Western Governors University

Systems Engineer II- Salesforce

Western Governors University$95K — $143K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 3 years of experience as a Salesforce.com administrator
  • Salesforce.com Certification
  • Experience with Apex and Visual Force development methodologies
  • Experience with Salesforce API and SOQL.

Responsibilities

  • Administer Salesforce environment ensuring user access and training.
  • Manage and perform Salesforce deployments, including rollback/recovery plans.
  • Resolve Salesforce issues through the university's ticketing system.
  • Review developer code and deployment packages for adherence to best practices.
  • Ensure data integrity and proper backups of Salesforce data.
  • Create and maintain documentation for Salesforce systems and procedures.
  • Mentor less experienced Salesforce administrators and participate in related projects.

Benefits

  • Bonus eligibility based on performance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible paid time off and sick leave policies
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
  • Discounted tuition for further education
  • Flexible spending account options
  • Wide array of additional coverage options, including legal and identity theft.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The System Engineer II reports to the Senior Manager, Software Engineer. The primary focus of this position is to administer the salesforce.com environment ensuring users have access and training. The position will also assist in maintaining the customization portion of salesforce.com. Must understand basic system standardized tasks and will apply them under close supervision of management.

Job Duties
Performs system administration, configuration, and support for Salesforce.

Manages and performs all Salesforce deployments.

Ensures proper deployment rollback/recovery plan exist at all times.

Resolves any Salesforce issues submitted into the university's ticketing systems.

Reviews developer code and Salesforce deployment packages to ensure best practices and procedures are adhered to.

Ensures proper backups of Salesforce data are retained for disaster recovery.

Creates and maintains documentation for the Salesforce infrastructure systems, policies, and procedures.

Refreshes development 'sandboxes'/orgs regularly.

Maintains data integrity in all Salesforce orgs.

Works closely with Salesforce admins, associate admins, managers, and developers to resolve system issues.

Participates in and serves as a resource for any Salesforce related projects.

Provides mentoring to less experienced Salesforce administrators.

Understands when to use declarative instead of programmatic solutions.

Knows when to use the right solutions and automations to solve business problems.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
KSAs
Knowledge of both Sales and Service cloud applications

Intermediate to advanced spreadsheet and data manipulation abilities

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Exchange and Outlook

Ability to assist management with vetting, selecting, and implementing new Salesforce related technology solutions

Self-starter with a strong ability to use initiative and work autonomously under tight commercially sensitive deadlines

Ability to serve as go-to for escalated issues

Understanding of integrations to external systems

Up-to-date knowledge of latest releases in Salesforce (Lightning, Process Builder, etc.)

Ability to work well in a team environment

Strong oral and written communication skills

Solid technical and problem solving skills

Ability to plan and meet schedules and deadlines

Ability to keep management appropriately informed of area activities and of any significant problems

Ensures that company policies and procedures are closely followed

Ability to establish good working relationships and communication with clients and co-workers. Can promptly address any problems and resolve effectively.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field

3 years of experience as a Salesforce.com administrator

Salesforce.com Certification

Experience with Apex and Visual Force development methods

Experience with Salesforce API

Experience with SOQL (Salesforce Object Query Language)

Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is the discretion of the hiring manager.
Preferred Qualifications
Systems Administration experience

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

This position requires occasional travel of up to 20%, including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences, visits to company locations, and other business-related events as needed. Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements.

Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

About Western Governors University

Western Governors University (WGU) is a private, nonprofit online university based in Salt Lake City, Utah. The university was founded by 19 U.S. governors in 1997 with a mission to expand access to higher education. WGU offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business, information technology, education, and healthcare. The university is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and has been recognized by the White House as an example of excellence in education innovation. WGU has a competency-based learning model, which allows students to progress through their coursework at their own pace based on their mastery of the material.
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