Employment Type: Full-time, W2 position with Cogent People Inc. 
This is a direct hire position with full benefits.  

Location: Hybrid (Columbia, MD – 2 days onsite per week) OR Remote (as applicable to role)  

Work Authorization Requirements:  
To comply with government contracting requirements, candidates must meet all of the following:  

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid EAD holder   
• Must have lived in the United States for at least 3 of the past 5 years   
• Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship   

Sponsorship (H-1B) is not available for this position (now or in the future). Candidates who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.  

Clearance Requirement:  
Public Trust Clearance required or ability to obtain one, depending on assignment.  

About Cogent People Inc.  

Cogent People Inc. is a government consulting and technology services firm supporting mission-critical federal and commercial programs. We specialize in delivering secure, scalable, and high-impact solutions across modern IT environments.  

We are committed to hiring qualified professionals who meet both technical and compliance requirements for regulated environments. 

Job Overview: 

Cogent People Inc. is seeking a skilled and motivated Salesforce Architect to join our innovative IT team. In this role, you will develop Salesforce solutions in support of the Federal Government. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in all aspects of Salesforce platform (Apex, LWC, Flow, data integrations), experience with Agentic AI, and DevSecOps practices as applies to Salesforce. 

Responsibilities: 

• Design, develop and maintain end-to-end Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and Flow, delivering both declarative and custom-coded solutions. 
• Define data models, integration patterns, security models, and scalability strategies. 
• Develop and maintain Salesforce integrations using files exchange and APIs. 
• Develop and maintain AI-driven solutions leveraging AgentForce, Einstein, and agentic AI architectures. 
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolution of production incidents. 
• Collaborate effectively with program stakeholders, including business/operations, technology teams, and government officials. 
• Define and enforce DevSecOps practices such as version control or CI/CD pipelines, as applicable. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 
• 8+ of hands-on experience in Salesforce development, including Apex, Lightning Web Components, Flow, Platform Events, and data integrations. 
• 5+ years supporting Salesforce implementation in production environments. 
• 3+ years of experience in technology leadership role (e.g., architect or team lead) 
• Proven experience architecting, delivering, and supporting production Salesforce systems. 
• Experience integrating Salesforce with AWS services, external applications, MS Office 365, and other Salesforce organizations. 
• Strong knowledge and experience implementing emerging AI capabilities, including AgentForce, Salesforce Einstein, AI agents, and agentic AI architectures. 
• Ability to collaborate across teams including testing, security, and compliance. 
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality and accurate work.  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams, including ability to effectively present solutions to program leadership and government stakeholders. 
• Proven ability to manage time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.  
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Salesforce Architect (e.g., Data, Integration) certification(s) and/or Salesforce Designer & Architect Credentials (Application Architect, System Architect, Technical Architect) 
• Experience in federal government programs, or regulated environments 

Why Cogent People Inc.? 

At Cogent People, we combine technical excellence with a mission-driven culture. Our teams work on meaningful, high-impact projects that support government and enterprise transformation initiatives. 

We offer: 

• Competitive compensation  
• Career growth and professional development opportunities  
• Exposure to complex, mission-critical systems  
• A collaborative and supportive team environment  
• Long-term client engagements with stability and continuity  

We are a Certified Great Place to Work, committed to building an inclusive and high-performance culture. 

Benefits 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (comprehensive coverage)  
• 401(k) with company match  
• Company-paid life insurance  
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage  
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks annually + 10 paid holidays  
• Employee assistance and wellness resources (if applicable)  

Compliance Notice 

Cogent People Inc. conducts employment verification for all candidates. Misrepresentation of work authorization, residency history, or professional experience will result in disqualification. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and evaluate all applicants based on qualifications, experience, and role requirements. 

We do not engage third-party recruiters for this role unless explicitly stated.