Principal, Technical Architect

Global leader in CRM and enterprise cloud solutions, providing businesses with platform technology for sales, service, and digital transformation.
$168,420 - $247,730
Cloud
Principal Software Engineer
Remote
10+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Principal, Technical Architect

Salesforce is seeking Lead and Principal level Pre-Sales Technical Architects for their Consumer Business Services vertical. As a Technical Architect, you'll be at the forefront of solving sophisticated technical challenges, leveraging your deep domain and product knowledge to craft solutions that satisfy both business and IT requirements. The role combines technical expertise with customer-facing responsibilities, requiring someone who can comfortably discuss complex technical concepts with developers while also engaging effectively with C-level executives.

The position demands a unique blend of technical depth and business acumen. You'll work extensively with Salesforce's cutting-edge platform, including Hyperforce, Data Cloud, Einstein AI, Mulesoft, and Slack, while developing strategic relationships with customer IT partners. Your responsibilities will span from technical solution design to influencing deal strategies and sharing valuable market insights with product teams.

The ideal candidate brings substantial experience in enterprise software, with hands-on coding capabilities across various languages and deep understanding of database management, web applications, and security principles. You'll need to demonstrate strong communication skills, strategic problem-solving abilities, and a passion for continuous learning. The role offers the opportunity to work with industry-leading technology while making a significant impact on customer success.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for experienced technologists who enjoy both the technical and human aspects of solution architecture. You'll be part of a collaborative team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and professional growth, while working with some of the most sophisticated enterprise technology solutions in the industry. The role offers competitive compensation and the flexibility of remote work options, making it an attractive opportunity for senior technical professionals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic, market-leading organization.

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Responsibilities For Principal, Technical Architect

  • Work with customers to address technical challenges using Salesforce Platform
  • Develop relationships with customer IT partners
  • Act as a trusted advisor for long-term solution success
  • Maintain platform knowledge through hands-on training
  • Promote Salesforce Platform value proposition including Hyperforce, Data Cloud, Einstein AI, Mulesoft, Slack
  • Understand and advise on ISV and partner solutions ecosystem
  • Guide deal strategy and craft influence strategies
  • Keep current with partner and competitive technologies
  • Share insights from customer conversations with product teams
  • Share knowledge and best practices with solution engineering teams

Requirements For Principal, Technical Architect

Java
JavaScript
Python
Ruby
Go
Node.js
  • Deep knowledge of enterprise software applications and their delivery
  • Coding experience (Apex, Node, Go, R, Java or C#, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, etc.)
  • Database and data management fundamentals
  • Web and mobile application development and architecture
  • Application lifecycle management
  • Integration principles and tools
  • Enterprise data management tools and methods
  • Process orchestration
  • Network, application, and information security principles
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strategic problem solving abilities
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Software Engineering, or related field
  • Willing to travel domestically

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