Cognizant

Salesforce Technical Lead

Cognizant$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of Salesforce experience with decision-making between code and configuration.
  • 6+ years building solutions with Salesforce Sales Cloud and Service Cloud on Lightning.
  • 3+ years integrating Salesforce with third-party applications.
  • 3-4 years designing solutions using Web Service APIs, REST, and SOAP APIs.
  • Salesforce Certifications: Platform Developer I, Integration Architect, Salesforce Administrator.
  • Experience with Agile methodology and sprint project delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of Salesforce integration solutions.
  • Make decisions between code and configuration for optimal performance.
  • Develop applications using APEX and Lightning following best practices.
  • Create integration solutions using Web Service APIs, REST, and SOAP APIs.
  • Mentor teams to ensure application configurations meet standards.
  • Collaborate to translate business requirements into system architecture and code.
  • Obtain estimates for functional and technical designs and development efforts.

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Full Job Description
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As a Salesforce Technical Lead, you will make an impact by leading the design and implementation of robust Salesforce integration solutions, ensuring seamless connectivity between Salesforce and third-party applications. You will be a valued member of the team and work collaboratively with the hiring manager, cross-matrixed teams, clients, and offshore teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that meet business requirements.

In this role, you will:
  • Make critical decisions between code and configuration approaches, ensuring optimal system performance and maintainability.
  • Build applications utilizing APEX and Lightning, adhering to technology best practices.
  • Design and develop integration solutions using Web Service APIs, REST, and SOAP APIs.
  • Guide and mentor teams to ensure application configurations meet the highest standards and business needs.
  • Collaborate with functional and technical teams to translate business requirements into effective system architecture and code.
  • Obtain accurate estimates for functional and technical designs, development, testing, and training efforts.
  • Support insurance clients by leveraging industry knowledge and experience.

Work model:
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Chicago, IL. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered
  • 8+ years of experience with Salesforce, including decision-making between code and configuration.
  • 6+ years of experience building business solutions using Salesforce Sales Cloud and Service Cloud on Lightning.
  • 3+ years of experience with integrations to third-party applications.
  • 3-4 years of experience designing and developing integration solutions using Web Service APIs, REST, and SOAP APIs.
  • Experience with the design and execution of technology best practices.
  • Experience working with cross-matrixed teams, clients, and offshore teams.
  • Salesforce Certifications: Platform Developer I, Integration Architect, Salesforce Administrator.
  • Knowledge of Agile methodology and sprint-based project delivery.
  • Ability to work closely with functional teams to understand business needs and with technical teams to deliver system architecture and code that meets business requirements.
  • Ability to guide teams to ensure application configurations are of the highest standard and meet business needs.
  • Responsible for obtaining accurate estimates for functional and technical designs, development, testing, and training efforts.

These will help you stand out
  • Demonstrated leadership in guiding teams and ensuring high-quality application configurations.
  • Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with both business and technical stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to deliver integration solutions in complex, matrixed environments.
  • Experience in mentoring and developing team members.
  • Advanced knowledge of Salesforce integration patterns and best practices.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Applications will be accepted until 7/30/2026

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary and Other Compensation
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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About Cognizant

TriZetto is Powering Integrated Healthcare Management. With technology solutions touching more than half the U.S. population today, TriZetto is uniquely positioned to drive the convergence of core benefit administration, care management and constituent engagement. TriZetto provides premier information technology solutions that enable payers and other constituents in the healthcare supply chain to improve the coordination of benefits and care for healthcare consumers.

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Size
340,400 employees
Market Cap
$28.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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