Project Engineer – IT Applications (Client-Facing)

ZENITH INFOTECH (S) PTE LTD.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider in Glasgow is seeking a Project Engineer – Applications to lead the implementation and support of application development projects. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience, a strong technical foundation, and excellent client engagement skills. Responsibilities include serving as the technical point of contact, managing deployment timelines, and coordinating with cross-functional teams. This role offers a salary range of $6500 - $7800 plus bonuses.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in application development or project engineering.
• Solid understanding of SDLC and ITIL practices.
• Hands-on experience with SQL and APIs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical point of contact for clients.
• Plan and manage application deployment and support.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams.

Skills

Application lifecycle management

Client engagement

Technical troubleshooting

Communication skills

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

JIRA

ServiceNow

Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Zenith Infotech (S) Pte Ltd. was started in 1997, primarily with the vision of offering state-of-the-art IT Professionals and solutions to various organizations and thereby helping them increase their productivity and competitiveness. From deployment of one person to formation of whole IT teams, Zenith Infotech has helped clients with their staff augmentation needs. Zenith offers opportunity to be engaged in long term projects with large IT savvy companies, Consulting organizations, System Integrators, Government, and MNCs.

EA Licence No: 20S0237

Employment Details

Employment type: Perm with Zenith Infotech

Location: CENTRAL WEST

Working Hours: 8:30AM to 6:00PM (mon-fri)

Salary: $6500 - 7800 + Bonuses

Working Arrangement: ONSITE

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and driven Project Engineer – Applications to lead the successful implementation, deployment, and support of application development projects for clients. This role requires a strong technical foundation, experience in application lifecycle management, and the ability to work across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical point of contact for clients throughout the application implementation and support lifecycle.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage application deployment, configuration, and post-deployment support in alignment with client-specific requirements and standards.
• Lead and manage functional project timelines, deliverables, and risk mitigation efforts to ensure successful execution.
• Collaborate with development, QA, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver robust, secure, and compliant application updates.
• Coordinate and support application integration efforts with client environments and third-party systems.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis for application issues, ensuring timely resolution with minimal impact to the client.
• Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT), functional reviews, and end-user training with client stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation, including system configurations, procedures, and issue logs.
• Monitor and report on project health, resource utilization, and issue resolution in regular client-facing meetings.
• Ensure compliance with IT security policies, data privacy standards, and contractual service-level agreements (SLAs).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in application development, support, or project engineering, ideally in client-facing roles.
• Solid understanding of SDLC, ITIL practices, and application support methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as JIRA, ServiceNow, or other project and issue tracking platforms.
• Proficient in SQL, APIs, web-based applications, and basic scripting (e.g., Python, Shell, or PowerShell).
• Excellent communication, documentation, and client engagement skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with enterprise or client application ecosystems.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, particularly in client-hosted deployments.
• Certifications in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2) or ITIL Foundation.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or Hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Experience managing third-party vendors or technical support teams for client implementations.

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