Our client, Financial Services is seeking a Sr. Application Engineer to join their team. As a Sr. Application Engineer, you will be part of Business Technology Solutions supporting the systems and engineering team responsible for key credit union applications. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, a solid understanding of the system development lifecycle and DevOps practices, and a proven ability to mentor others while collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Job Title:Sr. Application Engineer Location: Cottage Grove, WI Pay Range: $90000 - $115000 What's the Job?
- Design, configure, integrate, administer, and manage the lifecycle of enterprise applications, including core banking, digital banking, loan origination, payment processing, treasury management, and document imaging/workflow automation.
- Partner with business units to analyze, design, and deliver system enhancements that improve member experience and internal operations.
- Ensure supported systems are secure, compliant, and optimized for performance, stability, and reliable day-to-day operations.
- Proactively address risks and dependencies through cross-functional collaboration, leveraging engineering best practices to keep deployments on track.
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies and financial institution trends (including AI where applicable) to improve integrations, development, testing, and deployment.
- Tech Stack:
- Java (Spring Boot) - core platform
- Python (used across projects)
- PowerShell (scripting, automation)
- On-prem servers
- Open to candidates that have .Net & C# or adjacent skills if there is strong learning ability
- Digital/Web Stack:
- Node.js
- React
- Some Vue
- Backend + frontend across vendor systems
- Additional:
- Automated testing
- Enterprise vendor system integrations
- Working across multiple platforms/environments
- Nice to Have:
- AI Development experience
- Cloud/Modern architecture experience
What's Needed?
- High School/GED
- Five or more years of professional experience in application engineering, application development, or a similar role (or an equivalent combination of applicable work experience and education).
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex application issues and implement effective solutions.
- Demonstrated proficiency with enterprise applications, vendor administration, database systems, and API integration technologies.
- Experience working in agile methodologies, plus advanced understanding of software applications, application architectures, and IT engineering best practices. What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to help create a seamless technology experience for staff and members through secure, compliant, high-performing application engineering.
- Chance to modernize and improve enterprise application foundations through vendor migrations, upgrades, and integrations.
- Support for continuous learning by researching and applying new technologies and industry trends to real business outcomes.
- Ability to mentor junior and mid-level team members and strengthen team knowledge through documentation and shared engineering practices.
- Work that directly improves operational efficiency by automating routine tasks and reducing technology friction. If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells. ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.