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Validates requirements, performs analysis and design for system improvements and new applications. Represents the department by leading work and providing guidance to others.

• We are seeking a Senior Salesforce DevOps Engineer with deep expertise in Salesforce development and deployment automation. This role is critical to ensuring the scalability, reliability, and efficiency of our Salesforce ecosystem. You will lead the design and implementation of DevOps practices for Salesforce, leveraging tools like Gearset to streamline CI/CD pipelines, manage version control, and enforce quality standards. 

   

  How You’ll Add Value 

  • Own and optimize the Salesforce DevOps lifecycle, including automated deployments, version control, and release management. 
  • Design and implement CI/CD pipelines using Gearset and other DevOps tools. 
  • Collaborate with Salesforce developers, architects, and business stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of features and enhancements. 
  • Establish best practices for source-driven development, branching strategies, and environment management. 
  • Monitor and improve deployment processes to reduce risk and downtime. 
  • Drive innovation by evaluating new Salesforce DevOps tools and methodologies. 

   

  Core Responsibilities 

  • Configure and maintain Gearset for automated deployments, rollback strategies, and monitoring. 
  • Integrate Salesforce with Git-based version control systems (e.g., GitHub, Bitbucket). 
  • Implement automated testing frameworks for Apex classes, triggers, and Lightning components. 
  • Manage sandbox refreshes, data seeding, and environment synchronization. 
  • Ensure compliance with Salesforce security and governance standards. 
  • Troubleshoot deployment issues and provide root cause analysis. 
  Mentor team members on DevOps best practices and tooling. 

• Required Qualifications 

  • 5+ years of Salesforce development experience (Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Web Components). 
  • 3+ years of hands-on Salesforce DevOps experience, including CI/CD pipeline design. 
  • Deep expertise in Gearset for deployment automation and monitoring. 
  • Strong knowledge of version control systems (Git) and branching strategies. 
  • Experience with Salesforce metadata management and source-driven development. 
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and working in a collaborative SDLC environment. 
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work across multiple teams. 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field. 

   

  Preferred Skills 

  • Experience with other DevOps tools (Copado, Jenkins, Azure DevOps). 
  • Knowledge of Salesforce Clouds (Sales, Service, Experience) and integrations. 
  • Understanding of automated testing frameworks and code coverage requirements. 
  • Strong communication and documentation skills. 

Act with uncompromising integrity.

Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.

Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.

Work in partnership and support each other.

Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.

Treat each other with respect and dignity.

At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.


Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.