SF CPQ Architect

Job Description:

Experience: 10+ Yrs

Job Description (CPQ Architect) -

              1) Design and architect scalable Salesforce CPQ solutions aligned with business requirements.

                             Translate complex sales processes into robust CPQ configurations and workflows.

                             Define data models, integration patterns, and system dependencies across the Salesforce ecosystem.

                             Ensure compliance with architectural best practices, security policies, and platform governance.

              2) Implementation & Configuration - Lead configuration of core CPQ components:

                             Product bundles, pricing methods, discounting rules

                             Quote templates and approval workflows

                             Subscription and renewals management

                             Contract generation and amendments

                             Oversee development of custom components using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWCs), and                                            Salesforce APIs when needed.

              3) Cross-Functional Collaboration

                             Work closely with Sales, Finance, Legal, and Product teams to gather and refine requirements.

                             Partner with Salesforce Admins, Developers, Integration teams, and PMs for end-to-end delivery.

                             Conduct solution workshops, demos, and training for stakeholders and end-users.

              4) Integrations & Data

                             Architect and oversee integrations between CPQ and downstream systems (ERP, billing, order mgmt.,                product catalog).

                             Ensure high-quality data migration, data consistency, and synchronization across systems.

              5) Governance & Quality

                             Define coding standards, configuration best practices, and documentation guidelines.

                             Perform design reviews, code reviews, and QA validation of CPQ features.

                             Maintain a roadmap for CPQ enhancements, scalability improvements, and technical debt reduction.

Required Skills & Qualifications

              10+ years of Salesforce experience; 3+ years specifically in Salesforce CPQ.

              Deep expertise in:

              Product rules, pricing rules, and advanced approval logic

              Quote-to-Cash lifecycle

              Renewals, amendments, subscriptions, and billing models

Strong knowledge of:

              Sales Cloud, Service Cloud

              Apex, LWC, SOQL, Salesforce Flows

              Integration technologies (REST/SOAP APIs, middleware)

Certifications (preferred)

              Salesforce Certified CPQ Specialist

              Salesforce Certified Application Architect or System Architect

              Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I/II

              Salesforce Sales Cloud Consultant

Soft Skills

              Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

              Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement

              Ability to lead technical teams and make architectural decisions

              Experience working in Agile delivery environments