Salesforce Software Engineer

Principal Financial Group • Des Moines, IA

74d • $81,900 - $158,400 • Remote

About The Position

We're looking for a Salesforce Developer who's passionate about building solutions that make a real impact. In this role, you'll design, develop, and maintain customized Salesforce applications that streamline processes and enhance user experience across the organization. You'll collaborate with business partners, analysts, and technical teams to translate business requirements into effective, scalable Salesforce solutions.

Requirements

• Associate's or bachelor's degree (preference in a computer science, technology, engineering or math-related field or equivalent experience) and 3+ years work experience or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and SOQL/SOSL.
• Experience with Salesforce configuration including UI, data model, and security models.
• Experience with Salesforce integrations (REST/SOAP APIs, AWS, etc.).
• Familiarity with Salesforce data architecture, user interface design, security, and DevOps practices.
• Excellent planning, organizational, problem-solving, analytical, decision-making and communication skills required.
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern web development practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement custom Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Components, Flows, and related technologies.
• Configure and maintain Salesforce Lightning UI and security to ensure proper data access and meet organizational needs.
• Integrate Salesforce with external systems using APIs and event driven architecture.
• Maintain and improve existing Salesforce applications, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Participate in system testing, debugging, deployment, and support of updates and new features.
• Collaborate with business users and stakeholders to analyze requirements and deliver practical, efficient solutions.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, data models, and process flows.
• Stay current on Salesforce platform updates and best practices to continuously improve our ecosystem.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) for salaried employees.
• Pension eligibility.
• Opportunity to participate in a bonus program for non-sales positions.
• Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives and bonus plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree