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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Salesforce Application Developer - **Company:** MetroStar Systems - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Application Integration Architecture, Computing Platforms, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Code Generation, Software Quality, Information Systems, Continuous Delivery, Software Debugging, Programming Tools, Middleware, Design of User Interfaces, Human-Computer Interaction, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Salesforce.Com, Server Administration, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Apex Code, Enterprise Software Applications, SC Clearance, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, Data Management, Code Restructuring, Devsecops - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/salesforce-application-developer-6638-washington-dc--649fb414-95d2-4949-b7f6-dfd8073bcf82 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Engineering, or a related technical discipline. * Active Secret clearance * Must be local to the DMV area with the ability to support onsite requirements in Washington, DC. * Salesforce Platform Developer I Certification. * 3-5 years of experience developing Salesforce applications in enterprise environments, including demonstrated experience developing and deploying Salesforce solutions. * Strong hands-on experience with Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Salesforce Flows, Platform Events, APIs, and overall Salesforce platform customization. * Experience building and deploying enterprise Salesforce solutions using modern software engineering practices, including workflow automation, business process solutions, and user-focused application development. * Experience integrating Salesforce with enterprise systems using APIs, middleware, and cloud-native patterns, with experience supporting Agile software development teams and continuous delivery environments. * Experience working within AI-assisted development environments, leveraging tools such as coding assistants and automated testing platforms, with an understanding of Salesforce security, governance, and modern AI-driven software engineering practices. SALARY RANGE: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00 The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including: * The candidate''s professional background and relevant work experience * The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs * Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation, Agile Programming Methodologies, Application Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Automation Systems, Backlog Prioritization, Best Practices, Business Processes, Business Solutions, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Debugging Skills, Documentation, Employee Assistance Plan, Enterprise Applications, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Maintain Compliance, Middleware, Operational Audit, Operations Processes, Process Improvement, Product Demonstration, Productivity Management, Programming Tools, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Refactoring, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Dashboards, Salesforce.com, Scalable System Development, ScrumMaster, Secret Clearance, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Engineering, Sprint Planning, Test Automation, Testing, User Experience Design (UXD), User Interface/Experience (UI/UX) ## Description As Salesforce Application Developer, you'll support a Salesforce-centered modernization and digital transformation program. This role will design, develop, and deploy scalable, user-centered applications that improve mission outcomes, automate business processes, and accelerate operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will operate within an AI-driven engineering environment, leveraging agentic development tools, AI-assisted coding, intelligent testing, and modern software delivery practices to rapidly build and modernize mission-critical Salesforce applications. This individual will be part of a high-performing development team responsible for delivering secure, scalable, and innovative Salesforce solutions using a combination of traditional engineering expertise and AI-enabled development capabilities. We know that you can't have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers. If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below! What you'll do: * Design, develop, deploy, and maintain Salesforce applications that support mission-critical business processes and modernization initiatives. * Build and maintain custom Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flows, Platform Events, APIs, and declarative platform capabilities. * Develop scalable workflow automation, business process improvements, and user-centered applications within Salesforce. * Build and maintain integrations between Salesforce, enterprise applications, data platforms, and external systems using APIs, middleware, and event-driven architectures. * Develop reusable components, services, and automation frameworks that accelerate development and improve maintainability. * Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Architects, UX Designers, Scrum Masters, DevSecOps Engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality Salesforce solutions. * Utilize AI-assisted and agentic development tools to accelerate software delivery, automate repetitive engineering tasks, improve code quality, and increase developer productivity. * Partner with AI-enabled engineering agents to support code generation, testing, documentation, debugging, refactoring, and deployment activities. * Leverage modern AI development platforms and intelligent engineering workflows to accelerate feature delivery while maintaining security, compliance, and quality standards. * Develop dashboards, reports, analytics, and operational insights using Salesforce reporting and CRM Analytics capabilities. * Ensure solutions align with security, governance, accessibility, compliance, and platform best practices. * Participate in Agile development activities including sprint planning, backlog refinement, peer reviews, testing, demonstrations, and continuous delivery. * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on AI-driven software engineering, automation, development acceleration, and engineering excellence. * Troubleshoot, optimize, and continuously improve Salesforce applications, integrations, automations, and platform performance. * Continuously identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and emerging Salesforce capabilities to improve mission outcomes and user experiences. ## Related Videos - [Strategies to accelerate SaaS Application Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1078-strategies-to-accelerate-saas-application-development) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Developer’s Perspective: Overview of the Tezos Blockchain Ecosystem](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/237-developer-s-perspective-overview-of-the-tezos-blockchain-ecosystem) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) - [Exploring BOS: The Blockchain Operating System by NEAR Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/781-exploring-bos-the-blockchain-operating-system-by-near-protocol) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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