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Senior Salesforce Data Engineer

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 7–9+ years of experience in Data Engineering
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
  • Proven track record delivering large-scale Salesforce data migration, integration, and transformation projects
  • Ability to translate complex data structures and technical concepts into business-friendly insights for stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Build scalable ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest, transform, and synchronize large datasets into Salesforce
  • Conduct deep-dive data analysis using SQL, Python, DBAmp to identify data quality issues, trends, and anomalies
  • Design, optimize, and maintain Salesforce standard and custom objects
  • Implement automated data quality controls, deduplication processes, and data cleansing frameworks

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Communication

About the company

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First Advantage

Human Resources Services

First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA) delivers comprehensive background check solutions and insights that enable employers and housing providers to make confident choices, reduce risk, and maintain compliance. With offices in 29 locations and a staff of 6,400+ employees, First Advantage leverages leading technology and the industry’s largest global capabilities to complete background checks in 200+ countries and territories. If you’re looking for employee or tenant background check solutions that enable fast and reliable decision making, we’re your First Advantage. For more detailed information on First Advantage products and services, visit fadv.com. Join Our Team! At First Advantage, people are at the heart of everything we do. From our customers and partners to our greatest asset — our team members. Operating with empathy and compassion, First Advantage fosters a global inclusive workforce devoted to the diverse voices that make up our talent and products. Our team members empower each other to be their authentic selves and treat all with respect, integrity, and fairness. Say hello to a rewarding career and come join a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to some of the most recognized Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands. Explore career opportunities at fadv.com/careers/

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryHuman Resources Services
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Key Responsibilities

Salesforce Data Engineering & Analysis

Pipeline Architecture

  • Build scalable ETL/ELT pipelines to ingest, transform, and synchronize large datasets into Salesforce.
  • Design integration solutions between Salesforce and enterprise applications using modern APIs and middleware platforms.

Advanced Analytics

  • Conduct deep-dive data analysis using SQL, Python, DBAmp to identify data quality issues, trends, and anomalies.
  • Develop data-driven insights that support business operations and strategic initiatives.

Data Modelling

  • Design, optimize, and maintain Salesforce standard and custom objects.
  • Create scalable data models that support reporting, analytics, and business intelligence requirements.

Data Governance

  • Implement automated data quality controls, deduplication processes, and data cleansing frameworks.
  • Enforce data governance, security, compliance, and retention policies across Salesforce platforms.

Performance Optimization

  • Monitor and optimize data integration processes, APIs, and Salesforce data operations.
  • Improve system scalability and data processing efficiency.

Required Tools & Technical Skillset

Salesforce Ecosystem

Data Management

  • Salesforce Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Data Cloud
  • Data Loader
  • Bulk API 2.0
  • Platform Events
  • Change Data Capture (CDC)

Querying & Development

  • Expert-level SOQL and SOSL
  • Apex programming and Apex collections
  • Salesforce REST and SOAP APIs

Security & Architecture

  • Deep understanding of Salesforce Data Model and Schema
  • Salesforce Shield (Data Encryption)
  • Role Hierarchies, Sharing Rules, Permission Sets, and Data Security best practices

Core Data Engineering & Analytics

Languages

  • Expert-level SQL
  • Proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy) for data analysis and transformation

Data Warehousing & Integration

  • Snowflake
  • BigQuery
  • Oracle Database
  • SQL Server
  • Data integration and ETL/ELT frameworks

BI & Analytics Tools

  • Power BI
  • Tableau
  • Salesforce CRM Analytics

DevOps & Methodology

Tools

  • Git
  • GitHub
  • GitLab

Process

  • CI/CD deployment pipelines
  • Agile/Scrum development methodologies
  • DataOps and DevOps best practices

Qualifications & Experience

Experience

  • 7–9+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Salesforce Data Architecture, Data Integration, or CRM Data Management.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.

Problem Solving

  • Proven track record delivering large-scale Salesforce data migration, integration, and transformation projects.

Communication

  • Ability to translate complex data structures and technical concepts into business-friendly insights for stakeholders.

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First Advantage is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace and recruitment process that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions at First Advantage are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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