Senior Programmer (2 of 2)

The Senior Programmer is responsible for the design, development, and support of Salesforce solutions in the Office of Advancement, including Affinaquest’s Advancement RM application and associated Salesforce solutions that aid the Office of Advancement in meeting its goals. Responsible for designing and delivering custom features, reports and data extraction, client dashboards, and integrations with third-party applications. Teams up with business analysts and project managers to gather and analyze requirements. Creates and maintains technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user guides. Assists with data imports as needed. Keeps up to date with the latest Salesforce technologies and best practices for fundraising purposes.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Expert knowledge of Object-Oriented programming.
2. Experience with database design concepts and use of SOQL, SOSL, and SQL.
3. Experience with Salesforce API and Web Services (REST/SOAP/Bulk).
4. Experience with environment management, release management, code versioning, deployment methodologies, and CI/CD tools.
5. Experience leading activities on structured team development projects.
6. Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical clients.
7. Ability to select, adapt, and effectively use a variety of programming methods and practice Agile software development methodologies.
8. Ability to recognize and recommend needed changes in user and operations procedures including participation in code reviews.
9. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Required Education and/or Experience

1. Proficiency in coding languages, preferably SQL and XHTML.
2. 5 years of application development or relevant technology experience.
3. Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience in a higher education technology environment, especially with Affinaquest or Salesforce.
2. Proficiency with tools such as Informatica and Apsona for Salesforce.
3. Salesforce developer certifications are highly desirable.

Compensation Information

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Note

Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.

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