Salesforce Data Cloud (D360) Solution Architect

• 6+ years in data solutioning or consulting roles, including 2+ years delivering Salesforce-centric solutions
• Hands-on experience with Salesforce Data Cloud (D360), including data modeling, data ingestion, harmonization, identity resolution, calculated insights, and activation
• Proven track record of at least 1 full-cycle Data Cloud implementation in production (multiple preferred)
• Familiarity with advanced patterns such as Zero Copy Data Federation, external connectors, and streaming activation
• Strong understanding of APIs, ETL/ELT tools, middleware (MuleSoft preferred), and enterprise data integration patterns
• Ability to create robust architectural blueprints ensuring scalability, cost efficiency, and security
• Experience facilitating client workshops and working closely with business and technical stakeholders
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to bridge business needs and technical design
• Upper-Intermediate English or higher; experience in Agile/Scrum delivery environments

Nice to have:

• Salesforce certifications in Data Cloud, Marketing Cloud, or Application Architect
• Exposure to Agentforce, Copilot Studio, and AI-driven Salesforce use cases
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and responsible AI principles
• Experience integrating Data Cloud with Salesforce Marketing Cloud and core CRM clouds

• Lead solution design for Salesforce Data Cloud, covering ingestion, harmonization, identity resolution, calculated insights, segmentation, and activation
• Conduct client workshops to assess data architecture, define use cases, and align solution roadmaps
• Develop integration strategies across Salesforce and external sources using batch APIs, real-time streaming, or Zero Copy Federation with Data Lakes
• Architect activation patterns for marketing and engagement platforms (e.g., Marketing Cloud, Service Cloud), ensuring performance and data integrity
• Monitor Data Cloud credit consumption and recommend cost-optimized architectural choices
• Oversee governance for security, privacy, and consent compliance (GDPR, Right-to-be-Forgotten)
• Support estimations, technical proposals, and proof-of-concept initiatives for pre-sales and solution validation
• Collaborate across architecture, engineering, and client leadership teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery
• Provide guidance and best practices to development teams to maintain standardization and scalability