Software Engineer II - Salesforce

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Department: Perch Energy

Salesforce Software Engineer II

Who we are:

Perch Energy is a leading community solar servicer on a mission to make renewable energy more accessible and equitable for all. Community solar breaks down the traditional barriers preventing most people from participating in the renewable energy economy. We work in numerous states across the US to bring community solar to communities and individuals who can most benefit from a more inclusive energy system. By managing the customer experience for solar farm owners, Perch is able to bring electricity bill savings to the masses, from renters and homeowners to businesses, institutions, municipalities and more by connecting them to community solar projects in their area. Perch isn’t just a for-profit company, we’re a for-purpose company—accelerating the shift to renewables nationwide. Everyone deserves to benefit from clean energy. Everyone has a place on this Perch!

What we’re looking for:

The Perch Energy Technology team, a joint venture with Arcadia Power, is seeking an experienced Salesforce Software Engineer to join the team and be part of our mission to build an industry-leading Community Solar platform. They should have knowledge of software development and design, be a quick learner, and have passion to improve themselves by adopting new development skills. They should also be knowledgeable on best practices for application development. They should be flexible and willing to learn new programming skills and methodologies.

What you’ll do:

• Designs, develops, and maintains complex applications
• Identifies when to use configuration vs. code to solve a problem
• Develops unit tests and ensures code coverage that accurately tests business logic and functionality
• Participates in developing specifications for epics and user stories
• Solves or recommends solutions for complex issues and problems
• Documents designs, issues, solutions as needed
• Collaborates within the Agile framework, fosters a team approach to software development and delivery
• Engages in improving software delivery through DevOps and other Agile practices
• Stays current in new Salesforce and related technologies to maintain a high level of subject matter expertise.
• Writes performant code with consideration for governor limits imposed by the Salesforce Platform

What will help you succeed:

• 3+ years of building Salesforce applications (Apex, Lighting Web Components, JavaScript, and CSS) in complex environments with a primary focus on back-end development
• Knowledge of declarative development on the Salesforce platform including Flows, Formula Fields, Lightning Record Pages, etc.
• API development and integration experience
• Salesforce certifications are a plus
• Experience with Salesforce CI/CD pipelines are a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on market standards.
• We are working on a hybrid model with remote first policy
• Apart from Fixed Base Salary potential candidates are eligible for following benefits
• Flexible Leave Policy
• Office is in the heart of the city in case you need to step in for any purpose.
• Medical Insurance (1+5 Family Members)
• We provide comprehensive coverage including accident policy and life Insurance. 
• Annual performance cycle
• Quarterly team engagement activities and rewards & recognitions
• L&D programs to foster professional growth
• A supportive engineering culture that values diversity, empathy, teamwork, trust, and efficiency

Eliminating carbon footprints, eliminating carbon copies.

Here at Perch, we cultivate diversity, celebrate individuality, and believe unique perspectives are key to our collective success in creating a clean energy future. Perch is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. While we are currently unable to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates eligible to work in India.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request