Forward-Deployed AI Engineer for National Missions

salesforce.com, inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Salesforce.com, inc. is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer for public sector work across defense, intelligence, and aerospace missions.

You will design, build, and deploy bespoke Salesforce solutions, partnering with internal teams to deliver secure, scalable systems that meet real-world government needs. The role emphasizes hands-on development with AI/LLM, data integration, and end-to-end delivery, including working in regulated environments and traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of software engineering, solutions architecture, or systems integration.
• BS in Computer Science or related engineering discipline.
• Programming in JavaScript, Java, Python, or Apex.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy tailored Salesforce solutions for defense, intelligence, and aerospace missions.
• Collaborate with product and engineering to co-develop platform features for public sector needs.
• Integrate AI/ML models, data pipelines, and automation for mission-critical operations.

Skills

JavaScript

Java

Python

Apex

AI/LLM

API design

ETL

Data analytics

Security clearance

Education

B.S. in CS or related field

Tools

Salesforce Platform

Data Cloud

Agentforce Platform

Tableau/CRM Analytics

Job description

Salesforce.com, inc. is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer for public sector work across defense, intelligence, and aerospace missions.

You will design, build, and deploy bespoke Salesforce solutions, partnering with internal teams to deliver secure, scalable systems that meet real-world government needs. The role emphasizes hands-on development with AI/LLM, data integration, and end-to-end delivery, including working in regulated environments and traveling as needed.