Salesforce Data 360 Principal Architect
Slalom· enterprise· Management Consulting· Oct 12, 2026 · 16d ago
Washington, DC
In office
Full-time
Principal
$212K–$258K
Job description
About Slalom’s Enterprise Capability
At the heart of Slalom’s Enterprise Capability is a bold ambition: to design and deliver intelligent, human-centered business applications that empower organizations to serve their customers with acceleration, agility, precision, and purpose.
We partner with leading platforms—Salesforce, ServiceNow, Adobe, Anaplan, Workday, Contentful, Boomi, Workato and more—to build scalable, end-to-end solutions that unify data, streamline operations, and unlock actionable insights. Our work powers everything from smarter CRM experiences and next-gen commerce sites to resilient case management systems and optimized workforce planning.
But we're not just technologists—we’re strategic enablers. Whether helping a client modernize their infrastructure, integrate mission-critical functions, or activate AI-powered innovation, we connect strategy to execution in ways that drive measurable impact.
Here, you’ll collaborate with curious, courageous people who believe in growth through experimentation, delivering value through partnerships, and building a future where technology works quietly in service of extraordinary outcomes.
We’re looking for individuals who have experience implementing Salesforce Data Cloud or similar platforms and are passionate about customer data. The ideal candidate has a desire for continuous professional growth and can deliver complex, end-to-end Data Cloud implementations from strategy and design, through to data ingestion, segment creation, and activation; all while working alongside both our clients and other delivery disciplines. Our Global Salesforce team is looking to add a passionate Principal or Senior Principal to take on the role of Data Cloud Architect within our Salesforce practice.
What You'll Do:
Responsible for business requirements gathering, architecture design, data ingestion and modeling, identity resolution setup, calculated insight configuration, segment creation and activation, end-user training, and support procedures
Lead technical conversations with both business and technical client teams; translate those outcomes into well-architected solutions that best utilize Salesforce Data Cloud and the wider Salesforce ecosystem
Ability to direct technical teams, both internal and client-side
Provide subject matter expertise as warranted via customer needs and business demands
Build lasting relationships with key client stakeholders and sponsors
Collaborate with digital specialists across disciplines to innovate and build premier solutions
Participate in compiling industry research, thought leadership and proposal materials for business development activities
Experience with scoping client work
Experience with hyperscale data platforms (ex: Snowflake), robust database modeling and data governance is a plus.
Uses AI tools to create and refine user stories
Generates and maintains backlog documentation
Summarizes stakeholder requirements
Develops POCs
Applies AI to support data model documentation
Accelerates and optimizes data preparation workflows
Streamlines system configuration and design
What You'll Bring:
Have been part of at least one Salesforce Data Cloud implementation
Familiarity with Salesforce’s technical architecture: APIs, Standard and Custom Objects, APEX. Proficient with ANSI SQL and supported functions in Salesforce Data Cloud
Strong proficiency toward presenting complex business and technical concepts using visualization aids
Ability to conceptualize and craft sophisticated wireframes, workflows, and diagrams
Strong understanding of data management concepts, including data quality, data distribution, data modeling and data governance
Detailed understanding of the fundamentals of digital marketing and complementary Salesforce products that organizations may use to run their business. Experience defining strategy, developing requirements, and implementing practical business solutions.
Experience in delivering projects using Agile-based methodologies
Salesforce Data Cloud certification preferred
Additional Salesforce certifications like Administrator are a plus
Strong awareness of emerging AI features and innovations across the D360 platform
Familiarity with AI-driven capabilities within the Salesforce ecosystem, including Tableau Next and Agentforce
Background in configuring within Einstein Studio and/or BYOLLM / BYOM is a plus
Strong interpersonal skills
Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, but not required
Open to travel (up to 20%)
About Us
Slalom is a fiercely human business and technology consulting company that leads with outcomes to bring more value, in all ways, always. From strategy through delivery, our agile teams across 52 offices in 12 countries collaborate with clients to bring powerful customer experiences, innovative ways of working, and new products and services to life. We are trusted by leaders across the Global 1000, many successful enterprise and mid-market companies, and 500+ public sector organizations to improve operations, drive growth, and create value. At Slalom, we believe that together, we can move faster, dream bigger, and build better tomorrows for all.
Compensation and Benefits
Slalom prides itself on helping team members thrive in their work and life. As a result, Slalom is proud to invest in benefits that include meaningful time off and paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with a match, a range of choices for highly subsidized health, dental, & vision coverage, adoption and fertility assistance, and short/long-term disability. We also offer yearly $350 reimbursement account for any well-being-related expenses, as well as discounted home, auto, and pet insurance.
Slalom is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For this role, we are hiring at the following levels and salary ranges:
• East Bay, San Francisco, Silicon Valley:
• Principal: $184,000-$225,000
• Senior Principal: $212,000-$258,000
• San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange County, Seattle, Boston, Houston, New Jersey, New York City, Washington DC, Westchester:
• Principal: $169,000–$206,000
• Senior Principal: $194,000–$237,000
• All other locations:
• Principal: $155,000-$189,000
• Senior Principal: $178,000-$217,000
In addition, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Actual compensation will depend upon an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other relevant factors. The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time.
We are committed to pay transparency and compliance with applicable laws. If you have questions or concerns about the pay range or other compensation information in this posting, please contact us at: peopleone@slalom.com.
We will accept applications until December 31st, 2026 or until the position is filled.
EEO and Accommodations
Slalom is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting, developing and retaining highly qualified talent who empower our innovative teams through unique perspectives and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Slalom will also consider qualified applications with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Slalom welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team or contact accomodationrequest@slalom.com if you require accommodations during the interview process.
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