Applications Engineer Level II

Applications Engineer Level II
Work Authorization: US Citizen
Location: Bethesda, MD (Hybrid)
Must have public trust clearance


Role Summary
The Applications Engineer Level II serves as the lead technical architect responsible for analyzing system requirements, designing application architectures, developing technical solutions, and overseeing implementation activities supporting Power Platform, SharePoint Online, Dataverse, Power BI, and integrated business applications. The role ensures solutions meet functional, technical, security, and performance requirements while supporting enterprise modernization initiatives.

Roles and Responsibilities
• Analyze business and technical requirements for application development efforts.
• Design enterprise application architectures and solution frameworks.
• Develop technical specifications and design documentation.
• Lead system integration and application development activities.
• Design Dataverse data models and application frameworks.
• Establish development standards and governance procedures.
• Evaluate and recommend technology solutions and implementation approaches.
• Support software configuration management activities.
• Perform performance optimization and application enhancement activities.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders and development teams.
• Conduct architecture reviews and technical assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and NIH security standards.

Educational Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.

Professional Experience
• Minimum 6 years of application engineering, systems engineering, or solution architecture experience.
• Experience designing enterprise applications using Microsoft Power Platform.
• Experience with SharePoint Online, Dataverse, Power Automate, and Power BI.
• Experience conducting systems analysis and technical solution design.
• Experience supporting Agile application development environments.

Certifications
• Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (Preferred)
• TOGAF Foundation Certification (Preferred)
• ITIL Foundation Certification

Softthink Solutions’ mission is to drive continuous innovation in IT services by prioritizing product development and implementing trustworthy computing practices. Our focus on secure and reliable product delivery is backed by sound business practices and a commitment to the long-term satisfaction of our clients in every project, regardless of its size or complexity.

Through our innovative solutions and dedicated team of experts, we strive to exceed our clients’ expectations and set the standard for excellence in the IT industry.

At Softthink Solutions, our vision is to be a trusted partner for our clients, empowering them to bring their ideas to life in the most efficient and effective manner possible. We are committed to using established best practices, industry-standard processes, and cutting-edge technology to deliver top-notch solutions that exceed expectations.

Our goal is to be recognized as leaders in the industry for our innovative, reliable, and secure IT services and solutions, and to drive the success of our clients through every project we undertake.

STSI is an independent US-based Software services and consulting partner with a primary focus on long-term relationships with both clients and team members.

STSI offers team members cutting-edge technology, training, and career guidance to expand and grow their skill sets and bring maximum value to our clients.

STSI is constantly reviewing and expanding its people strength and strives to optimally match client needs to team member talents. We are a people-oriented company seeking the best and brightest to join our team. We work with a variety of employment statuses – from citizens to permanent residents to H1B and EAD immigrants. We have openings for entry level as well as senior positions across a variety of specializations with active in-house and client projects.

In an industry that’s constantly reinventing itself, STSI challenges its team members and consultants with engagements that involve specialized services and advanced IT solutions – applying agile development principles, methodical planning, creative thinking, and continuous learning. A dynamic environment keeps our team members ahead of the curve by providing: