Software Engineering PMTS - Engineering Excellence

Salesforce, Inc..; Dublin; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent technology company in Dublin is seeking a seasoned software architect to lead the design of large-scale infrastructure platforms. The role requires over 12 years of experience in software development, specializing in Java and cloud platforms like AWS. The successful candidate will guide engineering teams and drive innovation in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of professional software development experience with expert-level proficiency in Java.
• Proven track record of architecting large-scale distributed systems.
• Expert-level mastery of cloud platforms, particularly AWS.

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead the design of multi-region infrastructure platforms.
• Define technical strategy and roadmaps for engineering platforms.
• Lead proof-of-concepts and conduct platform research.

Skills

Java

AWS

Kubernetes

Terraform

CI/CD

Analytical Problem-Solving

Microservices Architecture

Exceptional Communication

Job description

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Architect & Innovate: Architect and lead the design of large-scale, multi-region infrastructure platforms and automation systems that directly improve the developer experience.
• Define Strategy: Define the technical strategy and roadmaps for our core engineering platform\'s evolution and modernization, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Drive Innovation: Lead proof-of-concepts, evaluate new and emerging technologies, and conduct platform research to keep our engineering capabilities at the forefront of the industry.
• Mentor & Lead: Mentor and develop senior and mid-level engineers, providing expert technical guidance, fostering a culture of excellence, and supporting their career development.

Required Skills & Experience

• Core Technical Expertise: 12+ years of professional software development experience, with expert-level, hands-on proficiency in Java. A strong understanding of the Salesforce Platform is required, including deep familiarity with its APIs (e.g., Metadata, Tooling, REST), declarative automation (Flows), and security model (Profiles, Permission Sets).
• System Architecture: Proven track record of architecting and implementing large-scale, distributed systems serving thousands of users.
• Analytical Problem-Solving: A demonstrated ability to analyze complex, large-scale systems to identify and address root causes of instability, performance bottlenecks, or technical debt.
• Cloud Mastery: Expert-level mastery of cloud platforms (AWS) including advanced services (e.g., networking, security, serverless) and enterprise features.
• Containerization & Orchestration: Deep expertise in containerization platforms (Kubernetes, service mesh, advanced orchestration patterns).
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Comprehensive experience with IaC at scale using tools like Terraform Enterprise or custom-built solutions.
• CI/CD Architecture: Expert knowledge of CI/CD platform architecture, including Jenkins Enterprise, GitHub Actions, and custom pipeline orchestration.
• Distributed Systems: Deep understanding of microservices architecture, event-driven patterns, and platform scalability challenges.
• Product Mindset: A strong ability to think from a user\'s perspective, contribute to product strategy, and make pragmatic technical and design decisions.
• Exceptional Communication: Proven ability to present complex data to diverse audiences. You are a clear, logical communicator who is comfortable in a room with senior leadership.

Desired Skills

• Ecosystem Experience: Prior experience working on large-scale Salesforce implementations for enterprise customers is a significant asset.
• Broader Platform Knowledge: Familiarity with the wider Salesforce ecosystem, including integration platforms like MuleSoft and data visualization tools like Tableau
• Data Platforms: Advanced expertise with modern database and data platforms (e.g., data lakes, streaming platforms like Kafka).
• Polyglot Programming: Professional experience with other languages such as Python or NodeJS.
• Regulatory compliance knowledge (SOX, FedRAMP, GDPR, industry-specific requirements)

Growth & Impact

This role positions you as a key technical leader within Salesforce\'s engineering organization, with direct influence on platform strategy affecting thousands of engineers. You\'ll have opportunities to drive industry-leading innovations while building and leading world-class engineering teams. The position offers clear progression paths toward higher-level Principal Engineer, Engineering Management, or specialized technical leadership roles.