New York Life Insurance Co

Senior Associate - Salesforce Developer

New York Life Insurance Co$124K — $177K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 8-10 years leading Salesforce implementations and technical teams.
  • Deep expertise in Apex, LWC, Flow, and Salesforce development.
  • Strong experience with event-driven architectures using CDC and pub/sub patterns.
  • Extensive knowledge in Salesforce data architecture and security models.
  • Proven record in designing secure integrations with Salesforce APIs and AWS.
  • Strong proficiency in JavaScript, React.js, and TypeScript.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and deployment of scalable Salesforce solutions.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to convert business needs into technical solutions.
  • Implement data integrations with Salesforce and AWS services.
  • Develop user experiences using Lightning Web Components and React frameworks.
  • Design event-driven solutions for scalable integrations.
  • Conduct code reviews and establish development best practices.
  • Troubleshoot application performance and ensure compliance with security standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including leave programs and adoption assistance.
  • Student loan repayment assistance offered to employees.
  • Continuous refinement of benefits based on employee feedback.
  • Adaptable offerings to help employees thrive professionally and personally.
Full Job Description
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

Role Overview

As a Senior Salesforce Developer Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for designing, developing, and implementing complex Salesforce solutions that advance New York Life's strategic technology initiatives. You will collaborate closely with architects, business partners, and engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing applications across a shared Salesforce platform supporting multiple lines of business. This role also partners with data teams to integrate Salesforce with AWS services and other enterprise platforms, enabling intelligent automation and data-driven decision-making.

What You'll Do
  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flow, and Salesforce integration APIs.
  • Partner with business stakeholders, solution architects, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and extensible technical solutions.
  • Design and implement integrations between Salesforce, AWS services (including Lambda, S3, and API Gateway), and enterprise applications to enable secure, high-performing data exchange.
  • Develop modern, responsive user experiences by collaborating with UX and front-end teams using Lightning Web Components, React.js, TypeScript, and Figma designs.
  • Design and implement event-driven solutions using Platform Events, Change Data Capture (CDC), asynchronous Apex, and pub/sub patterns to support scalable integrations.
  • Lead code reviews, establish development standards, and promote engineering excellence through CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps best practices.
  • Troubleshoot and optimize application performance while ensuring reliability, maintainability, and compliance with enterprise security and governance standards.
  • Evaluate and implement reusable frameworks, npm packages, and open-source libraries to improve application consistency, maintainability, and developer productivity.
  • Contribute to Salesforce platform modernization by leveraging AWS DevOps capabilities, automation frameworks, and reusable architecture patterns.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies, including Salesforce AI capabilities (Einstein and Agentforce), MuleSoft, and cloud integration patterns, to continuously enhance platform capabilities.


What You'll Bring

Required Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8-10 years of experience leading Salesforce implementations, including solution design, development, deployment, and technical leadership of engineering teams.
  • Deep expertise in Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flow, and Salesforce platform development, with the ability to balance custom development and out-of-the-box capabilities.
  • Strong experience designing event-driven Salesforce architectures using Platform Events, Change Data Capture (CDC), asynchronous processing, and pub/sub integration patterns.
  • Extensive knowledge of Salesforce data architecture, security model, sharing model, and multi-org governance within enterprise environments.
  • Proven experience designing and implementing secure integrations using Salesforce APIs, MuleSoft, and AWS services, including Lambda, S3, and API Gateway.
  • Strong proficiency in JavaScript, React.js, and TypeScript, applying modern component-based development practices across Salesforce and web applications.
  • Experience collaborating with data and engineering teams to troubleshoot complex integration, performance, and data quality challenges.
  • Experience translating Figma designs into responsive, accessible, and reusable Lightning Web Components and React applications.
  • Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices using GitHub, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or comparable tools.
  • Strong understanding of authentication and authorization technologies, including OAuth 2.0, JWT, and Named Credentials.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.


Required Certifications
  • Salesforce Certified Administrator
  • Salesforce Platform Developer I
  • Salesforce Platform Developer II
  • Salesforce JavaScript Developer I
  • Salesforce Certified Sales Cloud Consultant
  • Salesforce Certified Application Architect
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Integration Architect


Preferred Skills
  • Salesforce System Architect certification.
  • Experience with AWS infrastructure services and cloud-native DevOps practices.
  • Experience with event streaming platforms and messaging technologies such as Kafka or enterprise event bus solutions.
  • Experience implementing Salesforce AI capabilities, including Einstein, Agentforce, or GPT-enabled solutions.


Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $124,000-$177,000

Overtime eligible: Exempt

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes

Sales bonus eligible: No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees - and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.Click hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.

Job Requisition ID: 94361

About New York Life Insurance Co

New York Life Insurance Company is a mutual life insurance company in the United States and one of the life insurers in the world, ranking #88 on the 2014 Fortune 500 list with over $540 billion in total assets under management, and more than $19 billion in surplus and AVR. New York Life and its subsidiaries provide insurance, investment, and retirement solutions. For 175 years, the company has been helping people put their love into action. It was founded in 1845 and is headquartered in New York.

New York Life Insurance Co Careers

Join the esteemed team at New York Life Insurance Co, a leader in the insurance industry, and propel your career to new heights with unparalleled job opportunities. As one of the most respected names in life insurance, we offer a platform where professionalism meets innovation, creating an environment ripe for personal and professional growth.

Work You’ll Do

At New York Life Insurance Co, you will be part of a culture that cherishes diversity and fosters leadership. Our team is composed of skilled professionals dedicated to providing financial security and peace of mind to our clients. By joining us, you will collaborate with top-tier experts in finance and insurance, leveraging your skills to make a meaningful impact.

Explore Career Paths

Whether you are seeking an internship, a full-time position, or a leadership role, New York Life Insurance Co provides a variety of career paths to help you achieve your professional goals. Our commitment to career development is evident through extensive training programs and continuous learning opportunities that ensure our team remains at the forefront of the industry.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead projects that drive innovation within the company and the insurance industry. New York Life Insurance Co is at the intersection of tradition and innovation, where we constantly strive to develop solutions that anticipate the needs of our clients.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our team at New York Life Insurance Co is our greatest asset. We thrive on collaboration and respect each other’s contributions, creating a supportive and inclusive workplace. Here, networking and mentorship go hand in hand with day-to-day operations, providing a robust support system for career advancement.

Future-Proof Your Career

With New York Life Insurance Co, your career is future-proofed with endless opportunities for advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package supports your life both inside and outside of work, while our leadership and diversity training prepare you to take on new challenges.

Join Our Team

Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to drive their careers forward. Explore our job opportunities and find out how your talents can make a difference at New York Life Insurance Co.

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Prepare for Your Interview

Ready to join us? Prepare your resume and sharpen your interview skills to become part of a company that values vision, leadership, and a commitment to excellence. At New York Life Insurance Co, we are not just offering a job; we are offering a pathway to success.

New York Life Insurance Co – A Place Where Careers Are Made

From fostering innovation to encouraging diversity, New York Life Insurance Co is where you can pursue your passions and grow your career. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our clients and communities every day.
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1845

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