George Mason University · 1 month ago
Salesforce Solution Architect
Fairfax, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelGeorge Mason University is the largest and most diverse university in Virginia, and they are seeking a Salesforce Solution Architect. This role serves as the strategic and technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing Salesforce solutions to support institutional goals in recruitment, engagement, and student success.
Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leads the design and implementation of scalable Salesforce architecture supporting multiple business units
Collaborates with institutional leaders and IT teams to define and drive Salesforce strategy, governance, and platform roadmap
Serves as the principal technical authority for Salesforce integrations, data architecture, and security
Oversees Salesforce solution design, configuration, and customization across Sales, Service, Marketing, and Education Clouds
Conducts architecture reviews to ensure solutions are robust, compliant, and aligned with enterprise standards
Provides technical leadership for developers and administrators; establishes coding, testing, and deployment best practices
Partners with project managers to ensure successful delivery of Salesforce initiatives, including scoping, resourcing, and risk management
Develops and maintains Salesforce governance processes and documentation
Leads proof-of-concepts and prototypes to evaluate emerging Salesforce features and technologies
Ensures compliance with accessibility, privacy, and security standards (including W3C, ADA, and Section 508)
Mentors team members, promotes knowledge sharing, and fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement; and
Serves as a senior member of the Salesforce Center of Excellence, advocating for platform adoption and best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Extensive experience as a Salesforce Solution Architect, Technical Lead, or Senior Developer with hands-on experience designing multi-cloud Salesforce solutions
Proven success in implementing and integrating Salesforce with other enterprise systems
Strong understanding of Salesforce configuration, customization, and integration tools (e.g., REST/SOAP APIs, Informatica, MuleSoft, or Ethos)
Deep knowledge of Salesforce platform architecture, data modeling, security, and development lifecycle management
Proficiency with release management tools such as Copado, Gearset, or Flosum
Familiarity with agile methodologies and modern DevOps practices
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
Salesforce Certified Application Architect
Salesforce Certified Integration Architect
Preferred
Salesforce Certified System Architect
Salesforce Certified OmniStudio Consultant or Developer
Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA)
Salesforce Certified Education Cloud Consultant
Prior experience in higher education or nonprofit environments
Experience managing Salesforce Marketing Cloud and Education Cloud solutions
Background integrating Salesforce with data warehouses or analytics tools (e.g., Tableau CRM)
Familiarity with OmniStudio and industry-specific data models
Ability to lead technical teams and collaborate effectively across departments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on solution quality and maintainability
Commitment to security, compliance, and accessibility standards
Ability to balance strategic vision with practical execution
Company
George Mason University
George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution.
Founded in 1957
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.68MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyVirginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-04-03Grant· $0.2M
2023-08-03Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Bassam Haddad
Director, Middle East and Islamic Studies Program
Ellen Laipson
Director, International Security Program
Recent News
2025-11-15
American Institutes for Research
2025-11-05
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