Salesforce Solution Architect

KIPP Foundation

. Serve as the primary technical authority for KIPP Foundation’s Salesforce platforms .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $155,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Salesforce architecture, including Experience Cloud, Data Cloud, and NPSP, while effectively translating enterprise technology strategies into actionable roadmaps. Proficient in designing scalable solutions, managing data governance, and leading integrations across various platforms.

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Salesforce Architecture ExpertiseApex ProgrammingSalesforce Certified Application ArchitectSalesforce Certified Platform Developer IIExperience Cloud Development

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Hard Skills

Salesforce APIsLWCSOQL/SOSLEvent-Driven IntegrationsData ModelingMigration PlanningPlatform OptimizationAI-Driven Workflow AutomationDeployment AutomationTechnical Oversight

Soft Skills

Stakeholder ManagementCommunication SkillsStrategic Translation

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceAzureSQL ServerAgentforceEinstein AIEinstein CopilotPrompt BuilderChange Data CaptureMiddleware PatternsExperience Cloud Portals

Certifications & Qualifications

Salesforce Certified Application ArchitectSalesforce Certified Platform Developer IISalesforce Certified Data ArchitectSalesforce Certified Integration ArchitectSalesforce Certified Nonprofit Cloud Consultant

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit Best PracticesData Governance StandardsCapacity PlanningPerformance TuningTechnical-Debt Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudSOAPSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary technical authority for KIPP Foundation’s Salesforce platforms
Own platform strategy, enterprise solution design, and delivery across KIPP’s national Salesforce ecosystem
Design and implement scalable Salesforce solutions aligned with enterprise technology strategy
Architect integrations across Salesforce, Azure, SQL Server, and third-party systems using REST/SOAP/Bulk APIs, Platform Events, Change Data Capture, and middleware patterns
Define API standards, security controls, and monitoring practices
Provide technical oversight, architecture review, and code review for contractors and consulting partners
Own the Salesforce platform roadmap, org strategy, sandbox and environment management, security model, data architecture, deployment processes, and release management
Establish data governance standards for data modeling, data quality, master data management, and platform best practices
Monitor platform health through capacity planning, license optimization, performance tuning, and technical-debt management
Apply Salesforce Well-Architected Framework principles
Own KIPP’s Salesforce NPSP architecture, including donor and constituent data models, fundraising workflows, engagement automation, and nonprofit best practices
Lead the migration strategy from NPSP to Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud
Define nonprofit-specific customization standards
Serve as hands-on architect and principal developer
Make architectural decisions between declarative and programmatic solutions
Lead standards for code architecture, trigger frameworks, CI/CD, source control, deployment automation, testing, and release management
Act as primary escalation point for production issues and Zendesk escalations
Design and implement Agentforce, Einstein AI, Einstein Copilot, and prompt engineering solutions with responsible AI guardrails
Architect Data Cloud strategies for unified profiles, audience segmentation, AI-driven personalization, and real-time activation
Design Experience Cloud portals, communities, and self-service solutions using LWC, personalization, and mobile-responsive practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of enterprise technology experience
3+ years specifically in a Salesforce Architect or Lead Developer role
Deep Salesforce architecture expertise across Experience Cloud, Data Cloud, NPSP, and Nonprofit Cloud
Strong understanding of scalability, governor limits, and enterprise solution design
Expert proficiency in Apex, LWC, Flows, SOQL/SOSL, Salesforce APIs, and event-driven enterprise integrations
Experience with LDV strategies, data modeling, migration planning, platform optimization, and Salesforce Well-Architected Framework principles
Hands-on experience with Agentforce, Einstein AI, Einstein Copilot, Prompt Builder, and AI-driven workflow automation
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to translate strategy into technical roadmaps
Required Salesforce Certified Application Architect or System Architect certification
Required Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II certification
Preferred Salesforce Certified Data Architect, Integration Architect, or Nonprofit Cloud Consultant certification
Full-time work in the United States required
Ability to travel up to 5% (up to 10 days per year)

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 holidays
18 additional flexible PTO days (increases to 23 days for years 3 and 4 and to 28 days for years 5+)
100% paid parental leave
100% coverage of the premium for employee medical/dental/vision plans
75% coverage of the premium for employee + family medical/dental/vision plans
Wellness benefits, including fitness reimbursements, discounted tickets to theme parks/attractions, backup care support for children and adults/elders, and employee assistance program
401(k) retirement plan with 4% match
Employer-sponsored legal plans
Life/disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Remote office full-time option
Up to 5% travel expectations