Salesforce Developer at Cogent People Inc – Columbia, Maryland

Location: Columbia, MD (Hybrid/Remote – MO & WED in the office)

Residency Requirement: Candidates must have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).

Sponsorship: This position does not offer any type of sponsorship. Candidates must already be authorized to work in the U.S. (e.g., Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).

Clearance: Public Trust Clearance (or ability to obtain)

Job Overview:

Cogent People Inc. is seeking a Salesforce Developer proficient in Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flow, and data integrations, with the ability to deliver both declarative and custom-coded solutions. The ideal candidate can integrate Salesforce with AWS services, external applications, and other Salesforce organizations and collaborate effectively across teams including testing, security, and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and Flow, delivering both declarative and custom-coded solutions.
• Develop and maintain Salesforce integrations using files exchange and APIs.
• Develop and maintain AI-driven solutions leveraging Salesforce Einstein, and agentic AI architectures.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolution of production incidents.
• Collaborate effectively with operations, testing, security, and compliance teams.
• Work with DevSecOps practices such as version control or CI/CD pipelines, as applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ of hands-on experience in Salesforce development, including Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flow, Platform Events, and data integrations.
• 5+ years supporting Salesforce implementation in production environments.
• Experience developing and supporting REST/SOAP APIs and service layers.
• Experience integrating Salesforce with AWS services, external applications, MS Office 365, and other Salesforce organizations.
• Strong knowledge and experience implementing emerging AI capabilities, including Salesforce Einstein, AI agents, and agentic AI architectures.
• Ability to collaborate across teams including testing, security, and compliance.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality and accurate work.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proven ability to manage time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Salesforce Platform Developer certification(s)
• Experience in federal government programs, or regulated environments

Why Cogent People Inc.?

At Cogent People, we foster a collaborative, growth-driven environment where innovation thrives. You’ll be part of a team working on mission-critical technology solutions that make a real impact. We offer competitive salaries, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future.

As a Certified Great Place to Work, we prioritize employee satisfaction and provide a supportive, inclusive culture where every team member is valued and empowered to succeed.

Benefits:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage.

401(k) Plan: Matching contributions.

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage: Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.

Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of PTO annually, plus 10 holidays.

EEO Employer:

Cogent People Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, or any other status protected by law.