Certified Data Architect

DATA-ARCHITECT

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Aug 11, 2025
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Exam Details

Duration105 min
Passing Score67%
Languages English
LevelArchitect
TestingProctored onsite
Valid ForNo expiration (requires maintenance exams)
Exam Cost$400

What topics are on the DATA-ARCHITECT exam?

1

Salesforce Data Management 25%

1.1
Standard and Custom Objects
3 subtopics
1.1.1Standard Object Structure for Sales and Service Cloud
1.1.2Custom Objects and Big Objects
1.1.3Salesforce License Types and Object Access
Learning Objectives
  • Understand standard object structure for Sales and Service Cloud
  • Make best use of Salesforce standard and Big Objects
  • Understand association between standard objects and Salesforce license types
1.2
Data Persistence and Validation
3 subtopics
1.2.1Data Validation Techniques
1.2.2Workflow and Approval Processes
1.2.3Data Quality Tools
Learning Objectives
  • Recommend techniques to ensure data is persisted in a consistent manner
  • Recommend appropriate techniques for ensuring high data quality at point of entry
  • Recommend techniques and tools to monitor data quality on an ongoing basis
1.3
Multi-Instance Data Consolidation
1 subtopics
1.3.1Consolidating Data from Multiple Salesforce Instances
Learning Objectives
  • Design solutions to consolidate data from multiple Salesforce instances
  • Recommend appropriate integration patterns for multi-org environments
Domain Hands-on Skills
Creating and configuring validation rulesSetting up duplicate managementConfiguring Big ObjectsBuilding data quality reports and dashboardsUnderstanding license-specific object access
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Overusing custom objects when standard objects would suffice
  • Not understanding Big Object limitations
  • Ignoring license type restrictions in data model design
  • Overcomplicating validation rules leading to performance issues
2

Data Modeling / Database Design 25%

3

Large Data Volume Considerations 20%

4

Data Migration 15%

5

Data Governance 10%

6

Master Data Management 5%

How do I earn the Certified Data Architect certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Architect

Prerequisites

  • Optional

Next Steps

  • APP-ARCHITECTSalesforce Certified Application Architect
    Top-level architect certification focusing on application design and architecture
  • Solution architect certification for B2B commerce implementations
  • B2C-SOLUTION-ARCHITECTSalesforce Certified B2C Solution Architect
    Solution architect certification for B2C commerce implementations
  • SYSTEM-ARCHITECTSalesforce Certified System Architect
    Top-level architect certification focusing on system design and integration
  • TECHNICAL-ARCHITECTSalesforce Certified Technical Architect
    Highest-level Salesforce certification, requires review board presentation

Career Progression

Typical Path

  • 1. Salesforce Administrator (foundational)
  • 2. Platform App Builder (declarative skills)
  • 3. Platform Developer I (programmatic skills - optional but helpful)
  • 4. Data Architect (this certification)
  • 5. Sharing and Visibility Architect (security focus)
  • 6. Application Architect (top-level application design)
  • 7. Technical Architect / CTA (ultimate certification)

Alternate Path System Architect

  • 1. Salesforce Administrator (foundational)
  • 2. Platform App Builder (declarative skills)
  • 3. Data Architect (this certification)
  • 4. Integration Architecture Designer (API and integration)
  • 5. Identity and Access Management Architect (authentication)
  • 6. Development Lifecycle and Deployment Designer (DevOps)
  • 7. System Architect (top-level system design)
  • 8. Technical Architect / CTA (ultimate certification)

Time Estimate

  • 2-5 years from Administrator to Application/System Architect

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Complete maintenance exams for each Salesforce releaseComplete assigned Trailhead modulesMaintain up-to-date knowledge of new Salesforce features

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What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Technology Coverage

Data Cloud (formerly Customer Data Platform)2025 releases

Not yet in exam content but architects should be aware

Released: 2025
Big ObjectsEnhanced capabilities

Core exam topic with recent improvements

Released: 2025
Platform CacheOngoing enhancements

Performance optimization topic in exam

Released: Various releases
Change Data CaptureGA and enhancements

Relevant for real-time data synchronization scenarios

Released: 2019+

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • 1-2 years Salesforce technology experience
  • 5-8 years supporting or implementing data-centric initiatives
  • Data modeling and database design experience
  • Understanding of Salesforce platform declarative and programming concepts
  • Experience with scripting tools (Data Loader, ETL platforms)
  • Data quality and data stewardship experience

Experience Level: Advanced

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$400 USD
Testing CentersProctored onsite, Online proctored
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid ForNo expiration (requires maintenance exams)
Recertification
  • Complete maintenance exams with each Salesforce release (3 times per year)
  • Complete Trailhead modules as assigned

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