New York Life Insurance Co

Senior Associate - Salesforce Developer

New York Life Insurance Co$124K — $177K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of hands-on Salesforce development and administration experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • Deep expertise in Apex, Visualforce, and Lightning Web Components
  • Strong understanding of Salesforce architecture and enterprise application integration
  • Experience working in Agile environments with tools like Jira
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development of Salesforce solutions using Apex and Lightning Web Components
  • Architect and maintain scalable Salesforce applications that meet business goals
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into Salesforce solutions
  • Optimize Salesforce development lifecycle through automation and performance improvements
  • Mentor team members on engineering best practices and Salesforce capabilities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including leave programs and adoption assistance
  • Student loan repayment programs
  • Flexible work environment with hybrid schedule
  • Continuous benefit refinement based on employee feedback
Full Job Description
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per quarter

Business Unit

Technology, Data, AI and Ventures (TDAV)

Role Overview

As part of Technology, Data, AI and Ventures (TDAV), you will contribute to initiatives that shape New York Life's digital landscape by building innovative customer and field service solutions on the Salesforce platform. Leveraging modern Salesforce technologies, cloud capabilities, and AI-powered features, you will help create seamless experiences for clients, agents, and employees while advancing the company's digital transformation strategy.

The Customer & Field Service Experience Agile Release Train (ART) within the Service Experience Value Stream is seeking an experienced Senior Salesforce Developer to lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise Salesforce solutions. In this role, you will provide technical leadership while remaining hands-on in application development, architecture, integration, and platform optimization. You will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, product teams, architects, and fellow engineers to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing Salesforce capabilities that support Customer Service Representatives, Field Service, and Agent Desktop experiences.

What You'll Do
  • Lead the design, development, customization, and ongoing enhancement of Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Visualforce, and other Salesforce technologies while providing technical leadership across the Service Experience Value Stream.
  • Architect, develop, test, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performing Salesforce applications and integrations that align with business objectives, enterprise architecture standards, and modern software engineering best practices.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, technology analysts, architects, and cross-functional engineering teams to translate business requirements into innovative Salesforce solutions that improve customer, agent, and employee experiences.
  • Optimize the Salesforce development lifecycle by implementing automation, improving application performance, troubleshooting complex technical issues, maintaining technical documentation, and continuously evaluating emerging Salesforce capabilities, including AI-powered platform features.
  • Foster engineering excellence by mentoring team members, promoting development standards, adopting modern Salesforce capabilities, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the Agile Release Train.


What You'll Bring

Required Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience) with 7+ years of hands-on Salesforce development and administration experience.
  • Deep expertise in Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Experience, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Apex Triggers, Batch Apex, declarative development tools, and Salesforce platform architecture.
  • Strong understanding of Salesforce security, data modeling, sharing rules, REST/SOAP APIs, integration patterns, Service Cloud, and enterprise application integration using modern development practices.
  • Experience developing scalable Salesforce solutions within Agile environments, with proficiency using Jira, source control, testing methodologies, and software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices.
  • Working knowledge of JavaScript, ReactJS, Salesforce Lightning Design System (SLDS), cloud technologies including AWS and S3, and experience troubleshooting complex cross-platform application issues.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently, influence technical decisions, and partner effectively with business and technology stakeholders.


Preferred Skills
  • Experience implementing Salesforce Agentforce, Einstein AI, Generative AI capabilities, and AI-powered customer service solutions within the Salesforce ecosystem.
  • Experience designing enterprise Salesforce architectures that support highly scalable customer service, field service, and agent desktop capabilities.
  • Knowledge of cloud-native architectures, API-first integration strategies, and modern DevOps or CI/CD practices supporting Salesforce development.
  • Experience mentoring developers, providing technical leadership across Agile teams, and driving adoption of Salesforce platform best practices.


Salesforce Certifications

Candidates must possess three or more of the following Salesforce certifications:
  • Salesforce Certified Platform App Builder
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Administrator
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II
  • Salesforce Certified JavaScript Developer
  • Salesforce Certified Service Cloud Consultant
  • Salesforce Certified Agentforce Specialist
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Integration Architect

Highly Preferred Certifications
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Data Architect
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Sharing and Visibility Architect
  • Salesforce Certified Sales Cloud Consultant


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: 94684

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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11,960 employees
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1845

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