Senior Salesforce Practice Architect (Remote)

ICF Olson; United States; Remote; USD 144,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking an experienced Salesforce Practice Architect to lead enterprise-scale Salesforce solutions for public sector and federal clients. The role combines hands-on design with strategic engagement, guiding opportunities, and shaping technical approaches while advancing the Salesforce practice.

The position emphasizes capture, proposals, and growth, with remote work available and travel up to 10%. Candidates must have 12+ years Salesforce experience and EA leadership capabilities to drive

Qualifications

• 12+ years designing and implementing Salesforce or comparable SaaS enterprise solutions.
• 5+ years leading the development of complex solutions with EA, integrations, security, scalability.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust and/or Security Clearance.
• Must reside and work within the United States.
• Certified in one or more mainline certifications, with preference for Salesforce Architect certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical solutioning for high-priority bids and opportunities.
• Support capture activities and guide business development teams.
• Design scalable Salesforce ecosystems for public sector clients.
• Serve as trusted advisor to internal leaders and clients.

Skills

Salesforce

Enterprise architecture

Public sector

Solution design

Leadership

Capture & proposals

Tools

MuleSoft

Codex / LLM tools

Agentic AI workflows

Job description

Role Overview

ICF’s Digital Modernization Division is seeking an experienced, growth-oriented Salesforce Practice Architect to support enterprise digital transformation initiatives for public sector and federal clients. This is a high-visibility leadership role focused on driving scalable, platform-based Salesforce solutions that align to mission outcomes and long-term modernization goals. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in designing and delivering complex Salesforce ecosystems and serves as a trusted advisor to both internal leaders and clients. This role combines hands-on solutioning with strategic engagement - supporting early-stage client conversations, shaping technical approaches, and leading solution design for high-priority opportunities. A strong emphasis is placed on capture and proposal support, where the architect will own technical solutioning for key bids, guide business development teams, and help expand ICF’s Salesforce practice through innovative, compliant, and competitive solutions.

Why Senior Architects Join ICF

Opportunity to shape highly visible public sector transformation programs. Ability to influence both pursuits and delivery outcomes - not just one or the other. Access to complex enterprise architecture challenges across federal and state agencies. Strong partnership ecosystem across Salesforce and adjacent platforms. Entrepreneurial environment where architects help shape offerings, innovation, and strategy. Collaborative culture that values technical leadership, mentorship, and mission impact.

Work Environment & Travel

100% remote work anywhere outside of a 50-mile radius of Washington, DC is acceptable (preferred alignment with Eastern Time). However, prefer candidates in the Metro DMV area so they can be onsite ICF HQ or client site for meetings, when needed. Up to 10% travel may be required, including occasional meetings in the Metro DMV area.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience designing and implementing Salesforce or comparable SaaS enterprise solutions
• 5+ years of experience leading the development of complex solutions with a strong enterprise architecture background, including integrations, security, scalability, and platform governance
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust and/or Security Clearance
• Must reside and work within the United States
• Certified in one or more mainline certifications, with preference for the following: Salesforce Certified Application Architect Salesforce Certified System Architect Salesforce Certified Data Architect Salesforce Certified Integration Architect Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified in one or more mainline certifications, with preference for the following: Salesforce Certified OmniStudio Consultant Salesforce Certified Public Sector Solutions Accreditation Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I Salesforce Certified Agentforce Specialist
• Experience with: Salesforce Public Sector Solutions (PSS) OmniStudio MuleSoft Salesforce Data 360 Agentforce / AI-enabled Salesforce capabilities
• Experience supporting Department of War (Defense), civilian federal agencies, or FedRAMP/high-security environments preferred
• Demonstrated experience balancing client-facing solutioning/pursuit work with hands-on architecture and delivery leadership
• Experience supporting proposals, oral presentations, technical demonstrations, and executive-level client discussions.
• Experience leading large-scale public sector modernization initiatives
• Prior consulting or systems integrator experience supporting enterprise clients
• Hands-on experience using Codex, LLM-based tools, and agentic AI workflows to accelerate software delivery within Salesforce environments.

Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.

To request an accommodation, please [e-mail] we will be happy to assist.

All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $144,381.00 - $245,448.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

About ICF

About ICF ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.