Senior Salesforce Solution Architect

An exciting career awaits you At MPC, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive work environment that embraces innovative ideas, values diverse perspectives, and promotes teamwork. Position Summary We are in search of a strategic and experienced Salesforce Solution Architect to oversee the design and implementation of effective, scalable Salesforce solutions. This influential role merges technical know-how with strategic insight to connect technology with business ambitions and Salesforce best practices. As a trusted advisor to both internal teams and clients, you will engage closely with stakeholders to clarify requirements and devise solutions. As part of the Salesforce Center of Excellence, you will have considerable influence on enterprise architecture while gaining insights into leading Salesforce technologies across various industries. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in Salesforce architecture and development, proven leadership capabilities, and the knack for translating complex concepts into understandable terms for varied audiences. This position offers extensive exposure and the ability to impact the Salesforce strategy while contributing to innovation. You will engage with enterprise-scale solutions, benefiting from ongoing training, collaboration, and the latest Salesforce tools and features, ultimately revolutionizing business operations through technology-driven customer engagement. This role encompasses a progressive range of responsibilities and skill levels. The actual title and compensation will reflect the chosen candidate's experience and qualifications. Key Responsibilities Ensure architectural governance and compliance while contributing to the establishment of guiding principles and standards. Work closely with stakeholders to guarantee solution alignment with business objectives. Assess and select the appropriate technologies, frameworks, and platforms. Analyze technology trends to inform decisions and contribute to vendor evaluations. Lead the development of end-to-end solutions fulfilling business requirements. Translate business and technical needs into well-defined solution designs. Create architectural blueprints through collaboration with product owners, defining integration methods. Guide and support development teams during implementations, managing architecture across projects and evolving the portfolio roadmaps. Architect and design Salesforce implementations for various projects or complex initiatives. Provide strategic guidance and mentorship to clients and internal Salesforce teams. Conduct discovery sessions and assess current Salesforce utilizations, generating reports, solution roadmaps, and actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to capture and prioritize functional requirements. Develop prototypes and proofs of concept to validate solutions and aid project design. Design and document robust data models related to Salesforce clouds, securing scalable solutions. Oversee configuration, testing, quality assurance, deployment, and release management processes. Assist in user story development and ensure success criteria are documented. Engage in solution reviews, recommending enhancements for performance and architecture. Act as a release manager for Salesforce environments in alignment with DevOps best practices. Support project planning, scoping, and estimation efforts alongside cross-functional teams. Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or a related field, or equivalent experience required. Minimum of 5 years of architecture experience. Preferred Salesforce Solution Architecture Track certifications. In-depth knowledge of Salesforce platform, Visualforce, and Lightning Components (LWC) required. Background in Salesforce Experience Cloud and Manufacturing Cloud is preferred. Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD processes is preferred. Experience with large-scale CRM or member services implementations and data migration activities is preferred. Experience in the oil and gas industry is a plus. Skills Agile Methodology:

Deliver projects iteratively across their lifecycle, taking incremental steps toward completion. Analytical Thinking:

Strong problem-solving abilities for identifying architectural challenges, analyzing requirements, and proposing effective solutions. Artificial Intelligence (AI):

Understanding of AI processes that simulate human intelligence for tasks such as decision-making and problem-solving. Big Data Analytics:

Knowledge of data frameworks and technologies to effectively manage large volumes of data and enable advanced analytics. Business Acumen:

Understanding of MPC’s business and industry to make decisions that align with organizational goals. Cloud Computing:

Ability to manage cloud services and develop cloud applications that match customer needs. Continuous Improvement Mindset:

Proactively seek opportunities for enhancement and value creation, both incremental and large-scale. DevSecOps:

Emphasizing security in every phase of the software development lifecycle for streamlined delivery and security-focused practices. Functional Expertise:

Strong grasp of technologies relevant to architecture, including networking, databases, and security. Internet of Things (IoT):

Familiarity with IoT concepts and implementation to promote seamless connectivity. Machine Learning:

Involves algorithms enabling computers to improve performance on tasks through data learning. Process Orchestration:

Coordination of tasks and activities in business workflows to enhance overall productivity. Solution Architecture:

Designing and detailing comprehensive solutions to meet specific business needs. Strategic Outlook:

Generate long-term plans that ensure alignment with organizational strategy and objectives. Systems Thinking:

Evaluating integrated systems to ensure compliance with specifications. Location:

Findlay, Ohio Additional locations:

San Antonio, Texas Job Requisition ID:

00017454 Location Address:

539 S Main St Employee Group:

Full-time Employee Subgroup:

Regular Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering qualified applicants without discrimination based on protected statuses as per applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please connect with our Human Resources Department. The candidate selected will enjoy a comprehensive rewards program that includes health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching, parental leave, and educational reimbursement. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment including those with arrest or conviction records, as dictated by relevant laws.