Federal Senior Salesforce Developer

Thunder, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits with Sequoia

Ownership & Impact

Level Up Your Career

Work from anywhere (remote)

People-First Flexibility

Job summary

Thunder, Inc is seeking a Senior Salesforce Developer for Federal Delivery to design, develop, and deploy secure Salesforce solutions for government agencies. The role is remote US-based with potential in-person visits to Virginia offices.

You will work with architects and analysts to translate mission requirements into scalable designs, ensure FedRAMP/NIST compliance, and drive secure integrations. US citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance are required; Salesforce certifications

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Salesforce development experience (Apex, LWC, secure integrations).
• Experience integrating Salesforce with Federal legacy systems.
• Strong troubleshooting in cleared environments.
• Proficiency in Flow Builder and Data Cloud.
• Security-focused development practices in Federal delivery.
• Experience with Agile, backlog prioritization.
• US Citizenship with ability to obtain security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Salesforce Platform Developer I Certification required.
• Preferred: Agentforce Specialist, Service Cloud Consultant, Platform Developer II, AI Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Develop Apex classes, triggers, and Lightning Web Components.
• Implement business logic, automation, and integrations for Case and Knowledge objects.
• Ensure compliance with FedRAMP, NIST, and agency protocols.
• Collaborate with BAs and Solution Architects to translate requirements into designs.
• Participate in code reviews and support UAT testing for security compliance.

Skills

Apex & LWC

Secure API integrations

FedRAMP/NIST

Git & CI/CD (Federal)

Agile backlog mgmt

Troubleshooting in cleared envs

US Citizenship + security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Senior Salesforce Developer - Salesforce Federal Delivery

Location: Remote (US-based). Possible in-person expectations include visits with customers, Salesforce offices, and Thunder offices in Tysons Corner, VA.

Employment Type: This is a contingent role based upon a successful bid award.

Role Summary: You will design, develop, and deploy secure Salesforce solutions that redefine how agencies interact with constituents. You will be at the forefront of modernizing Government services, helping Federal agencies leverage AI and autonomous workflows to increase efficiency and mission delivery. This role collaborates with Technical Architects, Business Analysts, and Program Managers to implement customized, scalable, and compliant Salesforce solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and configure Apex classes, triggers, and Lightning Web Components
• Implement business logic, automation, and integration solutions for the Case and Knowledge objects in compliance with Federal standards.
• Ensure all developments comply with Federal security standards, including FedRAMP, NIST guidelines, and agency-specific protocols
• Collaborate with BAs and Solution Architects to translate complex mission requirements into high-impact technical designs.
• Participate in code reviews and support testing/troubleshooting during UAT to ensure compliance with strict Federal security requirements.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of hands-on Salesforce development experience specializing in Apex, LWC, and secure API integrations.
• Prior experience integrating Salesforce into Federal legacy systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills in complex, cleared environments.
• Proficiency in Apex, LWC, Flow Builder, and Data Cloud
• Experience with secure development practices, Git, and CI/CD pipelines in Federal delivery environments.
• Practical expertise in Agile methodology, including managing scrum calls and prioritizing backlogs for complex programs.
• US Citizenship required, with ability and willingness to obtain security clearance(s)
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Required: Salesforce Platform Developer I Certification
• Preferred: Salesforce Certified Agentforce Specialist, Service Cloud Consultant, Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II, and/or Salesforce Certified AI Specialist
• Proven experience or deep training in Agentforce configuration, prompt engineering, and Einstein AI toolsis highly preferred

Why Thunder? Because You Deserve More Than Just a Job.

• A Culture of Builders – We’re a remote-first, global team of curious, collaborative problem-solvers. You’ll have the opportunity to refine processes, solve challenges, and help shape the future of Salesforce and Amazon consulting. If you’re excited to build, innovate, and grow, you’ll fit right in.
• Forge Your Own Path – At Thunder, you’re not just filling a role—you’re shaping it. Whether it’s jumping into presales, refining our methodology, or building something entirely new, the opportunity to innovate is yours to take.

Perks In Store for You:

• Comprehensive Benefits with Sequoia – Medical, Dental, Vision, and Employer-Paid Life/Disability Insurance to keep you and your loved ones covered.
• Ownership & Impact – Stock options in a fast-moving, high-growth company. Every employee plays a part in what we’re building. Come make your mark!
• Level Up Your Career – Real opportunities to grow your Salesforce and Amazon expertise through mentorship, certifications, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology.
• Work from anywhere (well, almost) - Enjoy the freedom of remote work, flexible PTO (with a 2-week minimum!), and generous leave policies - because the best work happens where you’re happiest.
• People-First Flexibility – We’re always listening, evolving, and adapting. Your feedback helps shape our policies, ensuring you can thrive - professionally and personally.