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Salesforce Release Engineer
Full Time, Remote
Public Trust
Referral bonus- $1,000
We are seeking a highly skilled Salesforce Release Engineer to join our team during the 2nd shift (11 AM - 8 PM EST). In this role, you will be responsible for managing and executing Salesforce release processes, ensuring smooth deployments, and maintaining system stability. You will collaborate closely with developers, administrators, and other stakeholders to optimize release pipelines and improve deployment efficiency.
Job Duties:
- Execute and manage Salesforce release processes, including changes across Sandboxes and Production environments.
- Utilize DevOps tools (e.g., Copado, Gearset, Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket) to streamline deployments and version control.
- Ensure proper CI/CD practices are followed for automated deployments.
- Troubleshoot and resolve deployment issues efficiently.
- Work closely with developers, administrators, QA teams, and business stakeholders to coordinate and execute release plans.
- Provide regular updates on release schedules, risks, and dependencies.
- Act as a key point of contact for any issues arising during the release cycle.
- Monitor Salesforce environments to ensure optimal performance post-release.
- Identify and implement improvements to deployment processes and system performance.
- Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and governance standards.
- Maintain detailed documentation for release processes, configurations, and deployment strategies.
- Advocate for and implement best practices in Salesforce DevOps and change management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related scientific/technical discipline
- 3 years of experience in Salesforce release management, DevOps, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with Salesforce deployments using CI/CD tools like Copado, Gearset, Jenkins, or Git-based workflows.
- Strong understanding of Salesforce metadata, APIs, and deployment tools.
- Proficiency in Salesforce administration and configuration.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, or PowerShell) for automation.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA or Azure DevOps.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively during the 2nd shift.
- Salesforce certifications such as Salesforce Administrator, Platform App Builder, or DevOps/Release Management certifications.
- Experience with Salesforce DX (SFDX) and package-based deployments.
- Knowledge of ITIL practices for change and release management.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance
About Semper Valens Solutions:
Semper Valens Solutions, Inc. (SVS) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Cost Effective Software and Systems Engineering, Field Support, Training and Full Life cycle Support Management to the DOD and VA community.
At Semper Valens, our vision is to remain a creative, cutting edge and cost-effective solutions provider where our shared intellect, industry experience, and technology excellence, make a positive difference in our customer's success. Our solutions help bridge the gap between IT and business prioritizations to optimize budgets, risks and operational processes.
We search for outstanding technical professionals, hiring at all levels of the experience spectrum; intermediate, journeyman and senior. Consider us for your career plan.
Semper Valens Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Semper Valens Solutions proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital/parental status, pregnancy/childbirth, or related conditions, physical or mental disability, genetic information, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active-Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Semper Valens Solutions through its online applicant system, please contact Semper Valens Solutions Human Resources Department at (830) 899-6870.
Semper Valens Solutions is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer - minorities, females, disabled, and protected veterans are urged to apply. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.
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