Salesforce Consultant

APN Consulting, Inc. is a progressive IT staffing and services company offering innovative business solutions to improve client business outcomes. We focus on high impact technology solutions in ServiceNow, Fullstack, Cloud & Data, and AI / ML. Due to our globally expanding service offerings we are seeking top-talent to join our teams and grow with us.Direct Client RequirementRole: Salesforce DeveloperLocation: RemoteDuration: Full Time/PermanentWork hours: 2-11 pm India hoursPosition SummaryWe are seeking a highly experienced Salesforce Developer with over 6 years of expertise, specializing in Salesforce CPQ, Apttus CLM, and Copado. The ideal candidate will hold Salesforce CPQ Specialist and Platform Developer II certifications, showcasing advanced knowledge in Salesforce development, configuration, and DevOps practices. As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will work closely with business and technical program managers, brainstorming solutions to complex requirements, mentoring junior team members, and bringing innovative ideas to the table.Key ResponsibilitiesSolution Design & Implementation- Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements and design scalable solutions leveraging Salesforce CPQ, Apttus CLM, and Salesforce platform capabilities. - Provide recommendations on using standard Salesforce features versus custom development to balance efficiency and flexibility.DevOps & Copado Expertise- Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using Copado to streamline deployment processes. - Guide teams on Copado best practices, ensuring robust version control and efficient release management.Mentorship & Leadership- Mentor junior developers, enhancing their skills in Salesforce development, CPQ configuration, and DevOps practices. - Foster a culture of continuous learning and collaboration within the team. - Proactive Innovation - Stay updated with Salesforce advancements and new technologies, identifying opportunities to improve processes and solutions. - Proactively address potential challenges with innovative solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals.Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement- Act as a trusted advisor and SME, effectively communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. - Work closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring successful delivery of Salesforce solutions.Quality Assurance & Optimization- Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to Salesforce best practices. - Continuously optimize platform performance and recommend enhancements based on business needs.Required Qualifications- Experience: 6+ years of hands-on Salesforce development experience, including Salesforce CPQ, Apttus CLM, and Copado. - Certifications: Salesforce CPQ Specialist and Platform Developer II are required.Technical Skills:- Proficient in Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Web Components (LWC), SOQL, SOSL, and REST/SOAP APIs. - Strong expertise in declarative automation with Salesforce Flow, including Screen Flows, Record-Triggered Flows, and Scheduled Flows.Preferred Qualifications- Experience with Salesforce AI features and other advanced platform capabilities. - Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies. - Exposure to Salesforce integrations using middleware tools like MuleSoft.We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences to join our team and help us build a culture of belonging.