Application Engineer - III

Vanguard; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Vanguard is seeking an experienced software engineer to design, implement, and support cloud-based applications and integrations across physical security platforms. You will translate business needs into reliable technical solutions and optimize backend performance for scalable systems.

Role includes building integrations with Workday, ServiceNow CMDB, Jira, and Genetec, migrating stacks to AWS-native services, and ensuring robust security and documentation.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of related experience in application development.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with server-side deployment and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
• Workflow integration with Workday, ServiceNow CMDB, or Jira.
• Strong database design, debugging, and performance tuning.
• Experience with Agile delivery and Atlassian tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement cloud-based apps and integrations.
• Translate requirements into reliable technical solutions.
• Optimize backend performance, scalability, and resilience.
• Integrate data sources and REST APIs to streamline workflows.
• Build integrations with Workday, ServiceNow CMDB, Jira, and Genetec.
• Support migration of tech stack to AWS-native services.
• Document designs and enforce security, testing, and change management.
• Collaborate with business and vendor teams to deliver solutions.

Skills

5+ years of experience

API development

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Server-side deployment

System integration

Workday/ServiceNow/Jira workflows

Database design & tuning

Agile (Jira/Confluence)

Cross-functional communication

Genetec/physical security tech

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Genetec

AWS

Azure

Job description

Designs, integrates, and supports secure, scalable applications for enterprise physical security platforms. The role focuses on cloud adoption, backend optimization, API development, and workflow integrations across physical access control, video management, physical identity, and operational platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and support cloud-based applications and integrations, including third-party products.
• Translate business requirements into reliable technical solutions for complex projects and enhancements.
• Optimize backend performance, scalability, resilience, and responsiveness.
• Integrate data sources, REST APIs, and services to streamline workflows and improve system efficiency.
• Build and support integrations with Workday, ServiceNow CMDB, Jira, and Genetec physical security platform.
• Support migration of the security technology stack to AWS-native services and the buildout of Genetec Federation.
• Apply enterprise standards for security, data protection, testing, documentation, and change management.
• Promote solutions through development, test, and production environments and provide post-production support.
• Partner with business, technology, and vendor teams to resolve issues and deliver sustainable solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Five or more years of related experience, including at least three years in application development.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience with server-side deployment, system integration, API management, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Workflow integration or development involving Workday, ServiceNow CMDB, or Jira.
• Strong knowledge of database design, optimization, debugging, and performance tuning.
• Experience with Agile delivery and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Ability to document technical designs and communicate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Physical security technologies such as Genetec, C-CURE, enterprise video management and archiving, or Envoy.

Preferred Experience

• Genetec ClearID, Synergis, Omnicast, or Federation experience and certifications.
• CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certification, particularly in lieu of a bachelor's degree.

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.