Salesforce (SFDC) Solution Architect Lead - US Hybrid Job ID 513938 Posted since 14-Jul-2026 Organization Digital Industries Field of work Information Technology Company Siemens Industry Software Inc. Experience level Experienced Professional Job type Full-time Work mode Hybrid (Remote/Office) Employment type Permanent Any Siemens location in United States of America Siemens Digital Industries Software is a leading provider of solutions for the design, simulation, and manufacture of products across many different industries. Formula 1 cars, skyscrapers, ships, space exploration vehicles, and many of the objects we see in our daily lives are being conceived and manufactured using our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.GENERAL SUMMARYWe are seeking a visionary Salesforce Solution Architecture Lead to drive the design, governance, and evolution of our Salesforce ecosystem as a core enabler of enterprise growth. This senior leadership role will define the architectural vision for Salesforce across the organization, ensuring flawless integration with SAP and other enterprise platforms via Mulesoft, and will own the design, integration, and optimization of Salesforce solutions that leverage AI, data analytics, and automation to improve customer engagement, streamline project delivery, and enhance business intelligence across the organization. The successful candidate will champion market standard methodologies and lean management principles, balancing innovation with operational efficiency, and ensuring Salesforce delivers maximum value to our software-driven business model.As a Solution Architect, you will own the integrity and strength of the solutions recommended. You'll be acting as a trusted advisor to our team and stakeholders in the business, and an effective mentor for other Salesforce professionals working alongside you. You will need a deep understanding of the Salesforce platform but just as importantly, top-notch communication skills to get your ideas and solutions across to interested parties and gain credibility for your vision to be built into successful solutions.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic Architecture LeadershipOwn and define the enterprise-wide Salesforce architecture strategyEncourage process and systems transformation across the businessEnsure Salesforce aligns with business strategy, supporting SaaS/Software industry needs such as subscription models, customer success, product-led growth, and partner ecosystemsProvide architectural leadership during implementation, ensuring alignment between technical solutions and strategic business goalsPartner with the Enterprise Architecture function to ensure Salesforce is fully integrated into the broader technology roadmapIntegration & Ecosystem OwnershipOwn the design and governance of Salesforce-to-SAP integrations via MuleSoft ensuring scalability, resilience, and data integrityDefine enterprise integration patterns, standards and governance across Salesforce and related systemsChampion an API-lead connectivity approach to enable agility and reuse across business unitsDesign and implement scalable, data-driven Salesforce solutions, demonstrating AI and automation to enhance business processes, improving customer insights, and optimizing decision-makingEnsure compliance, security, and ethical use of AI in Salesforce applicationsDrive the roadmap for AI adoption within the Salesforce ecosystemCollaborate with business stakeholders to translate AI opportunities into technical Salesforce solutionsLeadership & Stakeholder Engagement Build a team of Solution Architects, guiding them on Salesforce and integration best practicesAct as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, translating sophisticated technology strategy into clear business outcomesCollaborate with senior leaders across Sales/Marketing, Product, Customer Success, Finance, and IT to align Salesforce architecture with business prioritiesQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEREQUIREDMaster's or bachelor's degree in business, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, system analysis or a related field of study8+ years of business experience as a Solutions Architect in strategic and operations planning and/or business analysisExtensive experience in Salesforce architecture leadership, ideally in the software/SaaS industryDeep expertise across Salesforce multi-cloud - Sales, Service, CPQ/Billing (Revenue Cloud)Strong integration expertise with MuleSoft and SAP, designing and governing end-to-end processesConsistent track record establishing governance frameworksExperience mentoring architecture teamsArtificial Intelligence (AI) KnowledgePREFERREDBackground in enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, FEA or GartnerFinancial LiteracyExperience delivering large-scale digital transformation initiativesKnowledge of subscription management, billing, accounting, and customer lifecycle solutionsSalesforce certificationsActive in the Salesforce communityKEY COMPETENCIESVisionary problem solver with ability to shape Salesforce as an enterprise platformStrong leadership skillsExceptional communication and customer engagement, including C-levelAdvocate for market standard processes, lean delivery, and continuous improvementAbility to balance innovation with scalability, security, and cost-efficiencyWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSNormal office environment (Hybrid near Siemens US locations)Occasional travel (25-35%) may be required"Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States".Why us?Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software. A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!SIEMENS SOFTWARE. TRANSFORM THE EVERYDAY WITH US#LI-PLM #LI-HYBRID#LI-JJ1 You'll Benefit FromSiemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.htmlThe pay range for this position is 154,200 - 277,600 annually with a target incentive of 10-15 of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location. Equal Employment Opportunity StatementSiemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. EEO is the LawApplicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law. Reasonable AccommodationsIf you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodation for disability form. If you're unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. Pay TransparencySiemens follows Pay Transparency laws. California Privacy Notice California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here.Criminal History Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws. Job