We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) – a trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy, and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease. We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as an IT Software Engineer Principal – Salesforce Developer and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward.Job Role Description: As a Principal Salesforce Developer, you will lead the design, development, architecture, and implementation of complex Salesforce solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand their requirements and deliver scalable, high-quality solutions that drive business success. Your expertise in leading teams, driving DevOps practices, and ensuring compliance with security and data governance will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Salesforce landscape. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and architecture of Salesforce solutions, ensuring best practices, scalability, and high-quality standards.Collaborate with business leaders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design solutions that align with business strategy.Mentor and guide junior developers, providing technical leadership and ensuring adherence to development best practices.Perform code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure maintainable, high-quality code.Stay updated with Salesforce releases, industry trends, and AI-driven Salesforce capabilities, recommending new features and improvements.Troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing Salesforce applications and integrations.Drive the adoption of DevOps, CI/CD, and automation practices for deployments, testing, and monitoring.Manage complex integrations between Salesforce and other systems, ensuring data integrity and security.Ensure that Salesforce solutions adhere to security, compliance, and data governance best practices.Lead change management efforts, including documentation, training, and user adoption of new solutions. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.7+ years of experience in Salesforce development with a strong understanding of the Salesforce platform.Expertise in Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Components, and Salesforce APIs.Extensive experience designing scalable Salesforce architecture, including complex integrations, security models, and data models.Strong experience with Salesforce declarative tools (Process Builder, Flow, etc.).Proficiency in Salesforce DX, version control systems (e.g., Git), and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment.Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.Salesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Certified Architect, Salesforce Certified Platform Developer) are highly preferred.Familiarity with AI-driven Salesforce solutions (e.g., Salesforce Einstein) is a plus.Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to lead teams and work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.Proven experience in leading development teams through full development lifecycles, with a focus on continuous improvement and best practices. If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with, and to enjoy:30 days of earned leave plus an extra day off for your birthday, and various other leaves like marriage leave, casual leave, maternity leave, and paternity leave.Premium group medical insurance for employees and up to 5 dependents, personal accident insurance coverage, and life insurance coverage.Professional development reimbursement.Interest subsidy on loans – either vehicle or personal loans.