experience:
Proven experience as a Salesforce Technical Architect on large-scale enterprise projects.
Strong hands-on knowledge of Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Data Cloud (Customer Data Platform).
Expertise in integration architecture, including APIs, data synchronization, and middleware.
Proficient with Salesforce platform tools: Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flows, and custom development.
Industry experience in financial services (banking, insurance, fintech) is highly desirable.
Fluent in English and German (minimum B1 level required) for collaboration with local teams and stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
Salesforce Architect certifications (e.g., Application Architect, System Architect).
Experience with middleware solutions such as MuleSoft, Kafka, or other enterprise integration tools.
Familiarity with Swiss and EU financial compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, FINMA).
What We Offer:
Long-term contract with a high-profile financial services client.
Strategic role in a major Salesforce transformation program.
Hybrid work model with on-site presence in Zurich as needed.
Competitive day rate and professional environment.
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