ID 513938 Posted since 14-Jul-2026 Organization Digital Industries Field of work Information Technology Company Siemens Industry Software Inc. Experience level Experienced Professional Job type Full-time Work mode Hybrid (Remote/Office) Employment type Permanent Any Siemens location in United States of America Siemens Digital Industries Software is a leading provider of solutions for the design, simulation, and manufacture of products across many different industries. Formula 1 cars, skyscrapers, ships, space exploration vehicles, and many of the objects we see in our daily lives are being conceived and manufactured using our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.GENERAL SUMMARYWe are seeking a visionary Salesforce Solution Architecture Lead to drive the design, governance, and evolution of our Salesforce ecosystem as a core enabler of enterprise growth. This senior leadership role will define the architectural vision for Salesforce across the organization, ensuring flawless integration with SAP and other enterprise platforms via Mulesoft, and will own the design, integration, and optimization of Salesforce solutions that leverage AI, data analytics, and automation to improve customer engagement, streamline project delivery, and enhance business intelligence across the organization. The successful candidate will champion market standard methodologies and lean management principles, balancing innovation with operational efficiency, and ensuring Salesforce delivers maximum value to our software-driven business model.As a Solution Architect, you will own the integrity and strength of the solutions recommended. You'll be acting as a trusted advisor to our team and stakeholders in the business, and an effective mentor for other Salesforce professionals working alongside you. You will need a deep understanding of the Salesforce platform but just as importantly, top-notch communication skills to get your ideas and solutions across to interested parties and gain credibility for your vision to be built into successful solutions.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic Architecture LeadershipOwn and define the enterprise-wide Salesforce architecture strategyEncourage process and systems transformation across the businessEnsure Salesforce aligns with business strategy, supporting SaaS/Software industry needs such as subscription models, customer success, product-led growth, and partner ecosystemsProvide architectural leadership during implementation, ensuring alignment between technical solutions and strategic business goalsPartner with the Enterprise Architecture function to ensure Salesforce is fully integrated into the broader technology roadmapIntegration & Ecosystem OwnershipOwn the design and governance of Salesforce-to-SAP integrations via MuleSoft ensuring scalability, resilience, and data integrityDefine enterprise integration patterns, standards and governance across Salesforce and related systemsChampion an API-lead connectivity approach to enable agility and reuse across business unitsDesign and implement scalable, data-driven Salesforce solutions, demonstrating AI and automation to enhance business processes, improving customer insights, and optimizing decision-makingEnsure compliance, security, and ethical use of AI in Salesforce applicationsDrive the roadmap for AI adoption within the Salesforce ecosystemCollaborate with business stakeholders to translate AI opportunities into technical Salesforce solutionsLeadership & Stakeholder Engagement Build a team of Solution Architects, guiding them on Salesforce and integration best practicesAct as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, translating sophisticated technology strategy into clear business outcomesCollaborate with senior leaders across Sales/Marketing, Product, Customer Success, Finance, and IT to align Salesforce architecture with business prioritiesQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEREQUIREDMaster's or bachelor's degree in business, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, system analysis or a related field of study8+ years of business experience as a Solutions Architect in strategic and operations planning and/or business analysisExtensive experience in Salesforce architecture leadership, ideally in the software/SaaS industryDeep expertise across Salesforce multi-cloud - Sales, Service, CPQ/Billing (Revenue Cloud)Strong integration expertise with MuleSoft and SAP, designing and governing end-to-end processesConsistent track record establishing governance frameworksExperience mentoring architecture teamsArtificial Intelligence (AI) KnowledgePREFERREDBackground in enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, FEA or GartnerFinancial LiteracyExperience delivering large-scale digital transformation initiativesKnowledge of subscription management, billing, accounting, and customer lifecycle solutionsSalesforce certificationsActive in the Salesforce communityKEY COMPETENCIESVisionary problem solver with ability to shape Salesforce as an enterprise platformStrong leadership skillsExceptional communication and customer engagement, including C-levelAdvocate for market standard processes, lean delivery, and continuous improvementAbility to balance innovation with scalability, security, and cost-efficiencyWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSNormal office environment (Hybrid near Siemens US locations)Occasional travel (25-35%) may be required"Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States".Why us?Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software. A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!SIEMENS SOFTWARE. TRANSFORM THE EVERYDAY WITH US#LI-PLM #LI-HYBRID#LI-JJ1 You'll Benefit FromSiemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.htmlThe pay range for this position is 154,200 - 277,600 annually with a target incentive of 10-15 of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location. Equal Employment Opportunity StatementSiemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. EEO is the LawApplicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law. Reasonable AccommodationsIf you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodation for disability form. If you're unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status. Pay TransparencySiemens follows Pay Transparency laws. California Privacy Notice California residents have the right to receive additional notices about their personal information. To learn more, click here.Criminal History Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.