Federal Salesforce Technical Architect

Location: United States, DC Metro Area

Department: Delivery - Federal

Location Type: HYBRID

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

• Lead the end-to-end technical strategy for large-scale PSS projects, ensuring seamless orchestration between Service Cloud (case management), Experience Cloud (constituent portals), and Marketing Cloud (automated journey-based communication).
• Design secure, scalable integration architectures between Salesforce Government Cloud and external Federal legacy systems using REST/SOAP, OAuth, and SAML, adhering to NIEM standards.
• Serve as the principal technical liaison between development teams and Federal stakeholders (ISSOs, EAs), mitigating risks related to performance bottlenecks and security vulnerabilities.
• Own the CI/CD strategy for a complex multi-cloud environment, ensuring automated deployment pipelines meet stringent Federal DevSecOps and change management requirements.
•  Lead a team of developers through rigorous code reviews, promoting "security-by-design" and minimizing technical debt across all Salesforce clouds.
• Stay updated with the latest Salesforce trends—including Government Cloud Plus, Service Cloud, and Agentforce—to provide innovative solutions for Federal clients.

• 8-10+ years of Salesforce development/architecture experience, with 5+ years specifically in Federal/Public Sector programs.
• Proven experience in architecting solutions that span Service Cloud and Experience Cloud. Familiarity with Marketing Cloud integration (Connectors, API) is highly preferred.
• Practical understanding of (or experience with) Agentforce, Einstein 1 Platform, and/or Data 360.
• Strong understanding of FedRAMP, FISMA, and Section 508/WCAG compliance.
• Proven ability to lead development teams in an Agile (Scrum/SAFe) environment.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and executive-level presentation skills. 
• Strong strategic planning, governance, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex programs in cleared delivery environments.
• US Citizenship required.
• A willingness to attain a U.S. Security Clearance (e.g., Public Trust, Secret) as required by specific projects.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Required Certifications: Salesforce Certified Application Architect and System Architect.
• Preferred Certifications: Salesforce Certified AI Associate, Data Cloud Consultant, Salesforce OmniStudio Consultant, and/or Developer.

• A Culture of Builders – We’re a remote-first, global team of curious, collaborative problem-solvers. You’ll have the opportunity to refine processes, solve challenges, and help shape the future of Salesforce and Amazon consulting. If you’re excited to build, innovate, and grow, you’ll fit right in.
• Forge Your Own Path – At Thunder, you’re not just filling a role—you’re shaping it. Whether it’s jumping into presales, refining our methodology, or building something entirely new, the opportunity to innovate is yours to take.

• Comprehensive Benefits with Sequoia – Medical, Dental, Vision, and Employer-Paid Life/Disability Insurance to keep you and your loved ones covered.
• Ownership & Impact – Stock options in a fast-moving, high-growth company. Every employee plays a part in what we’re building. Come make your mark!
• Level Up Your Career – Real opportunities to grow your Salesforce and Amazon expertise through mentorship, certifications, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology.
• People-First Flexibility – We’re always listening, evolving, and adapting. Your feedback helps shape our policies, ensuring you can thrive - professionally and personally.