Lead Software Engineer – AI/ML

Salesforce

Lead Software Engineer (AI/ML) at Salesforce transforming software engineering with AI innovations. Collaborating across teams to uphold quality and drive efficiency in engineering practices.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $172,500 - $260,100 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Java

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive Innovation & Adoption
Continued Excellence in AI/ML
Technical Leadership on Proof of Concepts
Human Evaluation
Define Quality Strategies
Multiplier
Cross-Platform Collaboration
Mentor and Organization Builder
Build and ship high-quality, production-grade software
Design and orchestrate complex systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience of proven software development experience
Strong JAVA skills
AI & Machine Learning Expertise
LLM Expertise
Focus on Delivery
Collaboration & Communication
Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills
Advanced prompt engineering skills
A related technical degree required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

time off programs
medical
dental
vision
mental health support
paid parental leave
life and disability insurance
401(k)
employee stock purchasing program

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Hard Skills & Tools

JAVAAIMachine LearningLLMprompt engineeringsoftware developmentproduction-grade softwarecomplex systems

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvinganalytical skillsmentoringleadershipinnovationorganizational skills

Certifications

related technical degree