Senior Salesforce Developer

The Wharton School

. Identify business requirements and manage requirements .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesSenior💰 $84,961 - $116,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Salesforce administration, including custom object creation, user management, and security configurations. Proficient in leading technology projects, managing stakeholder collaboration, and driving user adoption while implementing continuous improvements.

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Salesforce Administration ExperienceSalesforce Administrator CertificationSalesforce Platform App Builder CertificationSalesforce Platform Developer I CertificationProficiency in Salesforce Flow Builder

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Hard Skills

Salesforce ConfigurationApex ProgrammingFlow BuildingComplex Workflow CreationData ManagementProcess DesignTestingPrototypingSystem AuditsSecurity Model Design

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilitiesProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder CollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceSalesforce Flow BuilderJiraGearset

Certifications & Qualifications

Salesforce Administrator CertificationSalesforce Platform App Builder CertificationSalesforce Platform Developer I CertificationSalesforce Experience Cloud Consultant Certification

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationOpportunity ManagementQuote-to-CashRevenue ManagementSales Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify business requirements and manage requirements
Perform functional design, prototyping, process design, testing, and training
Define support procedures and lead work streams
Support Salesforce implementations for sales processes, opportunity management, quote-to-cash, and revenue management
Lead strategic planning and implementation of technology projects using Salesforce and related tools
Architect and configure Salesforce solutions using Flow, Lightning Web Components, and Apex
Integrate Salesforce with information management systems
Design security models and manage users, profiles, roles, and permission sets
Implement Salesforce Shield security measures
Lead system maintenance, upgrades, and documentation
Analyze system measurements and identify improvement opportunities
Drive user adoption, value realization, and return on investment
Collaborate with Wharton Computing, Finance & Administration, and business stakeholders
Develop proofs of concept/value for innovative tools and features
Manage vendor partnerships and conduct system audits
Stay current with Salesforce features and functionality
Recommend continuous system and process improvements
Execute additional strategic responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of Salesforce work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
Salesforce Administrator certification required
Salesforce Platform App Builder certification required
Salesforce Platform Developer I certification required
Hands-on Salesforce administration experience, including custom object creation, permissions, and data management
Proficiency building flows with Salesforce Flow Builder or similar tools
Experience creating complex workflows and automated processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills
Ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities
Additional Salesforce Experience Cloud Consultant certification preferred
Comfortable writing Apex
At least one year of experience with the EDA data model preferred
Experience using Jira preferred
Experience with Gearset preferred
Experience in Higher Education preferred
Quarterly night or weekend hours may be required for major deployments or feature releases
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
Pre-tax or Roth retirement savings options
Investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
Substantial time away from work
Long-term care insurance
Wellness and work-life programs and resources
Professional and personal development resources
Access to University libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, cultural and recreational activities
Discounts and special services on arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, goods, and services
Flexible work options, including non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures
Forgivable home ownership loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses, up to two adoptions in the household