Lead, Software Development (Salesforce)

Job title: Lead, Software Development (Salesforce)

Company: Ritchie Bros

Job description: Move, Build, Grow your career!

As the premier global asset management and disposition company, Ritchie Bros. helps thousands of people around the world buy and sell heavy equipment, trucks, and other assets every month. With our multiple onsite and online selling platforms and commitment to first-class customer service, Ritchie Bros. is trusted worldwide for making buying and selling easy, efficient, fair, and transparent. If you’re an innovator with an entrepreneurial spirit, we want you to join our growing team – employed in a wide variety of positions from sales to operations to corporate functions – as we transform the global used equipment market.

Join us on our journey and move forward with us, build your success, and grow your career.

We’re looking for a Lead, Software Development (Salesforce) to join our team in Burnaby, BC.

The Opportunity:

The Lead, Software Development is responsible for leading a team of software developers in the analysis, development and ongoing support of key internal software systems at Ritchie Bros. with a specific focus on Salesforce and its related ecosystem. The Lead will work closely with the software developers under their direction as well as other team members such as QA, Business Systems Analysts, System Integrators(DevOps), Solutions Architects and Business Users to deliver high quality software and ensure that systems are operating correctly once deployed. The lead will also use their knowledge of the IT Platforms to help guide the solution and implementation of key features on the platform. The lead is also responsible for ensuring that teams are working in an efficient and effective manner and making changes to process and procedures when appropriate to address issues identified.

In this role you’ll:

Deliver high quality software efficiently

Provide technical oversight and strategy

Provide employee performance management

Write high quality, testable and easily maintainable code in a variety of languages (APEX/SOQL, Java, SQL, Javascript, HTML, CSS)

Perform code reviews and provide feedback to other development team members

Anticipate, plan and perform systems maintenance tasks

Mentor team members in technical and non-technical aspects of software development including people management and performance reviews

Assist Product Owners in turning high-level business requirements into technical tasks and lead estimation with technical teams as well as ensure a high level of communication throughout development lifecycle with external stakeholders

Assist with Project planning by providing accurate and timely estimation, updates and participating in cross team coordination and planning

Manage FTE team members through regular goal setting, annual reviews, 1 on 1 meetings and ongoing performance management and coaching

Manage contractors via 1 on 1, feedback, interviews and hiring (onboarding and offboarding)

Work with all internal technical stakeholders (QA, System Integrators, System Analysts, Solutions Architects) to ensure product quality and reliability in production environments

Development practice management

Manage Software Development activities of multiple sprint teams in an Agile workflow with Scrum, backlog grooming, retrospectives

Bridge communication gaps between technical and non-technical stakeholders either in writing or in person

Stay up to date on technical functionality, new releases and features that are both part of the platform and larger ecosystem. Able to identify opportunities to leverage those technologies for the betterment of software products and the Ritchie Bros. business

Work regular business hours onsite in Burnaby, BC

Some on-call after hours support may be required and must be available for critical production support incidents

Lifting moderately weighted computer equipment and peripherals from time to time

Actively support the RB Unreserved Commitment to Safety: to send everyone home, every day, the way they came to work, by taking personal responsibility for your safety and safety of your team, co-workers and customers.

Here’s what you bring:

Bachelor Degree/Diploma in Computer Science or related discipline

7+ years developing software in a variety of environments with a focus on Salesforce

3+ years of experience managing or leading software developers and vendors

Experience in an Agile Environment

Minimum 3+ years of specific development experience.

What We Offer:
Our success is built on the drive and dedication of our people. As we grow around the globe, there will be many opportunities to advance your career – we’ve proven this throughout our 60+ years in business. And, we’ll take care of you along the way. Here’s how:

Base salary + performance bonus

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

RRSP / Pension plan and an Employee Share Plan, both with company match

Ongoing training, professional development and tuition reimbursement

A multi-award winning LEED gold certified facility, in an exceptional park-like setting, featuring:

A subsidized, multi-award winning childcare centre

A subsidized cafeteria, dry cleaning services, and free parking

A workout facility, featuring advanced gym equipment, bike room, shower and changing facilities, and nutrition and fitness programs

Proximity to miles of Fraser River walking paths, plus shops, restaurants and services.

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Want to learn more about the company? Visit our , or connect with us today through or .

Established in 1958, Ritchie Bros. (NYSE and TSX: RBA) is a global asset management and disposition company, offering customers end-to-end solutions for buying and selling used heavy equipment, trucks and other assets. Operating in a multitude of sectors, including construction, transportation, agriculture, energy, oil and gas, mining, and forestry, the company’s selling channels include: , the world’s largest industrial auctioneer offers live auction events with online bidding; , an online marketplace with featured weekly auctions and providing its exclusive IronClad Assurance® equipment condition certification; , an online marketplace offering multiple price and timing options; , a leading European online equipment listing service; and , offering privately negotiated sales. The company also offers sector-specific solutions including , , , and Cat® auctions, plus equipment financing and leasing through . For more information about the unprecedented choice provided by Ritchie Bros., visit .

Ritchie Bros. is an equal opportunity employer and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with all applicable laws. This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Candidate selection is made by Talent Acquisition. Only electronic applications can be accepted. No agency calls, please.

Expected salary:

Location: Burnaby, BC

Job date: Sat, 23 Jan 2021 02:34:10 GMT