Salesforce Solution Architect

Salesforce Solution Architect
About the RoleAs a
Salesforce Solution Architect, you will make an impact by defining and delivering end-to-end Salesforce solutions that align with business strategy and enterprise-wide technology standards. You will be a valued member of our Salesforce practice and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, enterprise architects, development teams, and program leadership to ensure the successful delivery of complex, scalable Salesforce implementations
with a strong focus on Financial Services Cloud (FSC) and industry clouds.
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.
In this role, you will:
Lead end-to-end Salesforce architecture
across the Salesforce Platform, Service Cloud, Financial Services Cloud (FSC), and industry clouds — including mapping out-of-the-box solutions to business requirements within Salesforce FSC Claims.
Design and deliver scalable, best-practice solutions
leveraging Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flows, Integration APIs, Platform Events, and Salesforce-native capabilities.
Architect enterprise integrations
using REST/SOAP APIs, MuleSoft, middleware, and event-driven patterns, ensuring seamless connectivity across the technology landscape.
Establish governance frameworks, including data architecture, security models, DevOps strategies, and deployment pipelines, to underpin reliable and compliant solution delivery.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship
to development and delivery teams, while conducting architecture reviews, technical assessments, and solution design workshops with both internal and client stakeholders.
Work ModelWe believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements,
this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
What You Need to Have to Be Considered
Proven experience as a
Salesforce Solution Architect
or Senior Technical Lead, with a strong track record of delivering end-to-end Salesforce implementations at enterprise scale.
Deep hands-on expertise with
Salesforce Financial Services Cloud (FSC), Service Cloud, and Salesforce Platform — including FSC Claims, data models, and industry-specific configuration.
Demonstrated ability to design and build
integrations
using REST/SOAP APIs, MuleSoft, middleware technologies, and event-driven architecture patterns.
Strong command of
Salesforce development technologies, including Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flows, and Platform Events, with the ability to evaluate build-vs-configure trade-offs.
Experience establishing
data architecture, security models, DevOps practices, and deployment strategies
for complex Salesforce programs, including governance and compliance considerations.
These Will Help You Stand Out
Active
Salesforce certifications, such as Salesforce Certified Application Architect, System Architect, or CTA (Certified Technical Architect).
Experience working in or architecting solutions for the
Financial Services or Insurance
industry, particularly in claims or policy management domains.
Familiarity with
enterprise architecture frameworks
(e.G., TOGAF) and the ability to translate architectural decisions into executive-level communication.
Proven ability to lead
solution design workshops
and technical assessments with both business and IT stakeholders in large-scale transformation programs.
Experience in a
consulting or professional services
environment, working across multiple client engagements simultaneously.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other CompensationThe annual salary for this position is between
$138K - $160K
depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
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