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Salesforce Dev Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salesforce Developer

Orinda, CA

$61 - $81/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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$68 - $90/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Sausalito, CA

$63.25 - $83.50/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

El Cerrito, CA

$64.50 - $85.50/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

San Bruno, CA

$66.25 - $87.75/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

South San Francisco, CA

$66.75 - $88.25/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Corte Madera, CA

$69 - $91.25/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Oakland, CA

$63.75 - $84.50/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Richmond, CA

$63.75 - $84.25/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Ross, CA

$62 - $82/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

San Quentin, CA

$70 - $92.75/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Daly City, CA

$64.75 - $85.75/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Larkspur, CA

$68 - $90.25/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

New

$62.50 - $82.75/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Piedmont, CA

$62.75 - $83/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

San Leandro, CA

$62.75 - $83/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Kentfield, CA

$62.50 - $82.75/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Berkeley, CA

$68 - $90/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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Salesforce Developer

Millbrae, CA

$64.50 - $85.25/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, Apex, Lightning, integrations, and Salesforce data management. Responsibilities * Develop and customize ...

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How much do salesforce dev jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for salesforce dev in California is $61.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.64 and $69.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Salesforce dev?

A Salesforce Dev, or Salesforce Developer, is a professional who specializes in building and customizing applications on the Salesforce platform. They use programming languages like Apex and Visualforce, as well as Salesforce's declarative tools, to create solutions that meet business needs. Salesforce Developers work on tasks such as building custom workflows, integrating Salesforce with other systems, and maintaining data security. They play a crucial role in optimizing business processes and ensuring that Salesforce is tailored to an organization's requirements.

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

To thrive as a Salesforce Developer, you need expertise in Salesforce CRM, Apex programming, Lightning Components, and a solid understanding of database concepts, typically backed by a bachelor's degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with Salesforce development tools, Salesforce Platform Developer certifications, and version control systems like Git are commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication help developers translate business needs into scalable technical solutions. These skills ensure efficient customization, integration, and maintenance of Salesforce platforms to support business objectives.

How does a Salesforce developer typically collaborate with other teams within an organization?

Salesforce Developers frequently work alongside business analysts, administrators, and end-users to gather requirements and tailor CRM solutions that align with business needs. They also collaborate closely with QA testers to ensure new features are thoroughly tested, and with project managers to keep development on schedule. Effective communication across these teams is essential, as developers often need to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and adapt solutions based on feedback. This collaborative environment not only enhances product quality but also offers developers valuable cross-functional experience.

What is the difference between Salesforce Dev vs Salesforce Administrator?

AspectSalesforce DevSalesforce Administrator
Primary RoleDevelops custom applications, writes code, and builds new features on the Salesforce platform.Manages and configures Salesforce settings, automates processes, and maintains user accounts.
Required CertificationsSalesforce Platform Developer I/IISalesforce Certified Administrator
Work EnvironmentTypically works with developers, technical teams, and in development environments.Works closely with end-users, HR, and business teams to optimize Salesforce usage.
Common TasksWriting Apex code, Visualforce pages, Lightning components.Creating reports, dashboards, managing user permissions, workflow automation.

Salesforce Developers focus on building and customizing applications through coding and technical development, while Salesforce Administrators handle system configuration, user management, and process automation. Both roles are essential in leveraging Salesforce effectively, but they differ in technical depth and daily responsibilities.

How much do Salesforce developers make?

Salesforce developers typically earn between $80,000 and $130,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and certifications such as Salesforce Certified Platform Developer. Entry-level roles may start lower, while experienced developers with specialized skills can earn higher salaries, especially in competitive markets.

What will a Salesforce developer do?

A Salesforce developer designs, builds, and maintains custom applications and solutions on the Salesforce platform using Apex, Visualforce, and Lightning components. They customize Salesforce to meet business needs, troubleshoot issues, and often work with administrators and stakeholders to implement new features and integrations.
Infographic showing various Salesforce Dev job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,489 per year, or $61.3 per hour.

Manager, Salesforce Development (827)

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Clientell
Software Development • 1 - 10 employees

$65.50 - $86.50/hr

Other

PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Lead the technical strategy, roadmap, and day-to-day operation of the Salesforce platform to ensure security, scalability, and reliability.

  • Design, develop, and deliver scalable solutions across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and integrated applications using Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flow, APIs, and platform automation.

  • Own the Salesforce development lifecycle, including solution architecture, development standards, source control, deployment pipelines, environment management, release governance, and production deployments.


