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Salesforce Architect Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Salesforce Architect

Vienna, VA · On-site

$69.25 - $85.75/hr

Description Salesforce Architect AArete is one-of-a-kind when it comes to consulting firm culture. We're a global, innovative management and technology consulting firm with offices in the U.S., India ...

Salesforce Architect

Reston, VA · On-site

$73 - $90.25/hr

We're looking for a hands-on Salesforce Architect who enjoys designing enterprise solutions as much as building them. You'll lead the technical direction of our Salesforce platform while partnering ...

Salesforce Architect

Reston, VA · On-site

$73 - $90.25/hr

We're looking for a hands-on Salesforce Architect who enjoys designing enterprise solutions as much as building them. You'll lead the technical direction of our Salesforce platform while partnering ...

Salesforce Architect

Merrifield, VA · On-site

$150 - $190/hr

WISETEK PROVIDERS INC is looking for a talented and driven Salesforce Architect to join our growing team in Washington, DC. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead enterprise-level ...

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Salesforce Architect

Herndon, VA · On-site +1

$130K - $180K/yr

Lead architectural design and implementation of modernized solutions using Salesforce Public Sector Solutions (PSS) * Drive migration of legacy systems and components to Salesforce Government Cloud ...

Enterprise Salesforce Architect

Mclean, VA · On-site

$69.75 - $86.50/hr

The Salesforce Solution Architect is a multifaceted role working in collaboration with other teams across the business to support our government clients. As a Salesforce Solution Architect you will ...

Enterprise Salesforce Architect

Mclean, VA · On-site

$69.75 - $86.50/hr

The Salesforce Solution Architect is a multifaceted role working in collaboration with other teams across the business to support our government clients. As a Salesforce Solution Architect you will ...

Salesforce Technical Architect

Tysons, VA · On-site

$69.75 - $86.50/hr

Senior Salesforce Technical Architect Location: Onsite(Tysons, VA) Industry: Banking / Financial Services This role requires hands-on Salesforce Financial Services Cloud (FSC) development experience ...

Overview We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with deep Salesforce expertise to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of scalable enterprise CRM solutions. This role will ...

Solution Architect - Salesforce

Arlington, VA · On-site

$79.50 - $98.25/hr

Overview We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect with deep Salesforce expertise to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of scalable enterprise CRM solutions. This role will ...

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How much do salesforce architect jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for salesforce architect in Virginia is $73.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65.77 and $81.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Salesforce Architect?

A Salesforce Architect is a technical expert responsible for designing and implementing scalable Salesforce solutions. They ensure that the system architecture aligns with business needs, integrating various Salesforce products and third-party applications. Their role includes defining best practices, overseeing data security, and optimizing system performance. Architects collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and administrators to deliver robust and efficient CRM solutions.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Salesforce Architect?

As a Salesforce Architect, your daily responsibilities often include designing technical solutions on the Salesforce platform, collaborating with developers and administrators, and reviewing existing system architecture for improvements. You'll spend time translating business requirements into scalable designs, ensuring secure data integrations, and participating in meetings to align on project goals. Additionally, you'll provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members and help troubleshoot complex issues when they arise. This role is highly collaborative and leverages both technical expertise and strategic thinking to deliver robust, long-term Salesforce solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Salesforce Architect?

To thrive as a Salesforce Architect, you need expertise in Salesforce platform architecture, solution design, and integration, often backed by a degree in computer science and relevant Salesforce certifications like Certified Technical Architect (CTA). Familiarity with tools such as Salesforce Lightning, Apex, Visualforce, and third-party integration platforms is highly valuable. Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills help Salesforce Architects work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. These skills are critical for designing scalable, efficient solutions that align with business objectives and technical requirements.

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Infographic showing various Salesforce Architect job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $152,251 per year, or $73.2 per hour.

Salesforce Architect

AArete

Vienna, VA • On-site

$69.25 - $85.75/hr

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Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Description

Salesforce Architect

AArete is one-of-a-kind when it comes to consulting firm culture.

We're a global, innovative management and technology consulting firm with offices in the U.S., India, and Europe. Our name comes from the Greek word for excellence: "Arete." And excellence is exactly what we strive for.
We're celebrating our fourth year as one of Forbes' World's Best Management Consulting Firms - and our success starts with our people. From robust career development planning to competitive life and wellness benefits, AArete's "Culture of Care" takes a holistic approach to the employee experience.
AAretians (our team members) are leaders at every level. You are encouraged to unlock your full potential by directly contributing to our mission and prioritizing personal development and fulfillment.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Salesforce Solution/Technical Architect to lead the design, solutioning, and delivery of Salesforce solutions across client engagements. This role will serve as a subject matter expert, providing architectural guidance and technical strategy recommendations across Salesforce products, including Health Cloud, Service Cloud, Nonprofit Cloud, and Marketing Cloud. The architect will assess the current Salesforce landscape, identify gaps and opportunities, and design scalable solutions aligned with health plan operations and business goals.

Work You'll Do

  • Design Salesforce solutions leveraging Health Cloud, Service Cloud, and Marketing Cloud within a healthcare payer context
  • Provide guidance on Salesforce data models, security, and best practices
  • Evaluate and recommend integration approaches between Salesforce and enterprise systems such as claims platforms and EHRs
  • Collaborate closely with business analysts, developers, and leadership to translate strategy into actionable recommendations
  • Present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders and executive audiences
  • Lead end-to-end Salesforce solution and technical architecture across assessments, implementations, and optimization engagements
  • Partner with client stakeholders and business analysts to translate business requirements into technical designs and implementation approaches
  • Lead technical discovery and current-state architecture assessments, identifying gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities
  • Design scalable Salesforce solutions that are aligned with business requirements and Salesforce best practices
  • Define system integrations, data models, security models, and deployment strategies across Salesforce and external systems
  • Provide technical leadership to development teams, including code reviews, design guidance, and ensuring adherence to Salesforce architectural best practices
  • Support business development activities including solutioning, level of effort estimates, and proposal development
  • Contribute to thegrowth of the AArete's Salesforce practice
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • 5+ years of hands on Salesforce platform experience, including architecture or lead developer roles, with deep expertise in Health Cloud, Service Cloud, and Marketing Cloud
  • Deep expertise in:
    • Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flows, APIs (REST/SOAP), Omni Studio
    • Data modeling, sharing rules, and security architecture and best practices
    • Integration patterns (middleware, ETL, event-based, Mulesoft preferred)
    • DevOps / CI-CD tools (DevOps Center, Git, Copado, Gearset, etc.)
  • Experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale Salesforce solutions in healthcare or payer environments
  • Strong understanding of SDLC, agile delivery, and technical governance
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct technical assessments, gap analyses, and develop strategic roadmaps
  • Experience supporting large scale Salesforce implementations or enterprise assessments
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and