Missionforce - Senior/Lead Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE), Public Sector

Salesforce

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Work type
Remote
Location
Remote
Salary
$148,500–$365,200 / yr
Posted
82 days ago

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Above market

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This role $257k
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This role pays more than 92% of similar roles. Most pay $150,000–$222,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $257k versus about $186k for comparable roles.

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Salesforce is the world''s leading customer relationship management (CRM) platform, offering cloud-based software for sales, service, marketing, analytics, and application development. Industry: Enterprise Software & Cloud Computing

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TL;DR · Missionforce - Senior/Lead Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE), Public Sector

Join Salesforce as a senior-level Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) in the Public Sector team, where you will drive the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions for mission-critical work within the U.S. Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and Aerospace & Allied Nations. You’ll design bespoke systems using Salesforce’s Agentforce platform and other advanced technologies, collaborate closely with mission owners to understand complex operational challenges, and mentor junior team members while ensuring successful implementation from concept to deployment. This role requires expertise in programming languages like JavaScript, Java, Python, or Apex, extensive experience with AI/LLM integration, data modeling, and enterprise data platforms such as Salesforce Data Cloud and Snowflake. Ideal candidates have a strong background in secure environments, proven leadership skills, and the ability to travel up to 50% of the time for customer engagements.

What you'll do

  • Design and develop bespoke AI solutions using Salesforce’s Agentforce platform.
  • Lead technical engagements with mission owners to understand complex operational challenges.
  • Implement cutting-edge commercial innovations into defense and intelligence environments.
  • Drive innovation by co-designing features that strengthen national security outcomes.
  • Own the entire data lifecycle, from strategic design to hands-on building of pipelines.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in end-to-end delivery of high-quality, scalable production solutions.
  • Expert proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, Java, Python, or Apex.
  • Extensive experience building and deploying AI/LLM-based solutions with advanced integration techniques.
  • Deep expertise in data modeling, processing, and analytics using enterprise data platforms like Salesforce Data Cloud.
  • Proven ability to lead technical engagements, mentor junior team members, and oversee project technical aspects.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required for the role.
  • U.S. citizenship without dual nationality, meeting stringent government screening standards.

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