--- title: 'Federal Salesforce Developer at Thunder' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/federal-salesforce-developer-thunder-united-states-jd0jpzy183sc' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # Federal Salesforce Developer at Thunder - **Company:** Thunder - **Location:** United States - **Compensation:** $110k–$170k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-08-08 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://jobs.gem.com/thunder/am9icG9zdDrr3rxzQrzy3gSMC0BUN6A8 ## Job description Salesforce Developer - Salesforce Federal Delivery Location: Remote (US-based). While this is a primarily remote role, possible in-person expectations include visits with customers and Thunder offices in Northern Virginia/DC. Employment Type: This is a contingent role based upon a successful bid award. Role Summary: The Salesforce Developer will deliver scalable, secure solutions on the Salesforce platform based on industry best practices and mission needs. Beyond platform maintenance, this role focuses on modernizing government service by designing, developing, and deploying Salesforce solutions that transform constituent interactions. You will collaborate with Solution Architects, Business Analysts, and Project Managers to implement customized, scalable, and compliant Salesforce solutions that directly support Federal agencies. ## Key Responsibilities - Custom Development: Design, build, and configure Apex classes, triggers, and Lightning Web Components (LWCs) to equip external constituents and users with custom actions to resolve complex inquiries. - Constituent Portals: Build, customize, and maintain Experience Cloud sites to deliver secure, accessible self-service portals, constituent-facing engagement platforms, and digital experiences. - Portal Automation & Workflows: Implement business logic, custom components, and automated workflows within Experience Cloud in compliance with Federal standards. - System Integration: Build secure API integrations between legacy Federal systems and Experience Cloud portals to ensure accurate, real-time data access for external users. - Solution Design & Collaboration: Work alongside BAs and Architects to translate complex mission requirements into secure, high-impact technical architectures on Experience Cloud. - Quality & Compliance: Participate in code reviews, debug complex issues, and support UAT testing while strictly adhering to Federal security protocols. - DevSecOps & CI/CD: Support secure CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices to enable rapid, reliable deployments in cleared Federal environments. ## Qualifications - Experience: 3–5+ years of hands-on Salesforce development experience specializing in Apex, LWC, Experience Cloud, and secure REST/SOAP API integrations. - Domain Expertise: Demonstrated experience configuring, extending, and building custom Experience Cloud sites, portals, and constituent-facing digital solutions. - Core Automation: Proven track record of implementing complex business logic, enterprise workflows, and custom platform automations. - Federal Context: Experience integrating Salesforce with legacy Federal systems and navigating cleared, highly regulated environments. - Development Tools & Methodologies: Proficiency with Git, secure coding standards, and DevSecOps/CI/CD pipelines. Active participant in Agile/Scrum delivery models. - Clearance & Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required, with the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a security clearance. - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Certifications - Required: Salesforce Certified Platform Developer I - Preferred: Experience Cloud Consultant and/or Salesforce Certified Platform Developer II Why Thunder? Because You Deserve More Than Just a Job. - A Culture of Builders: We’re a remote-first, global team of curious, collaborative problem-solvers. You’ll have the opportunity to refine processes, solve challenges, and help shape the future of Salesforce and Amazon consulting. If you’re excited to build, innovate, and grow, you’ll fit right in. - Forge Your Own Path: At Thunder, you’re not just filling a role—you’re shaping it. Whether it’s jumping into presales, refining our methodology, or building something entirely new, the opportunity to innovate is yours to take. Perks In Store for You: - Comprehensive Benefits with Sequoia: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Employer-Paid Life/Disability Insurance to keep you and your loved ones covered. - Ownership & Impact: Stock options in a fast-moving, high-growth company. Every employee plays a part in what we’re building. Make your mark! - Level Up Your Career: Real opportunities to grow your Salesforce and Amazon expertise through mentorship, certifications, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology. - People-First Flexibility: We’re always listening, evolving, and adapting. Your feedback helps shape our policies, ensuring you can thrive—professionally and personally. ## About Thunder ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Thunder helps organizations leverage Salesforce and Amazon Connect as strategic infrastructure, providing consulting and implementation services with a focus on AI integration. - **Entity Type**: Private (venture-backed, Series A/B stage) - **Headquarters**: San Francisco, California, United States - **Founded**: 2020 - **Founders**: Carter Wigell ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: IT Services & IT Consulting (Salesforce ecosystem, Amazon Connect) - **Target customers**: Enterprise B2B, companies using or adopting Salesforce and Amazon Connect - **Mission / Purpose**: “Get Salesforce and Amazon Connect right. Now, and forever.” ## Products & Services - **Salesforce Consulting & Implementation**: Full lifecycle services including Field Service, Service Cloud, Revenue Management (Agentforce), MuleSoft integration, and custom development (LWC, Apex). - **Amazon Connect Consulting**: Design, deployment, and optimization of cloud contact centers with Service Cloud Voice integration. - **Federal Practice**: Dedicated services for U.S. government clients (Solution Architects, Technical PMs, Quality Assurance). ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed; total funding of $25.8M across 6 rounds. - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $1.5M (per LinkedIn, likely a lower-bound estimate for a services firm; not fully public). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Salesforce Ventures, Washington Harbour Partners (lead in latest round, Dec 2024). - **Growth Signals**: 133 employees (+19% YoY); LinkedIn followers grew 39.6% year-over-year to 10.9K; remote-first scaling across US, Philippines, and UK. ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep Salesforce DNA**: Founder was one of the first 100 Salesforce employees and spent nearly 10 years under Marc Benioff. Team includes alumni from Salesforce, Accenture, Deloitte, and IBM. - **AI-First Positioning**: Described as “Salesforce’s most AI-forward implementation partner,” helping enterprises integrate AI into contact centers and operations. - **Boutique & Product-Like**: Reimagines traditional consulting with reusable solutions, risk prediction, and standardized delivery methods (Thunder Academy). - **Channel Partner Focus**: Deep understanding of Salesforce’s partner ecosystem, pipeline pressure, and scalable co-sell programs. ## Strategic Focus - Expand federal/government vertical (open roles for Federal Solution Architects, Technical PMs, QA). - Double down on AI integration offerings (Agentforce, AI-driven contact centers). - Continue building a scalable remote-first delivery model with centers in the Philippines and UK. ## Why Work Here - **Culture & Values**: Tenacity, ownership, customer obsession, employee growth, and well-being. - **Remote-First**: Fully distributed across the US (Hawaii to NYC) and international hubs; hybrid offices in San Francisco, Denver, New York, and Salt Lake City. - **Perks**: Competitive healthcare for team and family, stock options for all full-time teammates, performance bonuses, flexible work schedule, paid holidays, family medical leave, remote work program. - **Growth**: Access to latest Salesforce/AI projects, a tight-knit team of top-tier consultants, and a fast-growing company backed by Salesforce Ventures. ## Sources 1. 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