Senior Applications Engineer

 Requisition #: 16648

Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement  

When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between design and reality with Ansys simulation. For more than 50 years, Ansys software has enabled innovators across industries to push boundaries by using the predictive power of simulation. From sustainable transportation to advanced semiconductors, from satellite systems to life-saving medical devices, the next great leaps in human advancement will be powered by Ansys. 

Innovate With Ansys, Power Your Career.  

Summary

In this role, the Application Management Engineer will join the Ansys IT department’s Application Management Team and will be responsible for the lifecycle management of critical business applications that support our operations. The individual will work with stakeholders to gather and configure requirements, implement updates, troubleshoot issues, and ensure applications remain secure, compliant, and functional. The role involves close collaboration with the Systems/DevOps Team to deploy and maintain applications, as well as with other IT teams to support overall service delivery.

The Application Management Team oversees a diverse portfolio of applications, including Cyberark, Sailpoint, Biscom SFT (Secure File Transfer), DUO, Tenable Security Center, WSUS / PatchMyPC, Tanium, ServiceNow, JIRA, GitHub, Grafana, JAMS / SNAPlogic, Microsoft Certificate Authority, and the Ansys Application Suite (Minerva, Fluent, Mechanical, STk, OTDK, and more). The delivery of application services should be supported by automation where applicable to increase efficiency and consistency. The individual is expected to operate at a professional level, clearly communicate challenges and opportunities, and demonstrate flexibility in a dynamic IT environment.

This position is based in Exton, PA and it is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the lifecycle of business applications, including installation, configuration, maintenance, upgrades, and decommissioning, ensuring optimal performance and availability.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, implement application updates, and introduce new features to meet organizational needs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, coordinating with vendors and the Systems/DevOps Team for deployment and infrastructure support (e.g., ServiceNow, JIRA, GitHub).
• Ensure application security and compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., CMMC) using tools like Cyberark, Sailpoint, DUO, Tenable Security Center, and Microsoft Certificate Authority.
• Manage application patching and updates using tools like WSUS / PatchMyPC and Tanium, ensuring compatibility and stability.
• Integrate applications with automation and monitoring tools such as JAMS / SNAPlogic and Grafana to streamline workflows and monitor performance.
• Support secure file transfer operations using Biscom SFT, ensuring data integrity and compliance with security protocols.
• Provide training and support to end-users on application usage.
• Document application configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps to ensure repeatability and knowledge sharing across the team.
• Automate repetitive tasks through scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python) to improve efficiency in application management.
• Participate in IT projects, such as new application rollouts or system migrations, working with the Project Manager to ensure successful delivery.
• Work closely with the IT Operations team to coordinate support, align processes, and ensure consistent service delivery across the application environment.

Minimum Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 3+ years of experience in application management, systems administration, or a related IT role.
• Proven experience managing enterprise applications such as ServiceNow, JIRA, GitHub, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with security and identity management tools like Cyberark, Sailpoint, DUO, or Microsoft Certificate Authority.
• Experience with patch management systems (e.g., WSUS / PatchMyPC) and endpoint management tools (e.g., Tanium).
• Knowledge of vulnerability management tools like Tenable Security Center.
• Ability to write and maintain scripts for automation (PowerShell or Python preferred).
• Full understanding of the application stack for troubleshooting (e.g., application integration, infrastructure dependencies, user access).
• Ability to document work performed for cross-team collaboration and repeatability.
• Strong communication skills to present challenges, opportunities, and project plans to stakeholders.
• Ability to execute projects based on defined requirements and timelines.
• Motivated, energetic, and positive team player.
• Able to work independently and own tasks to completion with minimal supervision.
• Active TS/SCI Security clearance (or the ability and willingness to obtain a security clearance).

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Experience managing or supporting the Ansys Application Suite (Minerva, Fluent, Mechanical, STk, OTDK, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud-based environments (e.g., AWS, Azure) and their integration with on-premises applications.
• Experience with automation platforms like JAMS / SNAPlogic and monitoring tools like Grafana.
• Knowledge of secure file transfer protocols and tools (e.g., Biscom SFT).
• Experience working in an Agile environment, using tools like JIRA for project tracking and GitHub for version control.
• Relevant certifications such as ITIL Foundation or vendor-specific certifications for Cyberark, Sailpoint, or ServiceNow.

At Ansys, we know that changing the world takes vision, skill, and each other. We fuel new ideas, build relationships, and help each other realize our greatest potential. We are ONE Ansys. We operate on three key components: our commitments to stakeholders, our values that guide how we work together, and our actions to deliver results. As ONE Ansys, we are powering innovation that drives human advancement

Our Commitments:

• Amaze with innovative products and solutions
• Make our customers incredibly successful
• Act with integrity
• Ensure employees thrive and shareholders prosper

Our Values:

• Adaptability: Be open, welcome what’s next
• Courage: Be courageous, move forward passionately
• Generosity: Be generous, share, listen, serve
• Authenticity: Be you, make us stronger

Our Actions:

• We commit to audacious goals
• We work seamlessly as a team
• We demonstrate mastery
• We deliver outstanding results

VALUES IN ACTION

Ansys is committed to powering the people who power human advancement. We believe in creating and nurturing a workplace that supports and welcomes people of all backgrounds; encouraging them to bring their talents and experience to a workplace where they are valued and can thrive.  

Our culture is grounded in our four core values of adaptability, courage, generosity, and authenticity. Through our behaviors and actions, these values foster higher team performance and greater innovation for our customers.  

We’re proud to offer programs, available to all employees, to further impact innovation and business outcomes, such as employee networks and learning communities that inform solutions for our globally minded customer base. 

WELCOME WHAT’S NEXT IN YOUR CAREER AT ANSYS

At Ansys, you will find yourself among the sharpest minds and most visionary leaders across the globe. Collectively, we strive to change the world with innovative technology and transformational solutions. With a prestigious reputation in working with well-known, world-class companies, standards at Ansys are high — met by those willing to rise to the occasion and meet those challenges head on. Our team is passionate about pushing the limits of world-class simulation technology, empowering our customers to turn their design concepts into successful, innovative products faster and at a lower cost. Ready to feel inspired? Check out some of our recent customer stories, here and here.

At Ansys, it’s about the learning, the discovery, and the collaboration. It’s about the “what’s next” as much as the “mission accomplished.” And it’s about the melding of disciplined intellect with strategic direction and results that have, can, and do impact real people in real ways. All this is forged within a working environment built on respect, autonomy, and ethics.
 

CREATING A PLACE WE’RE PROUD TO BE 
Ansys is an S&P 500 company and a member of the NASDAQ-100. We are proud to have been recognized for the following more recent awards, although our list goes on: Newsweek’s Most Loved Workplace globally and in the U.S., Gold Stevie Award Winner, America’s Most Responsible Companies, Fast Company World Changing Ideas, Great Place to Work Certified (China, Greece, France, India, Japan, Korea, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, and U.K.).

 
For more information, please visit us at www.ansys.com
 

Ansys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
 
Ansys does not accept unsolicited referrals for vacancies, and any unsolicited referral will become the property of Ansys. Upon hire, no fee will be owed to the agency, person, or entity.