Technical Architect - Keynote Demos

About the role

The Keynote Demo Engineering team is looking for a Technical Architect to lead the design, development, and delivery of live product demonstrations for Salesforce's highest-profile events. This is not a consulting or advisory role. You will be hands-on; architecting demo environments, writing code, configuring orgs, integrating multiple products, and ensuring flawless execution at Salesforce's biggest global events.

Responsibilities

• Design and build end-to-end demo environments across multiple Salesforce clouds and integrated third-party systems
• Architect multi-product demo flows (e.g., Agentforce → Data Cloud → Slack → Tableau) that tell compelling customer stories
• Create and manage Salesforce demo orgs (SDOs), Slack workspaces, and connected environments with proper data models, user personas, and integrations
• Develop custom solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flows, and platform automation to bring demo stories to life
• Build both "real product" implementations and creative workarounds (prototyped experiences, scripted interactions, browser extensions) when product constraints require it
• Establish and maintain reusable proof patterns that accelerate future demo builds
• Own demo technical readiness for keynote events including rehearsals, code freezes, and live show support
• Manage demo stability across multiple devices and presentation formats (stage screens, iPads, mobile devices)
• Create Demo Setup Guides (DSGs), clickpath documentation, and driving guides for speaker preparation
• Optimize display settings and UI treatments for large-venue legibility (opacity transitions, screen bezels, resolution standards)
• Support speakers during rehearsals and provide technical coaching on demo execution

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with the Salesforce platform (development, administration, or solution architecture)
• Strong proficiency in Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), Flows, and declarative automation
• Proficiency in front-end web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and modern frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to work under extreme time pressure with high-stakes deadlines and live event delivery
• Strong understanding of APIs, integrations, and connected system architectures
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills — ability to work with non-technical partners (marketing, design, executives) to translate stories into technical solutions
• Willingness to travel at least 33% (domestic and international) to support live events
• Ability to work flexible hours including occasional evenings and weekends during event preparation periods

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building live product demonstrations for large audiences (conferences, keynotes, executive briefings, or webinars)
• Experience designing and building multi-cloud Salesforce solutions that integrate across products (Sales, Service, Marketing, Data Cloud, Slack, Tableau, Heroku or Agentforce)
• Familiarity with Agentforce, AI agents, and agentic architectures (Agent Builder, prompt engineering, orchestration)
• Experience with Slack platform development (Slack apps, Slackbot skills, workspace administration, federation)
• Knowledge of Tableau integration and data visualization
• Experience with Data Cloud, CDPs, or data integration platforms (e.g., Informatica)
• Experience with scripting and automation tools (Tampermonkey, Keyboard Maestro, browser extensions) for demo enhancement
• Background in storytelling, presentation design, or demo scripting — understanding of how to create narrative tension and resolution through product capabilities
• Salesforce certifications: Administrator, Platform Developer I/II, Application Architect, or System Architect
• Experience with version control (Git/GitHub), CI/CD pipelines, and collaborative development workflows
• Familiarity with mobile and device management for demo delivery on iPads and other devices
• Previous experience in a fast-paced creative or production environment (media, advertising, event production, or similar)