Yale University · 1 month ago
Software Engineer 3, Salesforce Developer
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$101K/yr - $152K/yr
4+ years expYale University is seeking an experienced and innovative Software Engineer to join the Health Sciences IT Application Services team. This role focuses on Salesforce application development, platform optimization, and integration design, supporting the technology needs of the Yale School of Medicine, School of Public Health, School of Nursing, and Yale Health Plan.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and deploy custom Salesforce applications and Cloud Experience Sites, leveraging Apex, Flows, Lightning Web Components, and Visualforce to create responsive, high-performance solutions
Customize and enhance existing Salesforce environments to meet evolving business requirements and align with Yale’s IT governance standards
Lead and support the migration of legacy FileMaker and Access applications to Salesforce, designing efficient and scalable future-state architectures
Develop secure integration between Salesforce and internal/external systems using Talend, MuleSoft, Microsoft Power Automate, APIs, and other middleware technologies
Translate complex business processes into technical solutions that deliver measurable value to administrative, research, and clinical operations
Administer and optimize the Salesforce platform to ensure high availability, performance, and data integrity
Monitor system health, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive continuous improvement
Manage platform upgrades, releases, and patching while adhering to best practices in DevOps and version control
Establish and maintain robust development, testing, and deployment standards for Salesforce environments
Partner with business analysts, project managers, and product owners to design end-to-end solutions that align with strategic priorities
Participate in discovery sessions and workshops to understand business processes and recommend Salesforce-based solutions
Contribute to architectural decisions regarding platform selection (Salesforce vs. OutSystems) and integration strategy
Support data migration strategy and execution, ensuring data accuracy and security during transition to Salesforce
Provide technical mentorship to junior developers and guidance to non-technical stakeholders and partnered consultants
Create and maintain comprehensive technical and architectural documentation for all Salesforce solutions
Ensure compliance with Yale’s security, accessibility, and regulatory standards, as well as data protection requirements
Maintain transparency and traceability across project deliverables, configurations, and customizations
Collaborate with the centralized software management team on procurement, licensing, and security approvals
Partner with vendors to validate that all third-party applications meet Yale’s security and accessibility requirements, including data addenda and risk assessments
Qualification
Required
Advanced Salesforce development expertise, including Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Components, Flow, and declarative configuration
Experience with Salesforce Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and Salesforce Marketing Cloud (Journey Builder, Automation Studio, Email Studio, and data integration) is a strong plus
Experience integrating Salesforce with external systems via MuleSoft, Talend, APIs, or other ETL/middleware tools
Working knowledge of OutSystems development (Reactive Web and Mobile). Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and SQL with strong understanding of relational data modeling
Familiarity with FileMaker and MS Access systems a plus, particularly for migration and modernization projects. Strong understanding of platform administration, performance optimization, and CI/CD principles within Salesforce
Bachelor's Degree and four years of experience or equivalent education and experience
Preferred
Salesforce Certified Platform App Builder
Salesforce Certified Platform Developer
Company
Yale University
Yale University is a research and education institution that prioritizes its students.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$42.86MKey Investors
Bezos Earth FundAlfred P. Sloan FoundationHyundai Hope On Wheels
2025-10-23Grant
2025-05-21Grant· $0.05M
2023-01-01Grant· $1.27M
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Chatas
Senior Vice President for Operations
Jack Callahan
Senior Vice President for Operations
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