I originally applied for the position of Program Architect, as this seemed the most appropriate after discussion with the Salesforce recruiter. The process was explained as three telephone interviews (Technical, Consulting, Line Manager), followed by a panel interview in person at Salesforce Tower.

After the three telephone interviews, it was agreed that Senior Technical Architect would be more suitable. The process then became two further telephone interviews (Technical & Consulting), followed by the panel interview.

Describe SOAP vs. REST.

Explain your understanding of ETL vs. ESB.

Explain hashing as a form of encryption.

Define Encryption at Rest.

Describe one-way SSL vs. two-way SSL.

How would you investigate a poorly performing web app?

Explain SSO.

Explain the difference between authentication and authorization.

Describe CI vs. CD.

Explain database normalization.

Describe Agile vs. Waterfall.

Explain the benefits of different mobile applications (native vs. HTML vs. hybrid).

Describe how you would engage with clients and gain their trust.

Give an example of a time when a project you have worked on has not gone well and how you dealt with this.

What would you say is your greatest achievement in your career to date?