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$51 - $63/hr

The Principal Salesforce Solution Architect will provide senior architecture or technical leadership support for Salesforce capabilities within the CRM, Integration, and Platform Services environment.

$123K - $154K/yr

# Principal Salesforce DeveloperCFA InstituteRemoteRemote - United States**Ready to lead the technical side of a Salesforce platform in the middle of a real transformation - not just keep the lights on?

As Principal Developer, you'll be a senior, hands-on technical leader - writing code, reviewing it ... You'll report to the Platform Owner, Salesforce, and work closely with the wider Application ...

Principal Salesforce Architect

Austin, TX · On-site

$68.50 - $84.75/hr

If you are a Salesforce Enterprise Architect professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you. In this highly visible leadership role, you will ...

Principal Salesforce Consultant

Dallas, TX · On-site

$68.50 - $85/hr

We are seeking a senior, client-facing Salesforce Technical Architect who has grown from a hands-on Salesforce Developer into a technical leader, development manager, or architect. This person will ...

WI · On-site

$69.50 - $86.25/hr

Evaluate emerging Salesforce capabilities and related technologies for business value, scalability, and enterprise readiness * Identify and address platform performance, scalability, security, and ...

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How much do principal salesforce jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal salesforce in the United States is $109,393.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Principal Salesforce?

A Principal Salesforce is a senior-level expert who leads the design, implementation, and optimization of Salesforce solutions within an organization. They possess deep technical knowledge of the Salesforce platform and are responsible for setting best practices, guiding project teams, and ensuring solutions align with business goals. Principal Salesforce professionals often act as strategic advisors, collaborating with stakeholders and mentoring other Salesforce team members. Their role is critical for organizations looking to maximize the value and efficiency of their Salesforce environment.

How does a Principal Salesforce professional typically collaborate with cross-functional teams within an organization?

A Principal Salesforce professional often serves as a bridge between technical teams, business stakeholders, and end-users. They work closely with departments like sales, marketing, customer service, and IT to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable Salesforce solutions. Regular collaboration involves leading design sessions, reviewing deliverables, and ensuring that the platform supports both immediate and long-term business goals. Effective communication and project management skills are essential, as the Principal Salesforce role often oversees multiple initiatives and mentors junior team members.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Principal Salesforce professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Principal Salesforce professional, you need deep expertise in Salesforce architecture, solution design, and platform development, often supported by advanced Salesforce certifications like Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA). Mastery of tools such as Salesforce CRM, Apex, Visualforce, Lightning components, and integration platforms is typically required. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication are vital soft skills for guiding teams and engaging stakeholders. These capabilities are crucial for delivering scalable, high-impact Salesforce solutions that align with business objectives.

What is the difference between Principal Salesforce vs Salesforce Developer?

AspectPrincipal SalesforceSalesforce Developer
Required CredentialsSalesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Certified Technical Architect), extensive experienceSalesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I & II), coding skills
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles, strategic planning, client interactionDevelopment, coding, customizing Salesforce applications
Employer & Industry UsageLarge enterprises, consulting firms, Salesforce partnersTech companies, consulting firms, in-house development teams
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for seniority and strategic impactCompared for technical skills and coding responsibilities

The Principal Salesforce role focuses on strategic leadership, architecture, and client engagement, often requiring advanced certifications and extensive experience. In contrast, a Salesforce Developer primarily handles coding, customization, and technical implementation. Both roles are vital in the Salesforce ecosystem but serve different functions within organizations.

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Infographic showing various Principal Salesforce job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,393 per year, or $52.6 per hour.

Principal Salesforce Solution Architect

On-site

$51 - $63/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


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Washington, DC, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Koniag Professional Services, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Principal Salesforce Solution Architect to support KPS and our government customer in Washington, DC. The position is hybrid, requires 1 day onsite. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Professional Services, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Principal Salesforce Solution Architect to support the CRM, Integration, and Platform Services workforce. This role will support CRM case management, customer engagement, workflow automation, data integration, reporting, and governed platform delivery while helping the customer deliver secure, reliable, accessible, and maintainable digital services. The successful candidate will define target architecture, technical standards, platform roadmaps, integration patterns, and governance decisions and will work closely with government stakeholders, architects, engineers, product owners, cybersecurity, operations, and business users to convert requirements into mission-aligned platform capabilities.

The Principal Salesforce Solution Architect will provide senior architecture or technical leadership support for Salesforce capabilities within the CRM, Integration, and Platform Services environment.

Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Design, configure, develop, integrate, test, document, and sustain Salesforce capabilities using Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, OmniStudio, Flow, Apex, Lightning Web Components, APIs, DevOps Center, and Salesforce integration patterns.
  • Support CRM data models, sharing models, role hierarchies, automation, Lightning experiences, integrations, reporting, and environment management.
  • Translate business, mission, security, accessibility, and operational requirements into practical technical solutions.
  • Support platform architecture, backlog refinement, implementation planning, release readiness, and production transition activities.
  • Develop reusable patterns, configuration standards, automation, documentation, and support procedures that reduce delivery and sustainment risk.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues across platform configuration, code, data, APIs, identity, security, performance, and user experience.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, privacy, data, infrastructure, QA, and change management teams to align delivery with federal operating expectations.
  • Maintain clear technical documentation, design decisions, implementation notes, test evidence, and operational runbooks.

Education and Experience:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
  • 8+ years of experience in senior architecture or technical leadership, preferably in complex enterprise or government environments.
  • Hands-on experience with Salesforce implementation, configuration, development, integration, testing, or operations.
  • Experience working with Agile delivery teams and translating stakeholder needs into maintainable technical outcomes.
  • Salesforce Administrator, Platform Developer, Platform App Builder, Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, Sharing and Visibility Architect, Application Architect, System Architect, or CTA credential.
  • Experience supporting federal government IT environments, Public Trust programs, or regulated enterprise delivery.
  • Experience with Section 508, cybersecurity, auditability, data protection, and operational documentation expectations.

Required Skills and Competencies:

  • Strong hands-on knowledge of Salesforce capabilities, implementation patterns, administration, development, integration, and lifecycle management.
  • Ability to design and implement secure, supportable, upgrade-aware solutions that avoid unnecessary customization and reduce technical debt.
  • Experience with APIs, identity and access controls, data management, testing, monitoring, troubleshooting, and release coordination.
  • Ability to document technical designs, configuration decisions, operational procedures, test results, and risks in clear business and technical language.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work across government stakeholders, product owners, engineers, QA, cybersecurity, and operations teams.
  • Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Desired Skills and Competencies:

  • Experience with DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, infrastructure as code, or platform release automation.
  • Knowledge of federal security and compliance concepts including NIST controls, FISMA, FedRAMP-authorized services, audit evidence, and least privilege.
  • Experience improving platform governance, reuse, documentation, observability, and operational readiness.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365, ServiceNow, Atlassian, Snowflake, data catalog, CRM, or enterprise integration ecosystems.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristicprotected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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