Slack App Developer – Integration Specialist

Forte Consulting is a leading IT consulting firm specializing in Salesforce, Cloud Solutions, and Digital Workplace Tools. We empower businesses by streamlining operations with cutting-edge technology. We are seeking a Slack App Developer with Integration Experience to build, optimize, and maintain Slack applications that enhance business workflows.

As a Slack App Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and integrating Slack applications to streamline collaboration and workflow automation. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working with Slack APIs, Bolt framework, third-party integrations, and automation tools to build interactive Slack experiences.

• Develop and deploy Slack applications and bots using Slack API, Bolt (JavaScript/Python), and Workflow Builder.
• Integrate Slack with third-party tools such as Salesforce, Jira, ServiceNow, Trello, and Asana via APIs and webhooks.
• Enhance user experience by creating modals, slash commands, interactive messages, and App Home tabs.
• Automate business workflows using Slack Workflows, App Home, and event-driven triggers.
• Implement security best practices, including OAuth authentication and permission scopes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Product, IT, and Business teams) to understand integration needs and deliver solutions.
• Troubleshoot and debug Slack applications, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability.
• Stay updated on Slack API changes, new features, and best practices to enhance app functionality.
  

✅ 5 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years working with Slack Apps and Integrations.

✅ Proficiency in Slack API and Bolt framework (JavaScript/Python) or other frameworks.

✅ Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, WebSockets, OAuth, and authentication mechanisms.

✅ Experience integrating Slack with third-party tools like Salesforce, Jira, Confluence, GitHub, or ServiceNow.

✅ Proficiency in one or more programming languages: JavaScript (Node.js), Python, or TypeScript.

✅ Experience with cloud-based solutions, including AWS Lambda or Google Cloud Functions.

✅ Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases for managing app-related data.

✅ Understanding of security best practices in API integrations and data handling.

✅ Hands-on experience with Slack Block Kit, App Manifest, and workflow automation.

✅ Strong problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills.

⭐ Experience with AI-powered chatbots and NLP tools (e.g., OpenAI, Dialogflow) for Slack interactions.

⭐ Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring tools.

⭐ Experience working with enterprise collaboration tools and workflows.

⭐ Contributions to open-source Slack apps or community projects.

✔ Total Experience: 5 years in development, including 3 years working with Slack, Python, and AWS.