Application Engineer III

job summary:

Our client is seeking an experienced Application Engineer III based on-site in Millstone Township, NJ. In this vital role, you will architect enterprise-scale physical security infrastructures, oversee complex multi-site deployments, and resolve high-level technical escalations while collaborating closely with client IT teams to deliver reliable, secure, and future-ready solutions.

location: Millstone Township, New Jersey job type: Permanent salary: $100,000 - 140,000 per year work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Architect, design, and deploy enterprise-level access control, video management, and integrated security systems across multi-site environments.
• Serve as the primary escalation lead for complex technical incidents, conducting root-cause analyses and implementing permanent corrective solutions.
• Collaborate directly with customer IT, cybersecurity, and engineering teams to align system architectures with enterprise network standards and compliance mandates.
• Direct system commissioning, API integrations, database replication, and server clustering to ensure minimal downtime and business continuity.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Associate and Level I/II Application Engineers while establishing standard operating procedures and documentation governance.

qualifications:

10+ years of enterprise access control and video surveillance experience, including at least 3 years as an Applications Engineer or similar technical role.

Advanced manufacturer certifications such as LenelS2 Master, Genetec Advanced, or Milestone Expert.

Proven technical mastery of SQL, Windows Server clustering, virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), and enterprise networking.

Demonstrated track record of leading large-scale system deployments, integrations, and complex multi-site migrations.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology preferred; willingness to participate in on-call rotations and occasional travel as needed.

skills:

API integrations,clustering,database replication,deployment strategies,Genetec,firmware,Hyper-V,enterprise IT systems,Computer Science,integration frameworks,interoperability,network architectures,system optimization,system reliability,version control,knowledge of SQL,system configurations,System Architecture,integrating,virtualization,VMware,Windows Server,communication skills,Coordinate,Leadership & Mentorship,Excellent leadership,resilience,problem resolution,reliability,Collaboration,acceptance testing,access control,advanced analytics,architecture,architectural diagrams,audits,business continuity,operational efficiency,video management,system commissioning,customer training,onboarding,enterprise architecture,governance,incident management,infrastructures,lifecycle management,maintenance,Mentor,advanced diagnostics,operational readiness,Pre-Sales,process improvements,product testing,project planning,regulatory requirements,risks,root-cause analysis,scalability,security system,large-scale deployments,system designs,Lead technical,Advanced Technical Support,technology evaluations,Technology Strategy,documentation

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.