Western Governors University
Senior Software Engineer (Salesforce)
Phoenix, AZ, USA · Senior · Full-time
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$13,194 more — $156,894 — moves this role to Level IV and 4 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $156,894 would place this position at wage Level IV. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Software Developers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Software Developers (15-1252) · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- They keep management informed of status and significant problems.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Salesforce applications using Apex, Visualforce, SOQL, and related web technologies.
- Design, build, test, and support Salesforce integrations with third-party products and legacy systems.
- Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance application performance across highly available 24/7 systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality technical solutions.
- The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for the research, design, development, analysis, testing, and implementation of software operating or application systems.
- They communicate project information to client, project manager, or other design personnel working on projects.
- They maintain good working relationships with clients and staff.
- They write and maintains complete documentation.
- They support team members and ensures established goals and deadlines are met.
- At WGU, our mission drives everything we do, including how we hire.
Requirements
- 6+ years of experience developing Salesforce solutions using Apex, SOQL, and Visualforce.
- 6+ years of experience working with web services and integrations, including REST and SOAP APIs.
- Proficiency with front-end technologies including JavaScript, CSS, and HTML.
- Experience with Copado, Visual Studio Code, GitHub, Jira, and Agile delivery methodologies.
Compensation
- $143,700.00 - $222,700.00
Benefits
- Knowledge of MuleSoft, Marketo, SQL, Oracle, Education Cloud, and integration middleware.
Equal opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.
- 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.
Visa & Work Authorization
- While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
This listing is sourced directly from Western Governors University's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.