Lead Solution Architect

Get started on an exciting career at Element!

Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first, then business - delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation, and we need more like-minded people on our team.

About the Role

We're looking for a strategic and technically advanced professional to join our team as Lead Solution Architect, CRM. In this role, you will oversee solution design, system integration, and guide CRM strategy. You will design and implement complex CRM architectures, optimize processes, and ensure alignment across departments. You will also drive efficiency, data integrity, and long-term system improvements while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• Develop business requirements, specifications, process flows, application design, configuration, testing processes, and release management.
• Serve as application owner for Salesforce Sales Cloud, managing incidents, requests, and system performance.
• Oversee and ensure quality delivery of enhancement work completed by external providers.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet expectations and deliver value.
• Coordinate production releases and communicate updates to business and IT leadership. Design and implement CRM architecture, including integrations and custom applications.
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement optimized solutions.
• Provide strategic input on system enhancements, integrations, and long-term improvements.
• Guide and influence CRM development priorities and execution.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (or 7 years equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years of Salesforce Force.com platform experience.
• 5+ years of software development experience across the full lifecycle.
• 5+ years of Salesforce Lead or Consultant-level experience.
• Experience designing and implementing custom applications on the Force.com platform.
• Salesforce Certified Administrator and/or Sales Cloud Consultant certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in large enterprise Salesforce environments.
• Deep understanding of Sales Cloud and Service Cloud.
• Expert knowledge of APEX, Visualforce, Salesforce APIs, and SOQL.
• Experience with data integration and third-party application integrations.
• Strong understanding of SOAP and RESTful web services, Data Loader, and Bulk APIs.
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Location: Hopkins, MN Office

The hiring base salary range for this position is 99,200 - 136,400 USD annually. Actual compensation within this range will be dependent upon the individual's knowledge, skills, experience, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. Please note that the disclosed salary range is solely for candidates hired to perform work within this geographic location. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location.

What's in it for You

• A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision-making, and accountability
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness
• Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)

Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.

Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military obligations or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to talentacquisition@elementcorp.com or call (800) 665-9744. Element Fleet Management also uses AI-assisted tools to help screen and assess applications. These tools analyze information you provide (for example, your rēsumē and screening responses) to identify job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. AI outputs do not by themselves determine whether you advance or receive an offer - they assist recruiters and hiring managers. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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