Principal Salesforce Architect

Emerson; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Salesforce Enterprise Architect to shape vision, architecture, and governance of Emerson’s global Salesforce platform. This senior role collaborates across business and technology teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions aligned with enterprise standards and digital transformation.

You will drive platform roadmaps, oversee multi-org Salesforce environments, and mentor teams while ensuring data integrity, security, and interoperability with ERP and cloud technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, information systems, engineering, or related field.
• 12+ years of progressive enterprise technology experience with at least 5 years in architecture roles spanning multiple platforms.
• Demonstrated experience as an enterprise or solution architect on large-scale Salesforce implementations in global orgs.
• Deep knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and governance contexts.
• Hands-on experience integrating Salesforce with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and enterprise middleware.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain enterprise architecture standards, design principles, and governance for Salesforce across the organization.
• Provide architectural leadership for multi-org Salesforce environments, integrations, security models, and data management strategies.
• Collaborate with solution architects, technical teams, and business stakeholders to review designs and ensure alignment with enterprise objectives.
• Partner with IT and EA leaders to drive platform roadmap decisions and technology adoption strategies.
• Ensure seamless integration between Salesforce and core enterprise platforms (ERP, data, middleware, identity management, cloud tech).
• Evaluate emerging Salesforce capabilities and related technologies for business value, scalability and readiness.
• Identify and address platform performance, scalability, security, and technical debt considerations.
• Contribute to architecture review processes, reusable design patterns, and best practices for consistency.
• Support global governance models balancing standardization with business flexibility while protecting data integrity.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Salesforce

API-led integration

Security modeling

Data management

Stakeholder collaboration

Cloud technologies

Governance

Multi-org Salesforce

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree or MBA preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Oracle ERP

Middleware

Identity management solutions

Job description

If you are a Salesforce Enterprise Architect professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you. In this highly visible leadership role, you will shape the vision, architecture, and governance of Emerson’s global Salesforce platform. Working across business and technology teams, you will ensure scalable, secure, and integrated solutions that align with enterprise standards, support business growth, and enable long-term digital transformation.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Define and maintain enterprise architecture standards, design principles, and governance processes for Salesforce across the organization.

• Provide architectural leadership and guidance for multi-org Salesforce environments, integrations, security models, and data management strategies.

• Collaborate with solution architects, technical teams, and business stakeholders to review designs and ensure alignment with enterprise objectives.

• Partner with IT and enterprise architecture leaders to drive platform roadmap decisions and technology adoption strategies.

• Ensure seamless integration between Salesforce and core enterprise platforms, including ERP, data, middleware, identity management, and cloud technologies.

• Evaluate emerging Salesforce capabilities and related technologies to determine business value, scalability, and enterprise readiness.

• Identify and address platform performance, scalability, security, and technical debt considerations to support long‑term success.

• Contribute to architecture review processes, reusable design patterns, and best practices that promote consistency and operational excellence.

• Support global governance models that balance standardization with business flexibility while protecting data integrity and platform sustainability.

Who You Are:

You see ahead to future possibilities and translate them into breakthrough strategies. You make sense of complex, high-volume, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You communicate complex concepts with clarity and confidence, adapting your approach to effectively engage technical and business audiences alike. You create alignment across diverse stakeholder groups and make sound decisions that support both immediate needs and long‑term organizational success.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field; Master's degree or MBA preferred.

• 12+ years of progressive enterprise technology experience, with at least 5 years in architecture roles spanning multiple platforms, systems, and business domains

• Demonstrated experience as an enterprise or solution architect on large-scale, multi‑org Salesforce implementations in complex, global organizations

• Deep knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and proven experience applying them in an enterprise governance context

• Hands‑on experience integrating Salesforce with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and enterprise middleware in a manufacturing or industrial B2B environment

• Approximately 20-25% travel (global)

• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience leading architecture efforts for complex, multi‑org Salesforce environments.

• Knowledge of Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud, Data Cloud, Agentforce, Incentive Compensation Management (SPIFF), or related platform solutions.

• Experience with enterprise integration technologies, including API‑led and event‑driven architectures.

• Understanding of identity and access management, cloud technologies, and enterprise security frameworks.

• Experience with master data management, data quality programs, and enterprise data architecture.

• Familiarity with manufacturing, industrial, or business‑to‑business operating environments.

• Salesforce Architect‑level certification, such as Application Architect or System Architect.

• Additional Salesforce, integration, cloud, or enterprise architecture certifications.

• Experience participating in enterprise architecture review boards or governance organizations.

• Knowledge of AI‑enabled platforms, data foundations, and emerging enterprise technologies.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

Emerson is committed to creating a globally inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, supported, and encouraged to contribute their unique experiences and perspectives. We recognize that skills and potential can be developed through many career paths and encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet every preferred qualification. Together, we drive innovation, act with integrity, collaborate to solve complex challenges, and create meaningful impact for our customers and communities.

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award‑winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.