Staff Business Applications Engineer (Salesforce Lead - Sales Cloud) at Tekion

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, Technology, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • 8+ years of hands-on Salesforce experience, including 3+ years in a lead or architect-level capacity
  • Strong expertise in Sales Cloud (Lead, Opportunity, Pipeline, Forecasting, and Territory Management)
  • Experience implementing or integrating Partner Portals, ideally connected to Impartner or similar partner management platforms
  • Deep understanding of Sales processes, partner operations, and data security models
  • Strong technical skills in Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flows, and Salesforce APIs
  • Proven ability to lead complex Salesforce projects end-to-end
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Preferred
  • Experience with Salesforce CPQ, Billing, or quote-to-cash workflows
  • Salesforce certifications such as Sales Cloud Consultant, CPQ Specialist, or Application Architect
  • Familiarity with ERP integration (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle)
  • Experience with DevOps tools (Copado, Gearset, Flosum) and Agile methodologies
  • Background in SaaS or subscription-based businesses

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Sales Cloud and Partner Portal roadmap, ensuring scalability, automation, and data integrity across systems
  • Collaborate with Sales Operations, Marketing, and Partner teams to optimize lead management, opportunity lifecycle, deal registration, and partner enablement
  • Architect and implement Partner Portal integrations using Impartner or similar PRM systems to enhance partner engagement and visibility
  • Partner with global stakeholders to define and deliver solutions that align with business needs and enterprise architecture standards
  • Develop and maintain custom objects, Flows, Apex classes, and Lightning components (LWC)
  • Own integration design between Salesforce and other enterprise systems (ERP, CLM, Marketing Automation, etc.)
  • Drive data quality, governance, and platform performance improvements
  • Support release management, testing, and production deployments in collaboration with global teams
  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and code reviews for the Salesforce team
  • Contribute to quote-to-cash automation initiatives leveraging Salesforce CPQ and Billing (preferred)
  • Stay updated on Salesforce platform capabilities, emerging technologies, and partner ecosystem trends

Skills

Salesforce
Sales Cloud
Partner Portal
Impartner
CPQ
Billing
Quote-to-Cash
Apex
Lightning
Integrations
PRM

Tekion

Cloud-native platform for automotive retail management

About Tekion

Tekion has developed a cloud-native platform designed for the automotive retail industry. Its main product is a Dealer Management System (DMS) that utilizes technologies like Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Machine Learning (ML) to improve the operations of car dealerships. The DMS provides a centralized view and performance metrics for dealership groups, allowing for better management and increased operational efficiency. Tekion differentiates itself from competitors by being the first and fastest cloud-native DMS available, and it integrates seamlessly with major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) at no extra cost. The company's goal is to enhance dealership efficiency, profitability, and customer experience through its subscription-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, which also includes additional services to help dealerships identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities.

Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$617.8MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation and generous stock options
100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage
Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages
The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies
Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper
Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up
A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration
The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy
Exciting opportunities for career growth and development

Risks

Competition from established players like CDK Global may impact Tekion's market share.
Data privacy concerns could arise from integrating generative AI into Tekion's platform.
Reliance on partnerships may pose risks if expected synergies are not achieved.

Differentiation

Tekion offers the first cloud-native platform for the automotive retail industry.
The platform integrates AI and machine learning for predictive analytics and personalization.
Tekion's Automotive Partner Cloud enables seamless data sharing across the automotive ecosystem.

Upsides

Increased adoption of cloud-native solutions boosts demand for Tekion's platform.
AI integration in dealership systems enhances customer experience and operational efficiency.
Subscription-based SaaS model aligns with industry trends, supporting Tekion's growth.

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