Senior Application Programming Developer

About Us:

Sophos is a cybersecurity leader defending 600,000 organizations globally with an AI-driven platform and expert-led services. Sophos meets organizations wherever they are in their security maturity and grows with them to defeat cyberattacks. Its solutions combine machine learning, automation, and real-time threat intelligence with frontline human expertise from Sophos X-Ops to deliver advanced, 24/7 threat monitoring, detection, and response.

Sophos offers industry-leading managed detection and response (MDR) alongside a comprehensive portfolio of cybersecurity technologies, including endpoint, network, email, and cloud security, extended detection and response (XDR), identity threat detection and response (ITDR), and next-gen SIEM. Together with expert advisory services, these capabilities help organizations proactively reduce risk and respond faster, with the visibility and scalability needed to stay ahead of evolving threats.

Sophos goes to market with a global partner ecosystem, including Managed Service Providers (MSPs), Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), resellers and distributors, marketplace integrations, and cyber risk partners, giving organizations the flexibility to choose trusted relationships when securing their business. Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K.

What You Will Do:

• Design and develop enterprise-grade applications and solutions on the Salesforce platform, including configuration, customization, and integration.
• Build and present proof-of-concept applications to demonstrate feasibility and address business challenges identified by stakeholders and product owners.
• Analyze complex business and functional requirements; design scalable, maintainable, and high-performance applications following industry best practices.
• Lead estimation efforts for complex development projects and track progress against defined milestones.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of business problems using data and testing frameworks; evaluate and document test results to support quality assurance efforts.
• Create and maintain testing scripts and documentation for ongoing quality and reproducibility.
• Plan, coordinate, and lead assignments related to Salesforce application development across cross-functional teams.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using Apex and related Salesforce development tools; manage project timelines and deliverables.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and code reviews for junior developers; assist with training and task delegation.
• Act as a technical consultant to IT leadership and user groups on Salesforce capabilities, limitations, and best practices.
• Participate in requirement-gathering sessions, stakeholder meetings, and daily Agile scrum calls for sprint planning and progress updates.
• Lead the resolution of complex technical issues, review peer code contributions, and document implementation frameworks and changes for future reference.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or closely related technical field (or foreign degree equivalent) and 5 years of experience with application development.
• At least 5 years of experience with Salesforce.com (SFDC) configuration and customization and CRM development.
• At least 5 years of experience with Apex programming language, Web Services Description Language (WSDL) and RESTful APIs.
• At least 5 years of experience using Maven, Ant, Jenkins, and GitHub for CI/CD and version control.
• At least 5 years of experience with Agile development methodologies and JIRA.
• At least 5 years of experience with Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles, data structures and algorithms.

Compensation:

In the United States, the base salary for this role ranges from $156,998 to $184,000. In addition to base salary, the role is eligible for bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's specific pay within this range will depend on a variety of factors, including job-related skills, training, location, experience, relevant education, certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What's Great About Sophos?

• Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the jurisdiction where the position is posted, without requiring employer sponsorship.
• Our people: we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit.
• Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy.
• Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities.
• Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint.
• Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp.
• Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge.
• Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing.