Principal Technical Architect, Data Cloud

Salesforce is seeking a Principal Technical Architect for their innovative Data Cloud team, a startup-like division within the larger organization focused on next-generation technology. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic customer engagement to drive adoption of Salesforce's newest innovation - Data Cloud. The position sits at the intersection of Data, AI, CRM, and Trust, working to enhance customer experiences through innovative solutions.

As a Principal Technical Architect, you'll collaborate with Account Executives, Solutions Engineering, Product, and Product Marketing teams, providing technical domain expertise during pre and post-sale processes. The role demands a comprehensive understanding of the modern data stack, including CRM, Analytics, BI, and AI technologies, with a focus on both generative and predictive capabilities.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in solutions architecture within the B2B SaaS space, particularly with cloud data platforms. You'll be responsible for analyzing complex business problems, driving innovation, and ensuring successful customer adoption of Data Cloud solutions. Your technical expertise should span data warehousing, cloud technologies, and various programming languages, complemented by strong communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts to stakeholders at all organizational levels.

This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of Salesforce's Data Cloud platform, influence product roadmap decisions, and drive technical thought leadership in the industry. You'll work in a dynamic, evolving environment where you can make a significant impact on how customers leverage data and AI capabilities within the Salesforce ecosystem.