Full Time Salesforce Event Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Employment Type: Full-time, W2 position with Cogent People Inc. This is a direct hire position with full benefits.

Location: Hybrid Columbia MD 3 times a week OR Remote (as applicable to role)

Work Authorization Requirements

To comply with government contracting requirements, candidates must meet all of the following:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid EAD holder
• Must have lived in the United States for at least 3 of the past 5 years
• Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Sponsorship (H-1B) is not available for this position (now or in the future).

Candidates who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

Clearance Requirement

Public Trust required or ability to obtain, depending on assignment.

About Cogent People Inc.

Cogent People Inc. is a government consulting and technology services firm supporting mission-critical federal and commercial programs. We deliver secure, scalable, and modern digital solutions across complex IT environments.

Our teams thrive at the intersection of engineering excellence and mission impact, building systems that matter.

Job Overview

Cogent People Inc. is seeking a Sr. Salesforce Developer to design, develop, and implement complex Salesforce solutions supporting CMS workflows and business rules.

This role is responsible for building scalable Salesforce capabilities, ensuring high-quality code delivery, and supporting secure, reliable enhancements within Agile delivery cycles.

The ideal candidate will bring deep Salesforce development experience along with strong knowledge of integrations, CI/CD practices, and regulated enterprise environments

This position may be contingent upon contract award.

What You’ll Do

Salesforce Development & Solution Design

• Design and implement complex Salesforce solutions supporting CMS workflows and business rules.
• Develop and maintain custom functionality using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flow, and Platform Events.
• Configure and enhance Salesforce capabilities to support business and technical requirements.

Integration & Delivery

• Develop and support Salesforce integrations with internal and external systems using REST and/or SOAP APIs.
• Support scalable and secure delivery of Salesforce enhancements within Agile sprint cycles.
• Contribute to solution delivery activities while ensuring alignment with technical and business objectives.

Quality, Performance & Collaboration

• Ensure code quality, performance, and maintainability of Salesforce solutions.
• Support adherence to CI/CD and DevSecOps practices within Salesforce environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support successful solution delivery and implementation.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of experience in Salesforce development and implementation.
• Demonstrated experience with Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flow, Platform Events, and Salesforce integrations.
• Strong understanding of REST and/or SOAP APIs and service-oriented architecture principles.
• Experience supporting enterprise, federal, or regulated environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

What Will Set You Apart

• Relevant certifications (e.g., [insert certifications])
• Experience with [specific tools, platforms, or environments]
• Prior experience supporting [federal agencies, industries, or domains]
• Familiarity with [frameworks, standards, or methodologies]
• Additional experience in [nice-to-have skills]

Why Cogent People Inc.?

At Cogent People, we combine technical excellence with a mission-driven culture. Our teams work on meaningful, high-impact projects that support government and enterprise transformation initiatives.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to complex, mission-critical systems
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Long-term client engagements with stability and continuity

We are a Certified Great Place to Work, committed to building an inclusive and high-performance culture.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (comprehensive coverage)
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks annually + 10 paid holidays
• Employee assistance and wellness resources (as applicable)

Compliance Notice

Cogent People Inc. conducts employment verification for all candidates. Misrepresentation of work authorization, residency history, or professional experience will result in disqualification.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and evaluate all applicants based on qualifications, experience, and role requirements.

We do not engage third-party recruiters for this role unless explicitly stated.