Chief Enterprise Platform Engineer & Tech Leader

MAXIMUS; Providence (RI); Remote; USD 230,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Maximus is seeking an experienced senior technologist to own the engineering lifecycle for critical enterprise platforms, including Salesforce and Deltek Costpoint. You will lead application engineering, platform operations, and DevSecOps, driving modernization and cost efficiency across programs.

You will partner with business and technology leaders to prioritize investments, guide architectural decisions, and ensure program success with measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 12+ years of progressive engineering experience, including senior technical leadership on large programs.
• 7+ years of technology leadership experience managing enterprise platforms or portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise CRM/ERP platforms (Salesforce, Deltek Costpoint).
• Experience with DevSecOps, APIs, integration, and release management.

Responsibilities

• Own the engineering lifecycle of Salesforce, Deltek Costpoint, and supporting systems.
• Lead application engineering, platform operations, and release management.
• Drive platform modernization, automation, and reduction of technical debt.
• Ensure security, reliability, performance, and compliance across platforms.
• Partner with leaders to prioritize capabilities and transformation initiatives.
• Build and lead high-performing teams with clear accountability.
• Manage technology budgets, licensing, and vendor relationships.
• Review emerging technologies including AI and analytics.
• Occasional leadership over multiple departments or teams.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Deltek Costpoint

APIs

CI/CD

Job description

Maximus is seeking an experienced senior technologist to own the engineering lifecycle for critical enterprise platforms, including Salesforce and Deltek Costpoint. You will lead application engineering, platform operations, and DevSecOps, driving modernization and cost efficiency across programs.

You will partner with business and technology leaders to prioritize investments, guide architectural decisions, and ensure program success with measurable outcomes.