Senior Salesforce Developer Jobs in California
Senior Salesforce Developer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise technology, financial services, healthcare, and media companies at every level from mid-level practitioner through staff and principal engineer. Most hiring is centered in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where anchor employers like Salesforce, Oracle, and Kaiser Permanente maintain large California footprints. The most in-demand specialties are Commerce Cloud implementation, Apex and LWC development, and CPQ configuration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Barracuda is a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats. Our platform protects email, data, applications, and networks with innovative solutions, and a managed XDR service, to strengthen cyber resilience. Hundreds of thousands of IT professionals and managed service providers worldwide trust us to protect and support them with solutions that are easy to buy, deploy, and use.
We know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization. Barracuda Networks is proud to be an employer that complies with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll work on:
- Comprehend business requirement documents and user stories to create functional and system design specifications.
- Follow Salesforce releases, new features, product roadmaps, and applications available from third parties on the Salesforce AppExchange.
- Configure application with Lightning Web Components (LWC) and Salesforce Object Query Language (SOQL).
- Work closely with Product, Sales, and Operations management to understand the system’s needs and ensure systems strategy and development are integrated into business effectively.
- Partner with development teams to ensure that technical solutions align with architecture standards.
- Advise partners by anticipating customer needs and identifying appropriate solutions.
- Telecommuting permitted pursuant to company policy.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Information Technology Management, or related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Two (2) years of experience as a Salesforce Developer, Salesforce Data Specialist, Salesforce Administrator, or related occupation.
Must have experience with the following: delivering complex projects using Agile development practices; working with Salesforce Security model and Salesforce configuration/customization; working with Apex, Visualforce, Triggers, Scheduled and Batch classes, and Lighting web components (LWC); developing technical performance architecture; working with Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Salesforce Communities; implementation of DevOps and source code management tools; implementing and working with continuous integration and continuous delivery infrastructure; and integrating Salesforce with third party applications using SOAP/REST API, and Middleware.
COMPENSATION
- The anticipated salary for this role is $187,741 per year. Actual compensation offered will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, the budget for the position, and applicable employment laws.
At Barracuda, we believe in fair and equitable compensation practices that reflect both market realities and the unique circumstances of each geographical location. We recognize that cost-of-living disparities, market conditions, and other factors can significantly impact compensation expectations in different regions. The compensation range provided in this job description is for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect the actual compensation offers for the position in your location. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidates’ qualifications and experience.
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Senior Salesforce Developer Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Barracuda Networks1

- Checkr1

- First American1

- Salesforce1

- Sikich1

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software2
- Accounting & Auditing1
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Electronics & Hardware1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior salesforce developer jobs across California.
- Salesforce Platform Developer I or II certification required or strongly preferred
- Five or more years of hands-on Salesforce development experience including Apex and LWC
- Proven experience designing and deploying Salesforce solutions in enterprise environments
- Strong command of Salesforce integration patterns, REST APIs, and middleware platforms
- Experience with Agile or Scrum delivery frameworks in cross-functional California teams
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
Senior Salesforce Developer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior salesforce developer in California?
There is no state-issued California license for this role, so the path runs through certifications and experience. Most California employers expect at least one active Salesforce credential, typically Platform Developer I as a floor and Platform Developer II for senior roles. Candidates build toward senior level by accumulating hands-on project experience, often starting in admin or junior developer roles at California technology, healthcare, or financial services companies before moving into architecture-level work.
How much do senior salesforce developers make in California?
Senior salesforce developers in California earn a median of about $174,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $105,060 for the lowest 10% to over $272,670 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire senior salesforce developers in California?
Employers hiring senior salesforce developers in California right now include Barracuda Networks, Checkr, and First American, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of enterprise technology headquarters and large healthcare systems means demand is consistent across both pure-tech employers and heavily regulated industries that run Salesforce-based operations at scale.
Which California cities have the most senior salesforce developer jobs?
San Francisco, Campbell, and Sacramento account for the most senior salesforce developer openings in California. San Francisco leads because Salesforce itself is headquartered there and the broader Bay Area is dense with enterprise technology firms, while Los Angeles and San Diego draw demand from media conglomerates, biotech companies, and large regional health systems that rely on Salesforce for customer and patient operations.
Are there remote senior salesforce developer jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 60% of senior salesforce developer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how thoroughly this work is delivered through cloud tooling and distributed agile teams. Implementation, configuration, and architecture work in particular tends to be the most remote-compatible, though enterprise clients sometimes require on-site presence for discovery and go-live phases.
How can I get hired as a senior salesforce developer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is earning Salesforce Administrator and Platform Developer I certifications and applying to associate developer or Salesforce admin roles at California technology companies, large health systems like Kaiser Permanente or Dignity Health, or Salesforce consulting partners with California practices. Many larger California employers run rotational or associate programs that move credentialed candidates into development tracks. Lateral moves from business analyst or CRM admin roles are also a common bridge into the developer path.
Where can I find and apply to senior salesforce developer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to senior salesforce developer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly.
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