Job description

At Protegrity, we lead innovation by using AI and quantum-resistant cryptography to transform data protection across cloud-native, hybrid, on-premises, and open source environments. We leverage advanced cryptographic methods such as tokenization, format-preserving encryption, and quantum-resilient techniques to protect sensitive data. As a global leader in data security, our mission is to ensure that data isn’t just valuable but also usable, trusted, and safe.

Protegrity offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of innovation and collaboration, with the ability to make a meaningful impact on the industry while working alongside some of the brightest minds. Together, we are redefining how the world safeguards data, enabling organizations to thrive in a GenAI era where data is the ultimate currency. If you're ready to shape the future of data security, Protegrity is the place for you.

The Manager, Salesforce Platform is the technical leader responsible for the strategy, stability, and continuous evolution of the Salesforce platform that powers the company's commercial operations. As part of the Sales Operations organization, this role delivers scalable technology solutions that enable Sales, Customer Support, and other customer-facing teams to operate efficiently and provide exceptional customer experiences.

This position combines hands-on Salesforce development with people leadership, platform governance, and technical strategy while continuously evaluating emerging Salesforce capabilities, AI innovations, and integration technologies that create business value. Success in this role comes from balancing operational excellence with continuous platform modernization to build an intelligent, secure, and scalable commercial technology platform.

Role Overview – Why This Role MattersWhat You’ll Do
  1. Lead the technical strategy, roadmap, and day-to-day operation of the Salesforce platform, ensuring it remains secure, scalable, reliable, and aligned with evolving business priorities.
  2. Design, develop, and deliver scalable solutions across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and integrated business applications using Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flow, APIs, and platform automation to improve operational efficiency and customer experience.
  3. Own the Salesforce development lifecycle, including solution architecture, development standards, source control, deployment pipelines, environment management, release governance, and production deployments.
  4. Lead, coach, and develop the Salesforce Administrator while fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, continuous learning, and accountability.
  5. Lead cross-functional solution design and integration efforts by partnering with Customer Support, Product, IT, Finance, Marketing, and business stakeholders to evaluate business needs, recommend secure and scalable solutions, and establish appropriate technical guardrails that protect the integrity of the commercial technology platform.
  6. Establish and continuously improve platform governance, architecture standards, security controls, documentation, and development best practices to ensure the Salesforce platform remains secure, scalable, maintainable, and aligned with enterprise technology standards.
  7. Continuously evaluate emerging Salesforce capabilities, AI technologies, Model Context Protocol (MCP), AI-assisted development tools, and ecosystem integrations, recommending and implementing innovations that improve automation, developer productivity, operational efficiency, and business outcomes.
  8. Serve as the trusted technical owner of the commercial Salesforce platform by resolving complex technical challenges, reducing technical debt, enabling cross-functional initiatives, and driving continuous platform innovation.
What You’ll Need
  1. 7+ years of experience designing, developing, and supporting Salesforce platform solutions, including Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flow, integrations, and platform configuration.
  2. 2+ years of experience leading or managing technical team members while remaining actively engaged in solution architecture and software development.
  3. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience. Equivalent combination of relevant education, certifications, and substantial hands-on Salesforce experience; demonstrated success delivering and leading enterprise platform solutions.
  4. Experience managing Salesforce deployments using Git-based source control, release management, CI/CD practices, and multiple Salesforce environments.
  5. Strong understanding of Salesforce architecture, security, APIs, integrations, Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and enterprise platform best practices.
  6. Demonstrated ability to evaluate emerging Salesforce capabilities, AI technologies, and modern integration patterns, translating new innovations into practical business solutions.
  7. Strong judgment and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to understand business objectives, evaluate technical solutions and integrations, identify secure and scalable alternatives, and confidently recommend against approaches that introduce unacceptable security, architectural, operational, or long-term platform risk.
  8. Excellent analytical, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills with a passion for continuous improvement and technology innovation.
Nice to Have
  1. Salesforce Platform Developer I or II, Salesforce Administrator, Application Architect, or other Salesforce certifications.
  2. Experience with Salesforce AI capabilities, AI-assisted development tools, enterprise AI platforms, or intelligent automation technologies.
  3. Familiarity with Model Context Protocol (MCP), API-first architectures, modern integration frameworks, and enterprise integration patterns.
  4. Experience with Salesforce DevOps and deployment tools such as GitHub Actions, or similar platforms.

Should you accept this position, you will be required to consent to and successfully complete a background investigation. This may include, subject to local laws, verification of extended education and additional criminal and civil checks.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits with generous vacation and holiday time off. All employees are also provided access to ongoing learning & development.

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace is our priority. We are committed to an environment of acceptance where you are free to bring your full self to work. All qualified applicants and current employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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