Salesforce Application Architect (2nd round F2F)

Position : Salesforce Solutions Architect  (2nd Round F2F)
Location: Lansing, MI – Hybrid
Duration: 6 Months Contract-to-Hire
Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required

Interview
* *1st Round:* 60-minute virtual MS Teams interview with video.
* *2nd Round: In-person interview.*

*Job Summary*
The State of Michigan is seeking a **Software Solutions Architect / Salesforce Application Architect** to support the modernization and operations of critical MDHHS Child Welfare systems, including **MiSACWIS and CCWIS**. The role will lead Salesforce architecture, development, integration, security, and technical delivery while ensuring scalable, secure, and compliant enterprise solutions.

*Key Responsibilities*
* Lead end-to-end **Salesforce architecture, design, development, testing, and implementation**.
* Translate business and technical requirements into scalable Salesforce solutions.
* Conduct Salesforce **Org Health Checks** and platform assessments.
* Support **Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and Field Service Lightning (FSL)** solutions.
* Design and implement system integrations using **Java, SQL, Web Services**, and other technologies.
* Design and maintain **CI/CD pipelines**, pipeline-as-code, branching strategies, automated testing, and code reviews.
* Ensure compliance with **SADLC, security policies, State of Michigan standards, and regulatory requirements**.
* Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.
* Lead POCs, technical reviews, architecture decisions, and complex system design activities.
* Support critical Tier 2/24x7 applications and integration with external systems and agencies.
* Research and recommend improvements to development tools, technologies, and processes.

*Required Skills*
* Bachelor’s Degree.
* **5+ years** gathering and analyzing business/technical requirements with stakeholders.
* **5+ years hands-on Salesforce experience**.
* **5+ years experience with SQL, Java, and Web Services**.
* Strong experience designing and implementing **CI/CD pipelines**.
* Experience with pipeline-as-code, branching strategies, automated code reviews, and testing.
* **2–3 Salesforce certifications required**.
* Strong communication and technical leadership skills.

*Preferred*
* Salesforce Architect Certification.
* Enterprise-level Salesforce implementation experience.
* Database-related certifications.
* Experience with Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and FSL.

*Work Arrangement – Mandatory*
* **Wednesday & Thursday: Onsite**
* **Monday, Tuesday & Friday: Remote**
* No remote-only option.
* Candidate must be able to follow this schedule **from Day 1**.