Software Development Engineer III - Salesforce

F5 Networks, Inc.; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

F5 Networks, Inc. is seeking an experienced Software Development Engineer to design and build scalable full-stack solutions.

You will specialize in Salesforce customization (Apex, Aura, LWC) and integrate with external systems while leveraging agentic frameworks to automate processes. Responsibilities include developing on AWS, maintaining CI/CD pipelines, and applying AI-assisted techniques to optimize workflows within an Agile team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-stack development experience with Salesforce and agentic frameworks.
• Advanced Salesforce skills: Apex, Aura, LWC; experience with AgentForce or similar.
• Strong exposure to AWS services and secure integration patterns.

Responsibilities

• Design reliable full-stack solutions translating complex requirements into scalable systems.
• Develop Salesforce features (Apex, Aura, LWC) and integrate with external systems using secure patterns.
• Build and maintain cloud services on AWS; manage CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.
• Apply AI-assisted workflows to optimize development and automate processes.
• Collaborate with architects and product stakeholders in an Agile environment.
• Monitor, improve performance, security, and reliability of applications.

Skills

Full-stack development

Salesforce

Agentic frameworks

AWS

React

TypeScript

Java Spring Boot

Python

PostgreSQL

CosmosDB

Apex / LWC / Aura

CI/CD / DevOps

AI-assisted workflows

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

PostgreSQL

CosmosDB

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

AWS

Job description

At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving digital world. We are passionate about cybersecurity, from protecting consumers from fraud to enabling companies to focus on innovation. Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive.

Why do you want to join our team?

Life at F5 is never dull. We are constantly identifying industry trends and disruptions, then innovating to get ahead of future customer needs-creating application services that help the world's leading organizations deliver their critical business apps faster and with the highest levels of flexibility, security, performance, and support. But our success isn’t driven solely by what we do. We care deeply about how we do it. At F5, our culture is how we live every single day. This produces extraordinary results-not only for our customers but also for our employees. We are committed to a culture that supports your whole life. Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to build and support the most exciting missions in the world! You get the adventure and independence of working at a start-up without any of the financial risks because you are supported by a growing Fortune 1000 technology company.

What will you do?

Our Software Development Engineer provides software development support by analyzing business requirements to design and develop appropriate system solutions. They bring technical expertise in evaluating, designing, developing, deploying, monitoring, and supporting systems and procedures that are cost-effective and improve work efficiency. The Software Development Engineer also collaborates with Enterprise and Solution Architects to ensure applications meet company service level standards and roadmap requirements.

Primary Responsibilities will include:

• Design Reliable Full-Stack Solutions: Analyze and translate complex business requirements into scalable, reusable, and future-proof system solutions.
• Develop full-stack applications (Salesforce front-end and back-end customizations) with occasional work on cross-platform frameworks like React, Next.js, or Python to enable broader solutions.
• Agentic Frameworks Expertise: Develop and implement solutions using agentic frameworks such as AgentForce, or an equivalent, for automating processes and driving efficiency.
• Salesforce Development: Create robust Salesforce features (Apex, Aura, LWC components) with secure and high-performance design. Seamlessly integrate Salesforce with external/internal systems and authentication patterns (e.g., OAuth).
• AI-Driven Enhancements: Apply AI-driven tools like Copilot or Codex to optimize workflows and introduce predictive and automation features into systems.
• Cloud and AWS Development: Build, deploy, and maintain services using AWS ecosystem tools. Adapt integration practices with secure authentication methods such as API Gateway and IAM roles.
• CI/CD, DevOps, and Agile: Manage CI/CD pipelines for seamless application deployment using tools like GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps. Collaborate within an Agile/Scrum environment, engaging dynamically with architects and product stakeholders.
• Monitor and Improve Systems: Partner with reliability engineers to ensure applications meet performance, security, and operational needs. Identify opportunities for innovation using AI tools to enhance automation and productivity.
• Other Responsibilities: Uphold F5's Business Code of Ethics and promptly report any violations. Contribute to company culture through teamwork and innovation. Provide excellent customer service and support to both internal and external stakeholders.

What do you need to be successful in this role?

• Experience & Expertise: 5+ years of full-stack development experience at scale, with strong exposure to Salesforce and agentic frameworks (e.g., AgentForce or other). Advanced Salesforce skills: AgentForce, Data Cloud, Apex, Aura, and Lightning Web Components. Proven ability to build solutions using agentic platforms for process automation and scalability. Solid understanding of AWS services (deployment, authentication, integration patterns).
• Technical Skills: Proficient in web development and cross-platform frameworks (React, TypeScript, Java Spring Boot, Python). Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, CosmosDB). Competence in leveraging AI-assisted workflows for development cycles and automation.
• Soft Skills & Values: Strong communication skills, Agile methodology experience, and problem-solving abilities. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent field. Commitment to teamwork, innovation, and customer-centric results.

Our values:

• Excellence
• Integrity
• Collaboration
• Customer Loyalty
• Profitable Growth
• Innovation
• Employee Success
• Diversity

The Job Description is intended to be a general representation of the responsibilities and requirements of the job. However, the description may not be all-inclusive, and responsibilities and requirements are subject to change. Please note that F5 only contacts candidates through F5 email address (ending with @f5.com) or auto email notification from Workday (ending with f5.com or @myworkday.com).

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of F5 to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, sensory, physical, or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination. F5 offers a variety of reasonable accommodations for candidates. Requesting an accommodation is completely voluntary. F5 will assess the need for accommodations in the application process separately from those that may be needed to perform the job. Request by contacting [e-mail].

Hybrid

• Employees within 30 commutable miles of an F5 office are required to work from the office a minimum of 30 business days per quarter.

Remote

• Primarily work from designated home location but can come into an F5 office to work or travel to an offsite location as needed.

Together, we're building a better digital world. Founded in 1996, F5 is a global leader in application delivery and security. Our premier platform helps customers secure and deliver every app, API, and piece of infrastructure across all environments. Backed by over three decades of expertise and 553 patents, our solutions protect against threats while ensuring fast, reliable digital experiences. With over 6,400 employees, we serve more than 23,000 customers in over 170 countries. To continue this work, we need people like you—the best minds in the industry. We're committed to a unique, human-first culture that encourages authenticity, prioritizes diversity and inclusion, and fosters the growth and success of our employees.