Principal Technical Architect - Agentforce

Salesforce is a global leader in CRM solutions, developing innovative platforms that combine Data, AI, CRM, and Trust to transform customer experiences.
$180,000 - $250,000
Machine Learning
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Principal Technical Architect - Agentforce

Agentforce, Salesforce's newest innovation, is seeking a Principal Technical Architect to join their specialist team. This role combines deep technical expertise in AI/ML with strategic customer advisory responsibilities. As an Agentforce Technical Architect, you'll guide customers through emerging AI solutions, ensuring they maximize platform value. You'll work alongside Account Executives, Solutions Engineers, and Product teams to assess customer use cases, recommend optimal solutions, and shape technical vision.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in technical pre-sales/consulting, with deep knowledge of AI/ML concepts, CRM systems, and modern data architectures. You'll need strong programming skills in languages like JavaScript, Python, and SQL, plus expertise with REST APIs and SDKs. The role demands excellent communication skills to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Key responsibilities include architecting innovative AI/ML solutions, facilitating partner alignment, leading technical workshops, and developing cross-platform solutions. You'll also contribute to thought leadership through documentation and enablement materials. The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies, including Large Language Models, agent-based frameworks, and prompt engineering.

This role is perfect for someone naturally curious about AI, passionate about new technologies, and eager to educate others while delivering business impact. You'll be part of a startup-like team within a global organization, helping shape the future of customer experiences through AI-powered solutions.

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Responsibilities For Principal Technical Architect - Agentforce

  • Research customer challenges, architect innovative AI/ML solutions, and drive key technical decisions
  • Facilitate partner alignment on high-impact use cases that leverage AI, data pipelines, and Agentforce
  • Partner with Sales and Solutions Engineering to build compelling demos and prototypes
  • Lead whiteboarding sessions, training, and hands-on workshops
  • Integrate data cloud, CRM, analytics tools, and cloud services into scalable architectures
  • Produce best-practice documentation, architectural diagrams, and enablement materials

Requirements For Principal Technical Architect - Agentforce

JavaScript
Python
  • Several years in solutions engineering, architecture, or technical consulting in B2B SaaS
  • Experience with machine learning concepts (predictive and generative AI)
  • Familiarity with Salesforce CRM and modern data stacks
  • Proven track record with REST APIs and SDKs
  • Proficiency in programming (JavaScript, Python, SQL) or Salesforce development
  • Strong presentation and communication skills
  • Passion for exploring emerging AI research and frameworks

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