Position: Application Engineer

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: (for National Positions Only) Remote in CA, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, MD, MA, MI, MN, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI

Salary Range: 90K-105K

Genesys Works is a national leader in providing pathways to career success for high school students in underserved communities through skills training, meaningful work experiences, and impactful relationships. Currently in 7 cities across the country, we are positioning ourselves for future growth and have an exciting opportunity for an Application Engineer

Position Summary

The Application Engineer will play a key role in supporting digital adoption initiatives and driving the modernization of our data and application ecosystem. This mid-level position is responsible for designing, developing, and integrating software solutions across multiple platforms, ensuring scalability, reliability, and alignment with business needs.

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer

Working in collaboration with other leaders and colleagues, the Application Engineer will be responsible for the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain applications using standard programming languages including Java, Python, and PHP.

• Build and manage web portals and applications using platforms such as Drupal and Salesforce Experience Cloud.

• Develop, document, and maintain APIs to support system integrations and business processes.

• Implement system integrations using Java, Mulesoft, and other enterprise integration tools.

• Manage and optimize relational databases, particularly Postgres SQL.

• Support DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipeline design, automation, and Infrastructure as Code for cloud deployments.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).

• Partner with business and IT stakeholders to enable enterprise-wide digital adoption and process modernization.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.

• 3–5 years of professional experience in software development and application engineering.

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Java, Python, PHP).

• Hands-on experience with web development frameworks and platforms (Drupal, Salesforce Experience Cloud).

• Strong understanding of API design and integration principles.

• Knowledge of relational databases, particularly Postgres SQL.

• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud deployment methodologies.

• Familiarity with Public cloud environments such as Azure and AWS, and experience with Infrastructure as Code tools and practices.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with enterprise applications such as Salesforce, Sage, or Workday.

• Exposure to full-stack development environments.

• Exposure to Automation solutions such as Automation Anywhere.

• Experience with Enterprise Architecture practices.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in agile or cross-functional teams.

Compensation

In our quest to be a nonprofit employer of choice, we offer:

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Company-paid life and disability insurance

• Generous paid time off policy, (10) company paid holidays, and “Soft Close” between Christmas and New Year’s.

• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match

• Communications allowance

• Focus Fridays and Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to People

Genesys Works is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and respectful workplace where all individuals feel valued and empowered. It starts with our talented candidates. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and seek to recruit, support, and retain talent that reflects the culturally diverse communities we serve. Discrimination or harassment of any kind has no place here.