As Salesforce Application Developer, you’ll support a Salesforce-centered modernization and digital transformation program. This role will design, develop, and deploy scalable, user-centered applications that improve mission outcomes, automate business processes, and accelerate operational efficiency.
The ideal candidate will operate within an AI-driven engineering environment, leveraging agentic development tools, AI-assisted coding, intelligent testing, and modern software delivery practices to rapidly build and modernize mission-critical Salesforce applications. This individual will be part of a high-performing development team responsible for delivering secure, scalable, and innovative Salesforce solutions using a combination of traditional engineering expertise and AI-enabled development capabilities.
We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.
If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!
What you’ll do:
- Design, develop, deploy, and maintain Salesforce applications that support mission-critical business processes and modernization initiatives.
- Build and maintain custom Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flows, Platform Events, APIs, and declarative platform capabilities.
- Develop scalable workflow automation, business process improvements, and user-centered applications within Salesforce.
- Build and maintain integrations between Salesforce, enterprise applications, data platforms, and external systems using APIs, middleware, and event-driven architectures.
- Develop reusable components, services, and automation frameworks that accelerate development and improve maintainability.
- Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Architects, UX Designers, Scrum Masters, DevSecOps Engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality Salesforce solutions.
- Utilize AI-assisted and agentic development tools to accelerate software delivery, automate repetitive engineering tasks, improve code quality, and increase developer productivity.
- Partner with AI-enabled engineering agents to support code generation, testing, documentation, debugging, refactoring, and deployment activities.
- Leverage modern AI development platforms and intelligent engineering workflows to accelerate feature delivery while maintaining security, compliance, and quality standards.
- Develop dashboards, reports, analytics, and operational insights using Salesforce reporting and CRM Analytics capabilities.
- Ensure solutions align with security, governance, accessibility, compliance, and platform best practices.
- Participate in Agile development activities including sprint planning, backlog refinement, peer reviews, testing, demonstrations, and continuous delivery.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on AI-driven software engineering, automation, development acceleration, and engineering excellence.
- Troubleshoot, optimize, and continuously improve Salesforce applications, integrations, automations, and platform performance.
- Continuously identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and emerging Salesforce capabilities to improve mission outcomes and user experiences.
What you’ll need to succeed:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Active Secret clearance
- Must be local to the DMV area with the ability to support onsite requirements in Washington, DC.
- Salesforce Platform Developer I Certification.
- 3–5 years of experience developing Salesforce applications in enterprise environments, including demonstrated experience developing and deploying Salesforce solutions.
- Strong hands-on experience with Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Salesforce Flows, Platform Events, APIs, and overall Salesforce platform customization.
- Experience building and deploying enterprise Salesforce solutions using modern software engineering practices, including workflow automation, business process solutions, and user-focused application development.
- Experience integrating Salesforce with enterprise systems using APIs, middleware, and cloud-native patterns, with experience supporting Agile software development teams and continuous delivery environments.
- Experience working within AI-assisted development environments, leveraging tools such as coding assistants and automated testing platforms, with an understanding of Salesforce security, governance, and modern AI-driven software engineering practices.
SALARY RANGE: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00
The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:
- The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience
- The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
- Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation
- This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:
- Performance-based bonuses
- Company-paid training and/or certifications
- Referral bonuses
To apply for this position, please submit your resume via the form below or through our careers page: https://www.metrostar.com/jobs/
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.
Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.
Benefits: All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That’s why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus, check out our accolades.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
What we want you to know:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- Active Secret clearance.
- Must be local to the DMV area with ability to support onsite requirements in Washington, DC.
- Salesforce Platform Developer I Certification.
- 3-5 years of experience developing Salesforce applications in enterprise environments, including demonstrated experience developing and deploying Salesforce solutions.
- Strong hands-on experience with Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Salesforce Flows, Platform Events, Salesforce APIs, and platform customization.
- Experience building and deploying enterprise Salesforce solutions using modern software engineering practices, workflow automation, and user-focused development.
- Experience integrating Salesforce with enterprise systems using APIs, middleware, and cloud-native patterns; Agile and continuous delivery environments.
- Experience working within AI-assisted development environments and using coding assistants and automated testing platforms; understanding of Salesforce security and governance.
What We Do
MetroStar is a digital services and management consulting company specializing in emerging technologies within the public sector. MetroStar is a mission accelerator - we embrace disruptions in tech to propel progress. Through our user-centric capabilities, we create new paths to government innovation and shape thoughtful outcomes for the people.
