Salesforce Program Architect

About Gruve Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. We specialize in cybersecurity, customer experience, cloud infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well-funded early-stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks. About the Role: Gruve Customer Experience business is looking for a talented salesforce developer working in Seoul, Korea. As a Salesforce Program Architect at Gruve, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining customized Salesforce solutions that align with business needs. You will collaborate closely with project managers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge Salesforce projects, leverage innovative technologies, and contribute to the growth of a rapidly evolving organization. What You'll Do: Team Leadership: Lead and mentor project team members assigned to your programs, including task allocation, technical guidance, and input on their growth and performance. Technical Ownership: Set the overall Salesforce architecture and development standards across Apex, LWC, integrations, and declarative automation. Delivery Management: Own end-to-end delivery of Salesforce projects, managing scope, timelines, resourcing, and technical risk. Solution Design: Translate complex business requirements into robust solution designs and guide the team through implementation. Integration Strategy: Define and oversee integration patterns between Salesforce and external systems using REST/SOAP APIs and middleware. Code Quality & Governance: Establish code review, testing, and release management practices to ensure reliability and maintainability. Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients and internal leadership, communicating progress, trade-offs, and recommendations. Continuous Improvement: Drive adoption of Salesforce best practices and new platform capabilities across the team Basic Qualifications 15+ years of experience in enterprise software or CRM development, including 10+ years of hands-on Salesforce experience. 5+ years of experience leading or managing development teams. Deep expertise in Apex, LWC, API integration, and Salesforce declarative tools such as Flows and approval processes. Proven track record of delivering large-scale Salesforce implementations end to end. Preferred Qualifications Experience in client-facing delivery or consulting environments. Strong background in data migration strategy and tools within the Salesforce ecosystem. Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Automotive industry project experience is a plus. Business-level English communication skills. Certifications Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I & II Salesforce Certified Application Architect or System Architect (Technical Architect preferred) Salesforce Certified Administrator Why Gruve At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Gruve is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.