Salesforce Architect in Columbia, Maryland at Cogent People Inc

Employment Type: Full-time, W2 position with Cogent People Inc. This is a direct hire position with full benefits.

Location: Hybrid (Columbia, MD – 2 days onsite per week) OR Remote (as applicable to role)

Work Authorization Requirements:

To comply with government contracting requirements, candidates must meet all of the following:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid EAD holder
• Must have lived in the United States for at least 3 of the past 5 years
• Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Sponsorship (H-1B) is not available for this position (now or in the future). Candidates who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

Clearance Requirement:

Public Trust Clearance required or ability to obtain one, depending on assignment.

About Cogent People Inc.

Cogent People Inc. is a government consulting and technology services firm supporting mission-critical federal and commercial programs. We deliver secure, scalable, and modern digital solutions across complex IT environments.

Our teams thrive at the intersection of engineering excellence and mission impact, building systems that matter.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Salesforce Architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable Salesforce solutions supporting federal government programs. This role blends hands-on architecture, technical leadership, and solution design across the Salesforce ecosystem.

You will work closely with stakeholders across business, engineering, security, and government program teams to design secure, high-performing, and AI-enabled Salesforce solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the architecture and delivery of end-to-end Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flow, and declarative tools.
• Define and evolve scalable system architecture, including data models, integration patterns, security frameworks, and performance optimization strategies.
• Design and implement integrations between Salesforce and external systems, including AWS, Microsoft Office 365, APIs, and other Salesforce orgs.
• Drive AI-enabled Salesforce capabilities, including Agentforce, Salesforce Einstein, and agentic AI-based solutions.
• Establish and promote DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, version control, and secure release management within Salesforce environments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business and mission requirements into technical solutions.
• Support production systems, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and issue resolution.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams and peers.
• Ensure solutions align with compliance, security, and government standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of hands-on Salesforce development experience (Apex, LWC, Flow, Platform Events, integrations).
• 5+ years of experience supporting Salesforce implementations in production environments.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical leadership or architecture role.
• Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale Salesforce solutions.
• Strong experience with system integrations, APIs, and multi-platform environments.
• Practical experience with Salesforce AI capabilities (Einstein, Agentforce, or agentic AI concepts).
• Strong understanding of Salesforce security, data architecture, and scalability principles.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including leadership and government representatives.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on building reliable, maintainable solutions.

What Will Set You Apart

• Salesforce Architect certifications (Data Architect, Integration Architect, Application Architect, System Architect, or Technical Architect).
• Salesforce Designer & Architect Credentials (Application Architect, System Architect, Technical Architect).
• Experience working on federal government or regulated enterprise programs.

Why Cogent People Inc.?

At Cogent People, we combine technical excellence with a mission-driven culture. Our teams work on meaningful, high-impact projects that support government and enterprise transformation initiatives.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to complex, mission-critical systems
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Long-term client engagements with stability and continuity

We are a Certified Great Place to Work, committed to building an inclusive and high-performance culture.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (comprehensive coverage)
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks annually + 10 paid holidays
• Employee assistance and wellness resources (if applicable)

Compliance Notice

Cogent People Inc. conducts employment verification for all candidates. Misrepresentation of work authorization, residency history, or professional experience will result in disqualification.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and evaluate all applicants based on qualifications, experience, and role requirements.

We do not engage third-party recruiters for this role unless explicitly stated.