Salesforce Agentforce Lead \ Architect (remote) - Remote Eligible

Salesforce Agentforce Lead/Architect

As a Salesforce Agentforce Lead/Architect, you will make an impact by leading the design, development, deployment, and optimization of Agentforce autonomous agents within production environments. You will be a valued member of the Salesforce delivery team and work collaboratively with cross-functional technical and product stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

• Build and deploy Agentforce Agents into production environments using best-practice methodologies.
• Leverage Agentforce, Data360 with RAG, Agent Scripts, Agentforce Vibes, and prompt-engineering techniques to design scalable agent solutions.
• Conduct rigorous behavioral and autonomous testing, including prompt injection assessment and multistep-reasoning validation.
• Evaluate, fine-tune, and manage Agent instructions to ensure high-quality outputs and agent reliability.
• Partner with engineering, product, and architecture teams to optimize agent performance and operational readiness.

Work model: Remote

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

What you need to have to be considered:

• Minimum 5+ years of Salesforce experience, including at least 1 year focused on building and deploying Agentforce Agents into production.
• Strong proficiency in Agentforce, Data360 with RAG, Agent Script, Agentforce Vibes, and prompt engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in testing autonomous agent behaviors, including behavioral testing, prompt-injection testing, and multistep-reasoning validation.
• Proven ability to evaluate, fine-tune, and manage Agent instructions to improve agent reliability and accuracy.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex agent behaviors into actionable improvements.

These will help you stand out:

• Deep hands-on expertise in end-to-end autonomous agent lifecycle management.
• Prior experience optimizing Salesforce-based AI or automation frameworks.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills supporting both technical and business teams.
• Experience contributing to scalable enterprise agent-architecture strategies.
• Passion for emerging AI-driven automation technologies within the Salesforce ecosystem.

Applications will be accepted until 4/15/2026. Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary and other compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $100,000 p.a. – $180,000 p.a., depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits of information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

What we offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital.

Other employment-related information

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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.