Software Architect

Salesforce is seeking an experienced Software Architect to join their engineering team across multiple locations including San Francisco, Seattle, and Bellevue. This is a high-impact role that combines technical expertise with strategic leadership, requiring 15+ years of software development experience.

The role encompasses both technical and leadership responsibilities, focusing on designing and driving enterprise-scale architectural solutions. As a Software Architect, you'll be responsible for crafting architectural principles, frameworks, and standards while ensuring solutions are scalable and maintainable. You'll work closely with Product Managers, other Architects, Engineers, and SMEs across the broader Salesforce organization.

Key aspects of the role include coordinating end-to-end product architecture, driving strategic technology initiatives, and providing crucial input on long-range product requirements and operational guidelines. You'll be expected to lead research efforts, conduct case studies, and develop prototypes for innovative technologies while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement of platform reliability and serviceability.

The ideal candidate will possess mastery in multiple programming languages and platforms, with demonstrated experience in delivering sophisticated projects independently. Strong analytical and influencing skills are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders. The role requires participation in on-call rotations to address complex problems and maintain high service availability.

This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $211,500 to $384,100 depending on location, reflecting the senior nature of the role and its responsibilities. The successful candidate will join one of the world's leading enterprise software companies, working on products that impact millions of users globally.

If you're passionate about architectural excellence, have a proven track record in software development, and want to shape the future of enterprise software, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact at scale.