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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Salesforce Developer / Architect - Remote - **Company:** Optum, Inc - **Location:** Eden Prairie, MN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $112,700.0 - $193,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Salesforce Object Search Language (SOSL), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Applications Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Batch Processing, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Relational Databases, Software Design Patterns, Middleware, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), Release Management, Cloud Services, Salesforce.Com, Systems Architecture, TypeScript, Apex Code, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Informatica Powercenter, Spring-boot, Boomi, SOAPAPI, Technical Debt, Backend, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Enterprise Integration, Apache Kafka, Salesforce Object Query Language (SOQL), Devsecops, Mulesoft, Microservices - **Published:** October 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=058177a0aedab855 ## About the Role We are seeking a hands-on Salesforce Developer / Solution Architect to join our technology organization. In this role, you will design and deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable Salesforce solutions integrated with traditional enterprise applications. You will combine strong Salesforce expertise with extensive experience in Java, .NET, APIs, databases, middleware, cloud platforms, and legacy modernization, while championing AI-Driven Development Lifecycle (AIDLC) adoption across engineering teams. You will evaluate implementation options across Salesforce and backend services, establish reusable design patterns, and drive platform security and performance., * Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of equivalent enterprise application development or solution architecture experience * 10+ years of experience in enterprise application development or solution architecture * 5+ years of hands-on Salesforce development and architecture experience, including Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flows, SOQL, Salesforce security, data modeling, and governor limits * 2+ years of experience in AI-driven development lifecycle (AIDLC) or AI-assisted engineering practices * Experience with Service Cloud, Sales Cloud, Experience Cloud, Field Service, or Health Cloud * Hands-on development experience in Java / J2EE, Spring Boot, .NET/C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, or comparable technologies * Experience with REST / SOAP APIs, microservices, event-driven architecture, batch processing, and enterprise integration * Experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and cloud platforms (AWS or Azure), including DevSecOps, containers, and release management tools (Git, Salesforce CLI, CI/CD) Preferred Qualifications: * Salesforce Application Architect, System Architect, Platform Developer II, Integration Architect, or Data Architect certification * Experience with integration technologies such as MuleSoft, Kafka, Informatica, or Boomi * Experience modernizing legacy applications into Salesforce-enabled or cloud-native solutions * Experience in healthcare or another regulated enterprise environment ## Description * Lead hands-on development and end-to-end solution architecture for Salesforce platforms and related enterprise applications * Design end-to-end solutions across Salesforce and integrated enterprise platforms using Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flows, SOQL/SOSL, platform events, and asynchronous processing * Define API, integration, security, data, deployment, and non-functional architecture to ensure platform security, scalability, performance, and compliance * Integrate Salesforce with Java/.NET applications, databases, middleware, cloud services, and third-party platforms, evaluating optimal capability placement across systems * Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with an emphasis on responsible use of AI, while championing AI-Driven Development Lifecycle (AIDLC) adoption across engineering teams * Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, evaluate emerging trends, and drive continuous improvement * Lead architecture reviews, technical design sessions, code reviews, and provide implementation guidance to support application modernization and technical-debt reduction * Establish reusable design patterns, development standards, CI/CD practices, and architecture guardrails while communicating solution options, risks, dependencies, and trade-offs to stakeholders You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.