Forward Deployed Application Engineer

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Forward Deployed Application Engineer

Arlington, Virginia, United States

CGI Federal is looking for a Forward Deployed Application Engineer to deliver client-facing applications, integrations, and automation that streamline operations and improve business processes. This role is software development–focused and requires strong engineering fundamentals. Experience with Microsoft Power Platform is helpful for supporting existing business workflows, but candidates can be successful with the right technical foundation and willingness to learn.

This position is located in Arlington, VA.

• Develop, test, and maintain application features and integrations using modern software development practices.
• Build and consume REST APIs; integrate with relational and non‑relational data sources.
• Implement data transformations and job/workflow automation (tooling varies by project).
• Support existing low code workflows/applications as needed, including minor enhancements and troubleshooting (Power Platform used in some areas).
• Write unit/integration tests; participate in code reviews; use Git and team CI/CD processes.
• Troubleshoot production issues and defects; perform root cause analysis and implement fixes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to refine requirements and deliver iteratively in an agile environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–4 years of professional experience in software development (applications and/or integrations).
• Proficiency in at least one of Python, Java, C#/.NET, or JavaScript/Type Script.
• Working knowledge of SQL and experience integrating with databases.
• Experience building and consuming REST APIs and using Git/source control.
• Strong debugging/problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a client-facing environment.
• Experience with low‑code tools (e.g., Power Platform) or willingness to learn and support them as needed.

• Exposure to data engineering/analytics concepts (ETL/ELT, batch processing, data quality).
• Familiarity with distributed processing or notebooks (e.g., Spark/Databricks concepts) a plus.
• Exposure to operational/analytics platforms (e.g., Palantir Foundry) a plus.
• Cloud familiarity (Azure, AWS, GCP) and basic identity/auth concepts.
• Experience with CI/CD and automated testing.

$62,900.00 – $ USD

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and well‑being programs

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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