Digital Workplace Engineer - US Based Remote Opportunity

ABOUT US

Do you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application. 

If you have experience designing and implementing scalable integration solutions across enterprise platforms — with a proven track record as an integration or solutions architect — and you're looking to join a mission-driven nonprofit that leverages innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Digital Workplace Engineer. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a member of the Technical Operations team reporting to the Director, Technical Operations, this senior-level role will design, implement, and optimize digital workplace solutions across key enterprise platforms. The Digital Workplace Engineer will serve as a cross-system integrator, implementing solutions that align business needs with technical capabilities. They will collaborate with stakeholders to design efficient, secure, and scalable solutions.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

This role requires:

• Candidates must live in the United States.
• Willing to travel to attend twice annual Common App Retreat.
• 4-6 years of experience designing and implementing scalable integration solutions across enterprise platforms; proven track record as an integration or solutions architect.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, business information technology, systems engineering or relevant field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience implementing, operating, and integrating enterprise-level solutions (ERP, CRM, Lead-to-Close, Service Management, etc.).
• Deep understanding of integration patterns and protocols (REST, SOAP, message queues) and expertise with API management and ESB technologies
• Hands-on experience with enterprise SaaS platforms such as Salesforce, Workday, Google Workspace, Atlassian products and Java‑based SaaS solutions; ability to extend and integrate these platforms using platform‑specific languages (e.g., Apex, Java, Python).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java and Python, and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) for automation and integration tasks.
• Experience with integration platforms (MuleSoft, Workato, Boomi, Apache Camel, etc.) and familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and infrastructure as code.
• Ability to interpret business processes, map them to technical workflows and design integrations that support end‑to‑end automation.
• Creative problem solver who enjoys experimenting with technology to deliver innovative solutions and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, capable of explaining technical issues to a variety of audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and mentorship abilities, fostering collaboration across teams.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills to identify root causes of complex issues and contribute to the design and delivery of effective, data-driven solutions. 

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Advanced proficiency with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) and automation frameworks (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
• Experience with data modeling, database design (SQL/NoSQL), and monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack, Datadog).
• Understanding of security standards, Zero Trust architecture and best practices for API and data integration.
• Experience working within Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Platform‑level certifications (e.g., Salesforce Architect, MuleSoft Integration Architect, Google Cloud Professional, Atlassian Certified Expert).
• Master's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• A passion for higher education is a plus. 

PAY RANGE

• $103,537 - $116,479

Benefits

Common App is a virtual first environment. We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive salary and an extensive be