Senior Salesforce Developer 

Job at a Glance
Location: Orlando, FL (M-Th Onsite, F Remote)
Contract: W2 only, 18 month contract with potential for extension or conversion to full time with either the client or CEI
Pay: $80-90/hour W2 + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Overview

Our client in the entertainment and hospitality industry is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead development and integration work on the Salesforce platform in support of a strategic premium reservations and sales initiative. This role is unique in that it combines hands-on Salesforce development with ownership of the integration layer connecting Salesforce to broader enterprise platforms and services.

As a staff augmentation engagement during the discovery and solution phase, you will help the team build internal capability, evaluate technical direction, and establish long-term best practices. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong architectural judgment, and the ability to challenge design decisions when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect & Build: Design, develop, and maintain scalable Salesforce solutions using Apex classes, triggers, and Lightning Web Components (LWC). Support premium reservations and integrated sales capabilities.

• Lead Enterprise Integration: Own the integration architecture connecting Salesforce to enterprise platforms and services. Build and maintain reliable REST/SOAP-based interfaces and data flows.

• Provide Technical Oversight: Serve as the internal technical authority evaluating vendor-delivered solutions and architectural decisions. Ensure designs meet engineering standards and long-term platform strategy.

• Drive Data & Query Design: Write efficient, well-structured SOQL/SOSL queries. Design scalable data models for complex enterprise environments.

• Modernize Development Practices: Utilize Git-based version control. Leverage Salesforce DX including scratch orgs and source-driven development.

• AI-Augmented Development: Utilize AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor or Claude Code to improve delivery speed and code quality.

• Agile Collaboration: Partner with Product, Project Management, and cross-functional engineering teams. Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

• Mentor & Build Capability: Help establish internal Salesforce expertise. Reduce long-term dependency on external vendors through knowledge sharing and mentorship.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, including Salesforce development.
• Strong proficiency with Apex, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and Lightning Web Components (LWC).
• Experience designing, building, and consuming REST/SOAP APIs.
• Strong understanding of SOQL and SOSL.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Experience with Salesforce DX (scratch orgs, source-driven development).
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor or Claude Code.
• Ability to evaluate technical designs and communicate tradeoffs to stakeholders.

Required Education

• Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Equivalent work experience will be considered.

Preferred Skills

• Salesforce certifications (Platform Developer I/II, Application Architect, etc.).
• Experience integrating Salesforce with reservation, ticketing, or hotel property management systems.
• Travel, hospitality, resort, or guest experience technology experience.
• Experience overseeing external development vendors.
• Mentoring and technical leadership experience.

Why Should I Apply?

Join a dynamic team working on innovative solutions that enhance customer and guest experiences. This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful Salesforce initiatives within a large-scale enterprise environment while helping shape long-term platform strategy.

About CEI

As a trusted technology partner, CEI delivers solutions that help our customers transform their business and achieve meaningful results. From strategy and custom application development through application management, our technology and digital experience services are tailored to meet each unique need of our customers. Our staffing solutions bring specialized skills to complement our customers'' workforce and project requirements.

#ZR #INDGEN