Vinson & Elkins
Position Overview
The Senior Applications Engineer is responsible for the strategic evaluation and analysis of computer operating systems and software applications to ensure alignment with organizational standards, compatibility with existing systems, and seamless integration within the firm’s technology structure. Translates complex user requirements into scalable application solutions that align with the strategic goals of the firm.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Leads the formulation and definition of operating system and application requirements by proactively engaging with business stakeholders, department heads, and IT leadership to align technology solutions with strategic goals.
Evaluates complex user requirements and conducts market research to recommend enterprise-grade applications that meet both current and future business needs.
Directs and validates research and testing efforts for operating systems and applications to ensure compatibility, performance, and compliance with firm-wide standards.
Determines and enforces customization standards and governance for integrating new software into the firm’s technology ecosystem.
Develops and manages implementation roadmaps for enterprise-wide rollouts of operating systems and applications, including change management and user adoption strategies.
Leads the evaluation and prioritization of enhancement requests for existing applications, balancing user needs with technical feasibility and business impact.
Oversees lifecycle maintenance and optimization of deployed systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and alignment with evolving business requirements. Implements cost optimization strategies for licensing and utilization as needed.
Serves as technical lead or project manager on high-impact initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
Leads the development and maintenance of role specific software images and packages.
Provides expert-level support and mentorship to junior engineers and support teams, including escalation handling and knowledge transfer.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions
Job is performed remotely but may require occasional travel into the office, is subject to time pressures and constraints, and is often dependent on input from others.
Occasional overtime may be required.
The Senior Applications Engineer is responsible for the strategic evaluation and analysis of computer operating systems and software applications to ensure alignment with organizational standards, compatibility with existing systems, and seamless integration within the firm’s technology structure. Translates complex user requirements into scalable application solutions that align with the strategic goals of the firm.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Leads the formulation and definition of operating system and application requirements by proactively engaging with business stakeholders, department heads, and IT leadership to align technology solutions with strategic goals.
Evaluates complex user requirements and conducts market research to recommend enterprise-grade applications that meet both current and future business needs.
Directs and validates research and testing efforts for operating systems and applications to ensure compatibility, performance, and compliance with firm-wide standards.
Determines and enforces customization standards and governance for integrating new software into the firm’s technology ecosystem.
Develops and manages implementation roadmaps for enterprise-wide rollouts of operating systems and applications, including change management and user adoption strategies.
Leads the evaluation and prioritization of enhancement requests for existing applications, balancing user needs with technical feasibility and business impact.
Oversees lifecycle maintenance and optimization of deployed systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and alignment with evolving business requirements. Implements cost optimization strategies for licensing and utilization as needed.
Serves as technical lead or project manager on high-impact initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
Leads the development and maintenance of role specific software images and packages.
Provides expert-level support and mentorship to junior engineers and support teams, including escalation handling and knowledge transfer.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions
Job is performed remotely but may require occasional travel into the office, is subject to time pressures and constraints, and is often dependent on input from others.
Occasional overtime may be required.