Lead Salesforce Engineer Jobs

Explore Lead Salesforce Engineer jobs for experienced professionals who build, customize, and scale Salesforce platforms. These senior roles combine hands-on engineering with technical leadership, helping organizations translate business needs into reliable CRM solutions. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Lead Salesforce Engineer Do?

Lead Salesforce Engineers guide the design and delivery of Salesforce applications, integrations, and platform enhancements. They may establish architecture standards, review code, troubleshoot complex issues, and mentor developers. Depending on the organization, the role can span Salesforce products such as Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and the Salesforce Platform.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong Salesforce development experience, including Apex, Lightning Web Components, SOQL, and APIs. Familiarity with declarative tools, release management, automated testing, security, and integration patterns is also valuable. Lead-level candidates typically bring a record of technical ownership, cross-functional communication, and mentoring or team leadership.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Lead Salesforce Engineers work across industries and may join internal technology teams, consulting organizations, or growing businesses modernizing their customer platforms. Compensation varies with location, experience, company size, and scope of responsibility. Browse Ladders for vetted roles paying $100,000 or more and compare opportunities that match your expertise and career goals.

Find Lead Salesforce Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search current Lead Salesforce Engineer openings and explore roles focused on platform architecture, product delivery, integrations, or engineering leadership. Use job details to assess responsibilities and qualifications, then apply to opportunities aligned with your experience.

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$189K - $372K *

Engage with strategic clients as a lead AWS FDE, driving GenAI solutions from prototype to production through hands-on leadership, technical guidance, and executive collaboration, while mentoring team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering teams to create and implement GenAI solutions, driving client engagement and ensuring high-quality delivery in dynamic environments. Shape strategic technical d...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Deliver innovative GenAI solutions by leading engineering pods for strategic clients, optimizing delivery processes, removing blockers, and influencing C-suite decisions with hands-on technical expert...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Unlock your potential as you lead engineering teams driving GenAI solutions, ensuring delivery excellence and client engagement. Guide projects from prototype to production while influencing C-suite l...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead the charge in developing GenAI solutions while guiding engineering teams, influencing C-suite decisions, and driving client success through hands-on delivery and strategic planning in a collabora...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead the charge in developing and deploying GenAI solutions for key clients, creating strategies and fostering cross-functional collaboration while driving project success from prototype to production...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative GenAI solutions for strategic clients. As a key decision influencer and technical leader, you'll empower teams to overcome challenges while navigating complex...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead and innovate in GenAI solutions for strategic clients by driving engineering pods, guiding technical direction, and influencing C-suite decisions while ensuring delivery excellence and deep hands...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced engineering teams to deliver GenAI solutions for clients, translating complex business needs into strategic technology outcomes while driving project execution and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Transform client solutions by leading engineering teams to develop and deploy GenAI applications. Influence C-suite decisions, manage delivery health, and ensure high-quality executions within strateg...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $165K *

Accelerate innovation by leading cloud engineering initiatives that enhance productivity, ensure security, and drive modern software practices. Collaborate to deliver high-quality technology solutions...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $192K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Embedded Engineer, advocating for customer needs while leading innovative network solutions development across diverse embedded systems...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting top executives globally. As an Executive Assistant, you'll enhance organizational efficiency, manage schedules, and foster collaboration, all while contribut...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $145K *

Manage the day-to-day operations of top executives, ensuring efficient schedules, effective communication, and strategic support across teams, fostering a collaborative environment within a diverse, g...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $187K *

Transform energy efficiency initiatives by leading a skilled engineering team. Drive project execution, mentor talent, and enhance program delivery across multiple states, ensuring impactful cost savi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Advance technical excellence by leading software solutions, establishing architecture standards, and mentoring teams to enhance ownership and problem-solving skills, ensuring scalable and maintainable...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$149K - $156K *

Unlock potential by leading a team of Salesforce professionals to enhance system efficiencies and deliver high-quality solutions. Oversee the software development lifecycle, ensuring alignment with or...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$189K - $372K *

Shape the future of client solutions by leading agile teams in developing GenAI applications, ensuring successful project delivery and technical excellence while influencing C-suite decisions and navi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Build impactful GenAI solutions as a senior leader, collaborating with clients and engineering teams. Direct pods to ensure effective delivery and influence executive decisions for successful project...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Champion innovative GenAI solutions as a senior technical leader, guiding teams in deployed engineering pods. Influence C-suite decisions while mentoring junior engineers, ensuring delivery excellence...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Pioneer advanced GenAI solutions with senior clients, leading engineering teams and managing project execution to drive impactful results. Influence strategic decisions and foster trusted relationship...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead innovation by tackling complex GenAI challenges, driving engineering excellence in cross-functional teams. Influence C-suite decisions while developing cutting-edge solutions for clients, ensurin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead client-focused engineering pods, driving the development and deployment of GenAI solutions. Collaborate with C-suite stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers to de...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Grow your career with a team that designs and implements GenAI solutions for clients, leading innovative engineering pods that tackle challenges, elevate technology, and influence decision-making at t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of GenAI solutions, leading innovative engineering pods to deliver impactful results. Engage with top clients, mentor talent, and drive success in fast-paced enviro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Lead Salesforce Engineer do?question toggle

    A Lead Salesforce Engineer designs and develops Salesforce solutions, guides technical decisions, ensures quality and security, and often mentors engineers or coordinates delivery with business and product teams.

  • What skills are commonly required for Lead Salesforce Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include Apex, Lightning Web Components, SOQL, Salesforce APIs, platform configuration, integrations, testing, and release management. Employers may also value architecture experience and technical leadership.

  • How is a Lead Salesforce Engineer different from a Salesforce developer?question toggle

    Both roles may involve hands-on development, but a Lead Salesforce Engineer generally takes broader ownership of architecture, engineering standards, complex delivery, and mentoring or coordinating other team members.

  • What salary can I expect in a Lead Salesforce Engineer role?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, location, experience, and job scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, though compensation details and requirements differ by listing.

  • Where can I find Lead Salesforce Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Lead Salesforce Engineer listings on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and find roles aligned with your Salesforce experience.