About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Salesforce Lead Architect – Marketing Cloud & Data Cloud who possesses strong expertise in Salesforce Marketing Cloud (SFMC) and Data Cloud. In this role, you will collaborate closely with client stakeholders to understand their marketing objectives and use cases, while shaping Salesforce solutions and leading solution design throughout the delivery lifecycle. The ideal candidate will offer robust Salesforce architecture and consulting experience, complemented by hands-on exposure to Salesforce Marketing Cloud Next implementations, as well as excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
Ready to apply for roles like this?
Unlock the company name and direct application link. Subscribers get instant access to fresh jobs across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh, many with visa support.
Unlock employer & apply directly
Responsibilities
- Lead client conversations to understand marketing objectives, business requirements, and key use cases.
- Conduct discovery and requirements-gathering workshops with business, marketing, and technology stakeholders.
- Translate marketing requirements and use cases into scalable Salesforce solutions across Marketing Cloud Next and Data Cloud.
- Design and architect solutions to ensure alignment with business objectives and Salesforce best practices.
- Provide architectural and functional leadership throughout the Salesforce delivery lifecycle.
- Own and manage the backlog, which includes requirements, user stories, priorities, and acceptance criteria.
- Collaborate closely with offshore development and delivery teams to ensure effective implementation.
- Serve as a key point of contact between client stakeholders and delivery teams.
- Support solution reviews and key design decisions during implementation.
- Communicate complex Salesforce solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Qualifications
Skills and Experience
- 12+ years of Salesforce experience, with a strong focus on Salesforce Marketing Cloud (SFMC) and Data Cloud.
- Minimum of 2+ years as a Solution Architect or Lead Consultant.
- Experience with at least one Salesforce Marketing Cloud Next implementation project.
- Deep understanding of marketing objectives, customer journeys, and marketing use cases.
- Proven track record in leading client conversations, discovery sessions, and requirements workshops.
- Strong background in Salesforce solution design and architecture.
- Familiarity with backlog ownership and Agile delivery methodologies.
- Experience in coordinating with offshore development teams.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and consulting capabilities.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior client stakeholders.
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of other Salesforce Clouds, including Sales Cloud and Service Cloud.
- Relevant Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Data Cloud, or architecture certifications.
- Experience in delivering large-scale Salesforce transformation programs.
- Familiarity with working in distributed or international delivery teams.
- **Arabic and English language skills are highly desirable.
