Software Engineering - Salesforce Developer
at Kestra Financial

ABOUT US:

Kestra Holdings offers industry-leading wealth management platforms for independent wealth management professionals nationwide. With an innovative culture that celebrates independence, the company seeks to redefine the future of the advisory industry through superior service, cutting-edge technology, and preeminent resources that every financial professional needs to succeed in the market now and in the years to come.

Kestra Holdings companies collectively oversee $123 billion in assets under administration (AUA) and support more than 2,400+ independent financial professionals across the country in delivering comprehensive securities, trust, and investment advisory services to their clients. Located in the “Silicon Hills” of Austin, Texas, Kestra Holdings offers an experience as unique as the city in which it operates.

SUMMARY:

Kestra is seeking a Salesforce Developer to join our growing Salesforce team supporting all Kestra Holdings channels. This role is ideal for someone early in their Salesforce development career who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a high-impact Salesforce transformation initiative.

In this position, you will work under the guidance of senior developers and architects to help build scalable, efficient solutions on the Salesforce platform. You’ll gain hands-on experience with Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flows, and integrations, while developing best practices in a collaborative, Agile environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:

1. Assist in developing high-quality, scalable, and reusable code and configurations in Salesforce features using Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flows, and related technologies.
2. Perform data migrations using tools like Data Loader or third-party applications.
3. Collaborate with senior developers and architects to design and implement solutions that align with business requirements.
4. Support ongoing Salesforce projects, enhancements, and day-to-day platform maintenance.
5. Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and bug fixes under supervision.
6. Perform basic data migration tasks using tools like Data Loader.
7. Help create and maintain technical documentation, including user stories, test cases, and deployment notes.
8. Learn and follow DevOps practices including version control (Git) and CI/CD processes.
9. Stay current with Salesforce platform updates, new features, and best practices.
10. Show initiative and curiosity to expand knowledge of Salesforce development and enterprise systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR ABILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have the following skills and abilities:

1. Foundational understanding of Salesforce architecture and core development tools (e.g., Apex, SOQL, LWC, Flows, VisualForce, etc).
2. Exposure to Salesforce development via internships, coursework, or previous roles.
3. Strong problem-solving skills and a growth mindset.
4. Ability to work collaboratively and take direction in a team environment.
5. Familiarity with REST APIs, Git, or CI/CD tooling is a plus.
6. Clear and effective verbal and written communication.
7. Passion for high-quality solutions and continuous improvement.
8. Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.
9. Self-motivated with a sense of ownership and accountability.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
2. 1-3 years of hands-on Salesforce development experience in enterprise environments (including internships or personal projects).
3. Experience with Sales Cloud and Service Cloud.
4. Exposure to Agile or Scrum methodologies is a bonus.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

1. Required: Salesforce Administrator (or commitment to earn within 3–6 months of joining).
2. Preferred: Salesforce App Builder or Platform Developer I certifications.

PHYSICAL DEMAND: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time in an office environment well lit.
2. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
3. Position is located in Austin, TX office. Must be able to work in the office during scheduled work hours.

INTERNAL APPLICANT POLICY:

Internal applicants must be in good standing and have a minimum of 1 year of service with Kestra. Internal applicants must also have a minimum of 1 year service in current role unless approved by EVP.

BENEFITS:

Full health, vision, dental. 401(k) plans along with a host of voluntary plans such as car insurance, legal services and more.

DISCLOSURE

By applying to a job at Kestra Financial, Inc., you are agreeing to the following statements:

1. You acknowledge that if hired, Kestra Financial, Inc. may, obtain and use background information concerning your credit, character, general reputation, personal characteristics, work habits, performance and experience for evaluation for your potential employment.
2. It is the policy of Kestra Financial to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Kestra Financial prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.

KESTRA VALUES:

1. Our Mission is Powering Financial Independence, enabling the growth and success of investing clients and the advisors who serve them. We do that by living our values: SERVE, MAKE IT HAPPEN, and ONE TEAM.