Top Application Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Leads DevOps and application operations for critical enterprise applications. Responsibilities include production reliability, SLO and SLA management, incident response, release and deployment operations, observability, automation, capacity planning, disaster recovery, security compliance, performance optimization, stakeholder service reviews, and mentoring AppOps engineers. The role supports 24x7 reliability through on-call participation and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, cloud, security, and compliance teams.

The Senior Software Engineer will design and develop IMS TM and DB-compatible technologies, providing architectural leadership and mentoring while optimizing mission-critical applications for modern environments.

Designs and develops enterprise-scale applications, collaborating with business analysts and system architects. Implements web- and API-based solutions using Java, .NET, AngularJS, JavaScript, SOAP/REST, MuleSoft, and low-code/no-code BPMN tools (Appian, Salesforce, Nintex) with SQL Server in agile/hybrid environments.

Implement, configure, and provide L3 support for Fircosoft/Firco Continuity sanctions screening across payments (SWIFT, Wire, ACH, real-time). Configure screening rules and utilities, manage integrations (MQ/MQFTE, Kafka, file transfers, TWS), develop SQL and Unix/Linux scripts, and support upgrades, deployments, CI/CD, monitoring, incident management, RCA, and performance optimization.

As a Staff Application Platform Engineer, you will enhance developer productivity, design scalable systems, ensure security, and collaborate cross-functionally on projects from ideation to deployment.

The Applications Engineer installs and integrates AI vision systems on production lines, troubleshoots issues, and provides customer support in manufacturing environments.

Support application designs for cartridge valves, manifolds and directional controls. Manage new application projects, coordinate with design and operations, write specs, provide technical training and sales/marketing support, evaluate vendor bids, and maintain manufacturing processes.

Develop, test, and validate application software and HMI solutions for mobile/off-highway hydraulic systems using C, Codesys, MATLAB/Simulink and HYDAC MATCH. Provide lab and on-vehicle validation, technical customer support, and sales representation. Create reusable function blocks and implement functionally safe software in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Build and deploy integrations between the Bayesian platform and large EHR systems, implement automated integration and end-to-end tests, support production deployments and go-lives, develop tooling and automation (including LLMs), and collaborate with implementation and clinical teams to deliver clinician-facing workflows.

Lead a small scrum team as hands-on technical authority, writing and reviewing full-stack C#/.NET, Angular, and Oracle code; run sprint ceremonies; drive AI-first tooling adoption; manage and develop 4–5 engineers; coordinate cross-functional delivery and client engagement.

Lead a small scrum team as the daily technical authority: write and review full-stack C#/.NET and Angular code, run scrum ceremonies, set priorities, unblock engineers, enforce quality standards, drive AI-first tooling adoption, manage 4–5 engineers, engage client stakeholders, and coordinate cross-team delivery and release readiness.

Design, build, and deliver AI-driven Salesforce Agentforce agents and intelligent automations. Develop integrations, test automations, debug Apex/JavaScript/Python code, produce technical documentation, mentor junior engineers, participate in DevOps and QA, and support transformational projects and high-priority incidents.

Design, develop, and implement enterprise-scale web and API-based applications. Collaborate with business analysts and architects to build solutions using low-code/no-code BPMN tools, MuleSoft Anypoint, .NET, MS SQL Server, and web technologies. Maintain secure remote work practices for government CUI environments and participate in Agile ceremonies.

Design, manage, and implement Appian-based applications for financial services and insurance clients. Capture requirements with Tech Leads, translate business needs into solutions, deliver custom Appian implementations, collaborate with architects and delivery teams, and develop reusable assets, accelerators, and best practices.

Lead maintenance, administration, and enhancement of cloud-hosted Maximo Application Suite 9 and supporting OpenShift/Oracle/AWS infrastructure. Install, configure, secure (DHS/TSA requirements), troubleshoot, automate operations, gather requirements, document designs, develop integrations and reports (BIRT/Cognos), support users, and participate in DevSecOps lifecycle and high-availability FedRAMP environments.

Modernize legacy enterprise applications for the IRS by migrating to cloud-native architectures: replatforming Java apps, implementing Spring Boot microservices, containerizing on OpenShift/Kubernetes, enabling CI/CD and enterprise integration, and designing technical solutions to support Common API Services.

Lead design, development, modernization, and support of enterprise middleware and API integration services for the IRS. Provide technical leadership for Java-based integration solutions using IBM webMethods and cloud-native microservices on OpenShift/Kubernetes. Responsibilities include API development, system integration, application modernization, production support, troubleshooting, and delivery within Agile/DevSecOps environments.

Serve as regional technical lead for Tyvek® semiconductor packaging applications, engaging customers, driving application development and qualification, leading root-cause investigations, collaborating with R&D and manufacturing, and supporting commercialization and specification-in activities.

The Windchill Application Developer will develop, implement, test, and maintain Windchill solutions, collaborate with teams, and troubleshoot application issues for the US Navy.