Forward Deployed Application Engineer

** Forward Deployed Application Engineer*
* ** Category:
** Software Development/ Engineering

** Main location:
** United States, Virginia, Arlington

** Position :
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* Employment Type:

** Full Time

** Position

Description:

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* 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.

** Your future duties and responsibilities:*
* 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.

** Required qualifications to be successful in this role:*
* 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:
Python, Java, C#/.NET, or JavaScript/Type Script.

Working knowledge of SQL and experience integrating with databases.

Experience building/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.

Desired qualifications/non essential skills required:

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.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $62,900.00 $.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

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Competitive compensation

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Comprehensive insurance options

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Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan

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Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time

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Paid parental leave

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Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

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Wellness and Well being programs

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* Skills:

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* + Application Development

+ Embedded Software Development

+ MS Power Platform

+ SQL

+ Software Design

** What you can expect from us:*
* ** Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action.*
* Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because...

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

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…