Enterprise Applications AI Integration Engineer

Colorado PERA; Denver (CO); Híbrido; USD 110.000 - 135.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work option

Descripción de la vacante

Colorado PERA is seeking an Enterprise Applications AI Integrations Engineer to implement approved AI solutions across the enterprise application landscape. You will evaluate options with the AI Architect, define requirements, develop proofs of concept, and propose scalable implementations.

The role requires hands-on engineering in automation, API development, data mapping and transformation, and cloud/on-prem platforms.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with significant IT experience or equivalent.
• Experience evaluating, implementing, or supporting enterprise AI capabilities and intelligent automation.
• Experience with source control, testing, change management, deployment, monitoring, and logging across environments.
• Ability to analyze complex requirements, troubleshoot issues, and communicate with technical/non-technical stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and support AI-enabled capabilities and intelligent automation.
• Evaluate processes to improve AI-enabled workflows and data quality.
• Coordinate testing, deployment readiness, and transition to support.
• Resolve production incidents and perform root-cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain concise, current technical documentation for knowledge transfer.

Conocimientos

Enterprise AI capabilities

Intelligent automation

Virtual agents

Agentic workflows

Prompt engineering

AI governance frameworks

Responsible AI practices

Source control

CI/CD pipelines

Observability tools

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in technical field

Herramientas

Python

PowerShell

JavaScript

Descripción del empleo

Summary Of Job Responsibilities

The Enterprise Application AI Integrations Engineer works in partnership with the AI Architect and Enterprise Applications leadership to implement approved AI solutions and integrations across the organization's enterprise application environment.

The engineer will work alongside the AI Architect by evaluating technical options, identifying integration requirements, developing proof of concepts, and recommending implementation approaches. The position is expected to provide feedback on architecture patterns and operational controls based on implementation experience.

The role applies hands-on engineering expertise in intelligent automation, programming, API development, system integration, data mapping and transformation, and cloud and on-premises application platforms to streamline business processes and enable accurate, consistent data exchange. Working with moderate independence, the engineer translates business and technical requirements into maintainable solutions; supports testing, deployment, monitoring, and production operations; resolves complex issues; and advances platform reliability, security, scalability, and continuous improvement. The position serves as a technical escalation resource and collaborates with business, technology, security, and vendor partners throughout the application and integration lifecycle.

Ideal Candidate Statement

Takes ownership of commitments, communicates risks early, and follows through on deliverables. Remains effective as priorities, requirements, and technologies evolve. Builds trusted relationships, communicates technical information clearly, shares knowledge, and balances business needs, user experience, security, and operational requirements. Embraces continuous learning and applies sound judgment to emerging technologies, automation opportunities, and AI-enabled capabilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Individuals must be able to perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

• AI Lifecycle Management & Governance: Design, implement, and support approved AI-enabled capabilities, including intelligent automation, virtual agents, and agentic workflows. Apply governance, human oversight, data protection, testing, monitoring, and performance measurement to keep solutions accurate, secure, explainable, maintainable, and aligned with approved business outcomes throughout the lifecycle.
• Automation, AI Enablement & Process Improvement: Evaluate business and operational processes to identify and implement approved AI-enabled, workflow, scripting, integration, and automation solutions. Improve efficiency, consistency, service delivery, data quality, user experience, and risk management, and measure results against defined business outcomes.
• Requirements & Solution Delivery: Build trusted partnerships with business, technology, security, and vendor stakeholders. Balance business objectives, user experience, security, maintainability, and organizational standards while coordinating testing, deployment readiness, and transition to support.
• Operational Excellence & Problem Resolution: Resolve escalated incidents, diagnose complex production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions. Use telemetry and trend analysis to prevent recurrence, reduce technical debt, standardize practices, and improve reliability and operational maturity.
• Documentation & Knowledge Transfer: Maintain concise, current, and reusable technical documentation that supports knowledge transfer, operational continuity, audit readiness, recovery, and cross-functional support.

