Western Governors University
Staff Software Engineer (Saleforce)
Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Staff Software Engineer (Salesforce)
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Grade: Technical 411
Pay Range: $157,000.00 – $243,400.00
Job Description As a Staff Software Engineer (Salesforce), you’ll lead the evolution of WGU’s Salesforce ecosystem, shaping systems that power our student experience, enrollment processes, and operational excellence.
What You’ll Do
Lead engineering teams to deliver high-quality Salesforce solutions on time and within budget
Serve as a trusted technical expert across multiple Salesforce domains, guiding 12+ engineers and collaborating with architects, product, and project managers
Enhance and evolve WGU’s Student Self-Service Enrollment platform, a mission‑critical system supporting student access and enrollment
Design resilient, secure, and scalable Salesforce solutions that integrate with WGU’s cloud ecosystem (AWS, MuleSoft, Informatica)
Implement modern engineering practices to improve performance, reliability, and maintainability
Partner with cross‑functional teams to build cohesive, future‑ready systems
Mentor engineers through coaching, technical reviews, and thought leadership
What You’ll Bring
10+ years in software development, including 5+ years of hands‑on Salesforce engineering experience across multiple clouds and managed packages
Expertise in Apex, Java, REST APIs, SOQL/SQL, Spring Boot, and integration tools like MuleSoft or Informatica (IICS)
Experience designing for scalability, reliability, and performance in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Proven ability to mentor engineers and lead through influence
Strong communication and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for varied audiences
Understanding of Salesforce governor limits, development lifecycle, and best practices for CI/CD, testing, and security
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Bonus Points if You Have
Experience with Salesforce architecture or contact‑center integration (CTI, SIP/VoIP, IVRs)
Salesforce certifications (Platform Developer I/II, JavaScript Developer I)
Familiarity with higher education or SaaS‑based platforms at scale
Experience In Lieu Of Education Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is at the discretion of the hiring manager.
What To Expect At WGU, our mission drives everything we do—including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations, practical problem‑solving, and authentic collaboration.
We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission. If selected, you’ll hear from a recruiter or hiring manager who will guide you through the process and help you know what to expect at each stage. We aim to communicate decisions promptly and respectfully.
Introductory call with a Talent Partner (30 minutes)
Interview with the hiring leader (45 minutes)
Technical team interview (1 hour)
Work Location This is a full‑time, in‑office position at WGU’s office in Salt Lake City, Utah.
While we welcome talented applicants from all backgrounds, WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this specific role.
Position & Application Details Full‑time regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
How to apply: Submit an application online. Internal WGU employees must apply through the internal job board in Workday.
Accommodations Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Higher Education
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Grade: Technical 411
Pay Range: $157,000.00 – $243,400.00
Job Description As a Staff Software Engineer (Salesforce), you’ll lead the evolution of WGU’s Salesforce ecosystem, shaping systems that power our student experience, enrollment processes, and operational excellence.
What You’ll Do
Lead engineering teams to deliver high-quality Salesforce solutions on time and within budget
Serve as a trusted technical expert across multiple Salesforce domains, guiding 12+ engineers and collaborating with architects, product, and project managers
Enhance and evolve WGU’s Student Self-Service Enrollment platform, a mission‑critical system supporting student access and enrollment
Design resilient, secure, and scalable Salesforce solutions that integrate with WGU’s cloud ecosystem (AWS, MuleSoft, Informatica)
Implement modern engineering practices to improve performance, reliability, and maintainability
Partner with cross‑functional teams to build cohesive, future‑ready systems
Mentor engineers through coaching, technical reviews, and thought leadership
What You’ll Bring
10+ years in software development, including 5+ years of hands‑on Salesforce engineering experience across multiple clouds and managed packages
Expertise in Apex, Java, REST APIs, SOQL/SQL, Spring Boot, and integration tools like MuleSoft or Informatica (IICS)
Experience designing for scalability, reliability, and performance in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Proven ability to mentor engineers and lead through influence
Strong communication and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for varied audiences
Understanding of Salesforce governor limits, development lifecycle, and best practices for CI/CD, testing, and security
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Bonus Points if You Have
Experience with Salesforce architecture or contact‑center integration (CTI, SIP/VoIP, IVRs)
Salesforce certifications (Platform Developer I/II, JavaScript Developer I)
Familiarity with higher education or SaaS‑based platforms at scale
Experience In Lieu Of Education Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally, equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is at the discretion of the hiring manager.
What To Expect At WGU, our mission drives everything we do—including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations, practical problem‑solving, and authentic collaboration.
We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission. If selected, you’ll hear from a recruiter or hiring manager who will guide you through the process and help you know what to expect at each stage. We aim to communicate decisions promptly and respectfully.
Introductory call with a Talent Partner (30 minutes)
Interview with the hiring leader (45 minutes)
Technical team interview (1 hour)
Work Location This is a full‑time, in‑office position at WGU’s office in Salt Lake City, Utah.
While we welcome talented applicants from all backgrounds, WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this specific role.
Position & Application Details Full‑time regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
How to apply: Submit an application online. Internal WGU employees must apply through the internal job board in Workday.
Accommodations Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Higher Education
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Western Governors University by 2x.
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