Senior HR Avature ATS Application Engineer

Request Technology, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestigious Global Firm seeks a Senior Application Engineer with Avature ATS experience to own the full HR technology lifecycle from implementation to optimization, delivering systems for recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and LMS across a global organization.

The role requires hands-on leadership in HR tech, API integrations, SSO, and governance to ensure secure, scalable solutions and informed decision-making across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• :Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in CS/IS
• +7 years of experience supporting HR tech including LMS, recruiting, performance management
• +Experience leading HR technology implementations across cross-functional teams
• +Strong HR workflows knowledge, ideally in professional services
• +Programming/scripting: Java, .NET, Python; SQL and data analysis
• +Experience with SaaS platforms, APIs, and SSO technologies

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end implementation and lifecycle management of HR and talent systems
• Provide Level 3 support for HR applications and diagnose complex issues
• Drive technical strategy for HR systems and future roadmaps
• Design user-centered configurations aligning with business goals
• Ensure governance, security, and privacy standards across systems
• Build integrations across systems using APIs for secure data flow
• Strengthen vendor partnerships to enhance solutions
• Enable data-driven decisions through analytics and reporting
• Maintain system documentation, standards, and support procedures

Skills

Java

C# / .NET

Python

SQL

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

APIs (REST/SOAP)

SSO (SAML/OAuth)

Job description

***We are unable to sponsor for this permanent full-time role***

***Position is bonus eligible***

Prestigious Global Firm is currently seeking a Senior Application Engineer with Avature ATS experience. Candidate will play a critical role in owning the full lifecycle of the firm’s HR technology ecosystem. From implementation to optimization, you’ll lead the delivery of systems that power recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and Learning Management Systems (LMS), supporting teams across a global organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead System Delivery: Own end-to-end implementation and lifecycle management of HR and talent systems, from requirements gathering through deployment and post-go-live support
• Provide Advanced Support: Deliver Level 3 support for HR applications, diagnosing complex issues and implementing effective, sustainable solutions
• Drive Technical Strategy: Serve as the primary technical and functional lead for Legal HR systems, advising on capabilities, best practices, and future roadmaps
• Design User-Centered Solutions: Translate business needs into intuitive, high-quality system configurations that align with organizational goals
• Ensure Governance & Compliance: Partner across HR, Technology, Security, and vendors to ensure systems meet all security, privacy, and governance standards
• Build Integrations: Develop and maintain integrations across systems using APIs (Application Programming Interfaces), ensuring accuracy, reliability, and secure data flow
• Strengthen Vendor Partnerships: Collaborate with vendors and developers to enhance solutions while aligning with internal technology and risk standards
• Enable Data-Driven Decisions: Partner with stakeholders to design analytics and reporting that drive insight and informed decision-making
• Maintain Documentation: Create and uphold system documentation, standards, and support procedures to ensure consistency and scalability

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience
• Experience: 7+ years supporting and configuring HR technology solutions, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), recruiting, performance management, and talent platforms
• Implementation Leadership: Proven success leading HR technology implementations or major enhancements across cross-functional teams
• HR Systems Expertise: Strong understanding of HR and talent workflows, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment
• Technical Skills: Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Java, .NET, or Python, along with strong SQL and data analysis capabilities
• Integration Knowledge: Hands‑on experience with Software as a Service (SaaS) platforms, APIs, and Single Sign‑On (SSO) technologies (e.g., SAML, OAuth)
• Problem Solving & Ownership: Analytical mindset with the ability to proactively identify, troubleshoot, and escalation issues as needed
• Collaboration & Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams
• Organization & Agility: Self‑motivated and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment