Salesforce Principal Architect

About the role
As a Salesforce Principal Architect, you will make an impact by leading the design and implementation of Salesforce solutions that enable seamless integration and scalability for enterprise clients. You will be a valued member of our Technology & Engineering team and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, development teams, and solution architects to deliver innovative solutions.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

In this role, you will:

• Define and drive Salesforce architecture strategy across multiple projects and business units.
• Lead end-to-end solution design, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Salesforce with SAP and other enterprise systems.
• Oversee DevOps processes for Salesforce deployments, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to development teams.

Work model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring regular presence at our Lexington, MA office. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

What you need to have to be considered

• Proven experience as a Salesforce Architect with expertise in enterprise-level implementations.
• Strong knowledge of Salesforce platform capabilities, including Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and custom development.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps practices for Salesforce environments.
• Expertise in SAP and Salesforce (SDFC) integration.
• Ability to design scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions.

These will help you stand out

• Salesforce certifications (e.g., Certified Technical Architect, Application Architect).
• Experience in large-scale digital transformation projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until December 11th, 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $121,000 - $170,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

· Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

· Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

· 401(k) plan and contributions

· Long-term/Short-term Disability

· Paid Parental Leave

· Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.