Job Summary:
The Division of Continuing Studies (DCS) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is expanding its use of Salesforce to support new initiatives, including the implementation of a new noncredit registration system. We are seeking a Salesforce Admin/Developer to join our CRM team and help lead the transition to a Blackthorn-based Salesforce solution for noncredit course and conference registration. This is an exciting opportunity to be the CRM team's first developer, bringing technical expertise to enhance our Salesforce capabilities.
In addition to this first project, the role may contribute to other Salesforce initiatives across DCS. You will collaborate with stakeholders to configure, develop, and support Salesforce solutions that enhance the learner experience and meet the evolving business needs of DCS programs.
Certification as a Salesforce Administrator is expected within 3 months of hire.
Responsibilities:
Designs, develops, tests, debugs, operates, and troubleshoots software and applications to support information technology business operations.
- 30% Reviews application design specifications, codes new applications, and makes enhancements to existing applications
- 5% Tests and debugs programs, and prepares systems test data
- 10% Prepares program documentation and training requirements
- 10% Develops or modifies technical specifications for moderately-complex projects using disciplined software development practices
- 5% Prepares detailed system design specifications for system integration and upgrades
- 15% Maintains and troubleshoots applications, systems, or websites
- 5% Implements data structure and systems performance strategies
- 10% Designs, maintains, and monitors data integration configurations
- 10% Provides system administrator support, including user management/security, configuration changes, data management, and user support
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Education:
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- Comprehensive understanding of Salesforce platform capabilities, including declarative configuration, security, and data management, with a proven ability to design and implement scalable Salesforce-based solutions.
- 2+ years of experience as a software developer, including writing custom code and scripts, developing automation processes, and managing the development lifecycle.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Salesforce Platform Developer 1 Certification
- Salesforce Administrator Certification
- 2+ years of experience with Salesforce development
- Experience integrating Salesforce with other systems using APIs or middleware (e.g. Informatica, MuleSoft)
- Experience with administrator-level responsibilities in enterprise software systems
- Experience as an employee of a large institution of higher education working with a variety of institutional stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
Remote work aligned with Central Time is welcome, as the DCS Salesforce Team already works remotely. Note that the employee may be invited to rare (no more than once per year) on-site events, traveling at their own expense.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $65,499 Maximum $121,735 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional/supervisor references as a part of the application process. References will not be contacted without prior notice. Please ensure your resume and cover letter address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position.
Contact:
Zachary Yafai
zyafai@wisc.edu
608-262-3282
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Software Engineer/Developer II(IT003)
Department(s):
A93-DIVN OF CONTINUING STUDIES/ADMIN & FINANCE/ADMIN GEN
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
307624-AS
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