EAF Solution Engineer Senior- Principal

Job Posting End Date

07-14-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Part of a larger team delivering high quality technology solutions to the business. Design, develop and install software solutions. Build high-quality, innovative and fully performing software in compliance with internal architecture, development & design standards & best practices. Design, modify, develop, write, implement and troubleshoot software programming applications. Support and/or install software applications. Participate in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing and certification of software.  Works within a Waterfall or Agile methodology/framework based team. Collaborates heavily with Project Management, Business Analyst and Infrastructure Job Families.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Administer identity-based applications, including AEP-developed solutions and Okta, with responsibilities spanning troubleshooting, bug fixes, scripting, and development work.

• Conduct regular and emergency maintenance, as well as software bug fixes and upgrades, as required.

• Demonstrate superior customer service across technology and multiple lines of business users.

• Exhibit an understanding of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and Iterative Waterfall methodologies.

• Understand interrelationships between multiple systems and components.

• Demonstrate critical thinking, urgency, and attention to detail to support internal and third-party vendor applications.

• Work closely with key stakeholders to understand requirements for implementing connections through legacy and new solutions.

• Collect and qualify required artifacts, develop test plans, and lead application implementation efforts to ensure success.

• Consult with stakeholders across business units when implementing access levels for new systems to ensure quality and accuracy.

• Prepare documentation for training and audits, and act as the primary contact and subject matter expert for identity-based AEP applications and Okta.

What We're Looking For:

Solution Engineer Senior (SG7):

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required. 

Experience: 5 years of relevant work experience is required.

An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Solution Engineer Principal (SG8):

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field is required.

Experience: 7 years relevant work experience is required.

An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Nice-to-have:

• 1-3+ years programming in Java and/or C#

• 1-3+ years experience with PowerShell and/or Shell scripting

• 1-3+ years administering Okta

• 1-3+ years scripting and automating solutions

• 1-3+ years troubleshooting in regulated environments

• 1-3+ years in container management (e.g., OpenShift)

• Familiarity with SDLC and Agile methodologies

• Experience with access control (LDAP, AD)

• Knowledge of SIEM integration

• Experience monitoring access and integrations

• Involvement in technical deployment projects

• Knowledge of incident/problem management

• Proficient in MS Office, Jira, and Confluence

• Experience with Python, PUI, and JavaScript

• Okta Certifications (Professional, Administrator, Developer)

• Experience with NIST, PCI, ISO 27001, or COBIT

• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, SANS GSEC)

• Ability to document standards and produce architectural drawings

• Availability for on-call support

Location: Prefer candidate to live within 50 miles of Columbus, OH

What you’ll get:

Solution Engineer Senior (SG7): $85,081.00-106,352.50

Solution Engineer Principal (SG8): $96,110.00-124,940.00

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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