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Salesforce Certified Data Architect Exam

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Salesforce Certified Data Architect Exam



The Salesforce Certified Data Architect certification is designed for architects responsible for evaluating architecture environments and requirements. These architects design robust, scalable, and efficient solutions on the Customer 360 platform. Additionally, they possess expertise in the following areas:
  • Data Modeling & Database Design
  • Master Data Management
  • Salesforce Data Management
  • Data Governance
  • Considerations for Large Data Volumes
  • Data Migration

A Salesforce Certified Data Architect evaluates the architecture environment and requirements, crafting robust, scalable, and efficient solutions on the Customer 360 Platform, specifically focusing on enterprise data management. The candidate possesses knowledge of information architecture frameworks, encompassing critical components like data sourcing, integration/movement, persistence, master data management, metadata management, semantic reconciliation, data governance, security, and delivery.

Additionally, the candidate demonstrates experience in assessing customer requirements concerning data quality needs and devising solutions to ensure high-quality data, including measures to prevent duplicates and ensure data accuracy. They are also adept at proposing organizational adjustments to promote proper data stewardship. Moreover, the candidate is skilled in communicating solutions and weighing design trade-offs with business stakeholders.

Who should take the exam?

The Salesforce Certified Data Architect typically has the following:
  • 2 to 3 years of Salesforce experience
  • Over 5 years of experience supporting or implementing data-centric solutions

Common job roles may include:
  • Advanced Administrator
  • Data Architect
  • Technical/Solution Architect
  • Advanced Platform Developer

Course Outline 

The Salesforce Certified Data Architect Exam covers the given topics  - 
  • Domain 1: Understand Data modeling/Database Design: 25%
  • Domain 2: Learn about Master Data Management: 5%
  • Domain 3: Understand Salesforce Data Management: 25%
  • Domain 4: Understand Data Governance: 10%
  • Domain 5: Large Data Volume considerations: 20%
  • Domain 6: Learn about Data Migration: 15%