Missionforce - Associate Forward Deployed Engineer (fde), Public Sector

Salesforce

Base: $96,300 - $176,700 annually; bonus/equity: i...
Not specified (assumed to be hybrid based on the nature of the role involving travel to customer sites).
U.s. citizenship required without dual citizenship
Active ts/sci clearance with polygraph
Hands-on software engineering experience
Salesforce is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer for its Public Sector team, focusing on delivering innovative AI solutions to defense, intelligence, and aerospace sectors. The role requires a hands-on, mission-driven engineer with a strong technical background and the ability to collaborate closely with end-users to implement tailored solutions

Job Summary

  • This role involves deploying cutting-edge commercial AI innovations into mission-critical defense and intelligence environments.
  • Candidates must be U.S. citizens with an active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph to meet government screening standards.
  • The position offers a base salary range of $96,300 to $176,700 annually along with comprehensive benefits including equity and bonuses.

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Salesforce is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer for its Public Sector team, focusing on delivering innovative AI solutions to defense, intelligence, and aerospace sectors. The role requires a hands-on, mission-driven engineer with a strong technical background and the ability to collaborate closely with end-users to implement tailored solutions.

Salary

Base: $96,300 - $176,700 annually; Bonus/Equity: Includes company bonus, incentive, and equity; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • U.S. citizenship required without dual citizenship
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
  • Hands-on software engineering experience
  • AI and LLM technology integration skills
  • Data integration and API design proficiency
  • Salesforce platform development expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in defense or aerospace industries
  • Familiarity with IL5/IL6 security requirements
  • Conversational AI solution development background
  • Salesforce Data Cloud and Agentforce knowledge
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work in ambiguous fast-moving environments

Key Requirements

  • 3-7 years of software engineering experience
  • Must be a U.S. citizen (born or naturalized)
  • No dual citizenship allowed
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
  • Proficiency in JavaScript, Java, Python, or Apex
  • Background investigation acceptance required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (no dual citizenship) and Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

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