Salesforce Developer
At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!
Job Summary
B&A is looking for a Salesforce Developer to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a great team while supporting US Customs and Border Protection.
Responsibilities
- Meeting with project managers to determine CRM needs.
- Developing customized solutions within the Salesforce platform.
- Designing, coding, and implementing Salesforce applications.
- Creating timelines and development goals.
- Testing the stability and functionality of the application.
- Troubleshooting and fixing bugs.
- Writing documents and providing technical training for Salesforce staff.
- Maintaining the security and integrity of the application software.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or another relevant subject
- 5+ years of professional software development experience with a focus on user interface development within the Salesforce platform
- Salesforce Platform Developer Credential
Required Skills
- Working knowledge and experience with complex business systems integration as well as object-oriented design patterns and development
- Experience with data driven applications and relational databases
- Experience and expertise in core web technologies including HTML5, Javascript and jQuery
- Software engineering skills with Force.com Platform (Apex, VisualForce, SOQL, Unit Testing)
- Software engineering skills with Java SE & EE (Java, JSF, SQL) preferred
- Experience with Model View Controller (MVC) and Lighting Component Framework
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of relational databases, data modeling, and ETL tools
- Experience with Agile development methodologies such as XP/SCRUM
- Experience with web services (REST & SOAP, JSON & XML, etc.)
- Familiar with testing, debugging, and deploying code into multiple available environments
Desired Skills
- Experience working on Salesforce platforms or other CRM software packages (Microsoft CRM, InterAction, SalesLogix, Oracle On-Demand, SAP etc.) preferred
- Additional SalesForce Developer Credentials desired
Security Clearance
- Candidate must be eligible for a DHS (CBP) Security Clearance.
- US Citizenship required.
- Current clearance highly preferred.
More About B&A:
Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
B&A affirms its long-standing commitment to maintain a diverse workforce reflective of the communities in which it operates, strives to maintain a business culture that recognizes the contributions and interests of diverse cultural and social groups, and seeks to maximize employee efforts by understanding individual differences and perspectives.
Benefits and Programs
B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as dental, vision, life & AD&D, disability, Teladoc, accident, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.
B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:
- The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
- A formal mentorship program
- Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
- Brand Ambassador program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
- Monthly teambuilding events
- B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more
At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.
EEO
B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.
EEO is the Law
Affirmative Action Plan
As a federal government contractor and based on Executive Orders and applicable laws and regulations, B&A develops and maintains annual written Affirmative Action Plans and endeavors to hire and advance qualified minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.
