Principal Engineer - Salesforce

1 Month ago • 9 Years + • Software Development & Engineering

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Principal Salesforce Engineer, you will be a hands-on technical leader, responsible for building robust, scalable, and integrated Salesforce solutions to support global sales operations. Your responsibilities include leading architecture and development of Salesforce solutions using Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Components, LWC, and Flows. You will also be responsible for developing scalable and secure Salesforce integrations using REST/SOAP APIs, middleware, and third-party platforms. Furthermore, you'll act as a technical partner to Sales, translate operational needs into solutions, and improve the incident triage, request management, and resolution processes. You will be implementing tactical solutions and leading long-term improvements across platforms.
Must have:
  • 9+ years of Salesforce development experience.
  • Proficiency in Apex, LWC, and Visualforce.
  • Experience with Salesforce integrations and DevOps practices.
  • Working experience with AWS services.
  • Proficiency in Python scripting.
Good to have:
  • Experience with Customer Success Management.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Job Details

Job Requisition ID #

24WD76023

Position Overview

Autodesk is seeking a Principal Salesforce Engineer with strong AWS and Sales Cloud experience to join our high-impact Enterprise Business Support Operations team. You’ll be a hands-on technical leader, responsible for building robust, scalable, and integrated Salesforce solutions that support our global sales operations and enterprise workflows.

This is a pivotal role for a seasoned Principal Engineer and AWS practitioner who can bridge the gap between business needs and scalable technology. You will lead architectural discussions, solve complex business problems with clean and maintainable code, and coach team members while working across global teams and multiple time zones.
Key Responsibilities

Salesforce Architecture & Development
  • Lead the architecture, design, and development of Salesforce solutions using Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Components, LWC, and Flows.
  • Own end-to-end design for complex business processes including lead routing, opportunity management, and approval workflows.
  • Develop scalable and secure Salesforce integrations using REST/SOAP APIs, middleware, and third-party platforms.

AWS Integration & Cloud Operations
  • Architect and build integrations between Salesforce and AWS services .
  • Utilize Python and scripting tools for automation, custom connectors, and orchestration.
Operational Excellence
  • Act as a technical partner to Sales, translating operational needs into sustainable and scalable Salesforce and AWS solutions.
  • Own and improve the process of incident triage, request management, and resolution of data sync issues or workflow failures.
  • Implement tactical solutions and lead long-term improvements across platforms.

Governance & Compliance
  • Ensure data integrity, access controls, and compliance with internal security and external regulations.
  • Manage access to Salesforce dashboards, reports, and integrated AWS environments in line with governance policies.
Leadership & Collaboration
  • Mentor junior developers and support onboarding through documentation and knowledge-sharing.
  • Lead cross-functional project teams involving admins, analysts, and third-party vendors.
  • Collaborate globally with peers, business stakeholders, and technical leaders to drive end-to-end project success.
Documentation & Enablement
  • Maintain clear, comprehensive documentation of systems, data models, workflows, and integrations.
  • Facilitate training sessions and enablement for Salesforce users and developers.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (preferred).
  • Salesforce certifications (e.g., Platform Developer II, Application Architect, System Architect).
  • 9+ years of experience in Salesforce development, including at least 5+ years in complex integrated enterprise environments.
  • Hands-on experience with Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Salesforce partner ecosystem.
  • Proficiency in Apex, LWC, Visualforce, and declarative tools (Flows, Workflow Rules, Process Builder).
  • Deep experience with Salesforce integrations, ETL/data migration, and DevOps practices (CI/CD).
  • Working experience with AWS services: Lambda, SQS, CloudWatch, and integration patterns with Salesforce.
  • Proficiency in Python scripting for automation or integration.
  • Knowledge of data security, role-based access control, and SOX/compliance in enterprise platforms.

Preferred Skills
  • Experience with Customer Success Management or related sales-supporting systems.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with distributed global teams.

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About Autodesk
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on discretionary annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock or long-term incentive cash grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Diversity & Belonging
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging

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