Application Engineer

Application Engineer

Position Description

Are you looking to expand your software development and technical architecture skills while gaining hands‑on experience with emerging digital technologies, including cloud services? CGI Federal is seeking a technical professional to help automate processes supporting CGI’s Momentum financial management and procurement solution within a high‑security government environment.

In this role, you will work with U.S. Federal clients to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and develop cutting‑edge automation solutions - while continuing to grow your own technical capabilities.

This position is located onsite in Washington, DC.

Your future duties and responsibilities

Design, develop, and test automation solutions using enhanced workflow automation platforms to streamline business processes and system operations.

Identify and troubleshoot ERP issues by performing code analysis, systems analysis, and evaluation of operational workflows for the agency’s ERP products.

Analyze business process outcomes to assess performance, accuracy, and effectiveness, contributing insights that shape enterprise product enhancements and customer‑specific solutions.

Determine reporting requirements and build solutions - including 4GL reports, forms, and dashboards - to meet evolving business needs.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

Top Secret Clearance

US Citizenship is required due to federal contract requirements.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, MIS, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience with Linux, SQL, Python, and either .NET/C# or Java.

Prior experience working on collaborative teams using Agile and/or DevOps methodologies.

Hands‑on experience across the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, documentation, training, deployment, operations, and maintenance.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and organize time effectively in a fast‑paced environment.

Strong collaboration skills for working with SMEs, business analysts, vendors, and cross‑functional teams.

Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed client expectations, project goals, and personal performance objectives.

Excellent communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with IBM Workload Automation, webMethods, web services, AWS (EC2, Lambda, RDS for Oracle, EFS, CloudWatch), GitLab, and Jira.

Experience with ERP or financial systems (highly preferred).

Familiarity or certification with RPA tools (UiPath, Blue Prism, Automation Anywhere) is highly desirable.

Experience or certifications in BI/data analytics tools and methodologies.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $81,600.00 $161,100.00.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

. Competitive compensation

. Comprehensive insurance options

. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan

. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time

. Paid parental leave

. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

. Wellness and Well being programs

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team - one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

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