Job Description

Technical Architect (Salesforce / Alibaba Cloud)

Department: Aquiva Labs

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: APAC

We are seeking a Technical Architect to define and govern the end-to-end architecture phase for a Salesforce migration to Alibaba Cloud. This role is critical in ensuring platform scalability, compliance with China-specific constraints, and successful deployment of Salesforce and Kaptio components within the Alibaba Cloud ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Define target architecture for Salesforce on Alibaba Cloud, including integrations and data flows
• Lead design of migration approach, including metadata, data, and integration layers
• Architect deployment of Kaptio API and service layer within Alibaba Cloud infrastructure
• Ensure compatibility of Salesforce managed packages within the target environment
• Define integration patterns (event-driven, asynchronous) for cross-border and in-country systems
• Govern technical design decisions and ensure alignment with performance and security requirements
• Collaborate with client’s infrastructure and middleware teams related to Alibaba Cloud

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 8+ years of Salesforce architecture experience (Application or Technical Architect level)
• Deep knowledge of Salesforce platform (Apex, integrations, data model, security).
• Proven experience designing and delivering complex system integrations
• Experience with large-scale data migration and platform transformation
• Hands-on experience with Salesforce on Alibaba Cloud
• Familiarity with China-specific constraints (ICP, firewall, latency, banned services)

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with complex managed packages and ISV architectures
• Experience with high-volume transactional systems (e.g., booking, payments)
• Travel & Hospitality domain experience (booking, reservations, pricing, inventory)

Skills & Qualifications

• Fluent in Mandarin and English (strongly preferred)
• Strong system design and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to balance pragmatism with architectural rigor
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, and environment management strategies

Benefits

• Team activities
• Flexible PTO policy
• Healthcare
• Paid sick leaves, parental leaves, and volunteer days

Location / Working Model

• China-friendly time zone required (APAC overlap)
• Remote, embedded within a global delivery team