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, monitor, troubleshoot, and support enterprise applications and platforms.
• Perform access administration, maintenance, upgrades, lifecycle management, capacity planning, and consumption monitoring to keep solutions secure, reliable, maintainable, and cost-effective.
• Participate in training and professional development activities to maintain and expand technical knowledge relevant to enterprise applications.
• Research emerging technologies, develop recommendations, and support proofs of concept, pilots, and evaluations for new tools or platforms that address evolving business and technology needs, under guidance from senior engineers and leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in technical field; five years’ experience in a related Information Technology profession; responsible experience in enterprise application engineering, application platform administration, systems integration, or a related technical role; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience evaluating, implementing, or supporting enterprise AI capabilities, intelligent automation, virtual agents, agentic workflows, prompt engineering, AI governance frameworks, or responsible AI practices.
• Experience with source control, structured testing, change management, deployment practices, monitoring, logging, reconciliation, and error handling across development, test, UAT, and production environments.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex requirements, troubleshoot technical issues, produce clear documentation, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating or supporting enterprise SaaS, cloud, and identity platforms.
• Experience with cloud-native integration services, API management, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, or observability tools.
• Hands-on experience designing, developing, securing, testing, deploying, and supporting enterprise integrations, APIs, scripts, workflow or process automation, backend services, and data transformations using modern integration technologies and programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, or JavaScript.
• Relevant technical certifications in AI engineering, cloud development, application integration, automation, or enterprise application operations are preferred but not required.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment with frequent telephone communication, computer operation, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy and printer machine.
• Occasional moving and positioning supplies in excess of 20 pounds
• All employees are expected to present themselves in a professional manner in alignment with the financial services industry
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to operate standard PC equipment
• Ability to manage frequent deadlines and tight schedules

Hybrid Work Option

• Opportunity to work from home up to three days per week. Eligibility dependent upon factors detailed in PERA's Work from Home Policy.

Why Work at PERA

Colorado PERA offers more than a traditional pension career. We are a mission-driven organization with a growing focus on technology and modernization. Employees have the opportunity to do meaningful work with a real impact on over 700,000 members. From enhancing digital tools and member experiences to supporting major enterprise initiatives, employees are part of meaningful, future-focused work that blends public service with innovation. We take pride in our inclusive culture, career development opportunities, and our consistent recognition as a Top Workplace based on employee feedback. PERA is a place to connect, contribute, and be part of something bigger.

A Culture That Cares

At PERA, leveraging employee strengths and supporting strong engagement are the foundations of our culture. Employees are encouraged to grow through development opportunities and internal career movement, while also being part of an organization where people feel respected, informed, and included. Collaboration is encouraged across teams, allowing employees to learn from one another and contribute in ways that maximize their unique skills. We strive to foster an environment where employees can do their best work and feel supported by the people around them

An Employer that Invests in You

PERA invests in our employees in ways that matter; from comprehensive benefits and generous paid time-off to thoughtful everyday amenities that enhance the office experience. Employees are encouraged to continue learning through training, mentoring, and development at every stage of their careers. We champion a workplace where people feel valued, inspired, and equipped to grow.

Join Us

If you’re energized by meaningful work, motivated by an organization that evolves with a changing world and looking for an employer that invests in you, then consider joining PERA’s team. Learn more about careers at PERA at copera.org/careers.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned with or without notice.

Unfortunately, at this time, PERA cannot consider candidates that require sponsorship (now or in the future), or are located outside of the US.

All Colorado PERA employees are subject to PERA’s Ethics Policy and some employees are subject to the Personal Trading Policy. These policies include restrictions on outside business activities and employment and have certain requirements on personal trading. You may request copies of these policies from PERA’s talent acquisition team and any questions can be answered by PERA’s Investment Administration team.

Position Title: Enterprise Applications AI Integration Engineer
Division: Information Technology
Reports to: Enterprise Applications Manager II
Job Status: Full-time, Exempt
Salary: $110,000.00 to $135,000.00 Annual, Commensurate with experience
Posting Dates: 11/06/2026 to 11/22/2026