Application Engineer - III

Global Risk and Security (GR&S) at Vanguard enables business strategy, protects client and Vanguard interests (e.
g.
, assets and data), and stewards a strong risk culture.
Our teams leverage enterprise-wide insights, deep expertise, and trusted advice so that across Vanguard leaders and crew drive faster, stronger, risk-informed decisions.
Within GR&S, the Enterprise Security and Fraud (ES&F) sub-division is responsible for the global protection of Vanguard crew, property, data, and client assets.
We are the trusted advisors that protect the pride of Vanguard with state-of-the-art security and fraud capabilities.
The Application Engineering will assist with the development and support of a case management solution related to fraud investigations.
Partners with Fraud product owner and SMEs to understand and develop requirements in Appian.
Provides advanced level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases, under general direction.
In this role, you will: Provide senior level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases.
Integrates third party products.
Partner with Appian consultants and vendors to develop Fraud use cases in new Fraud Case Management tool.
Translate technical specifications into code for complex new or enhancement projects for internal clients.
Writes programs, develops code, tests artifacts, and produces reports.
Employ software development techniques to ensure tests are implemented in a way that support automation.
Elevate code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule.
Provides follow up production support.
Submits change control requests and documents.
Prepare and present product-related documentation.
Thoroughly understands software development methodology.
Thoroughly understands development architecture standards.
Train and mentor staff with less experience and contributes to overall development of the organization.
Resolve elevated issues.
Participate in design, code, and test inspections throughout the life cycle to identify issues.
Explain technical considerations at related meetings, including those with internal clients.
Perform systems analysis activities.
Perform manual code analysis to detect bugs, performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities and maintainability risks.
Thoroughly understands client business functions and technology needs.
Has a broad understanding of Vanguard's technologies, tools, and applications, including those that interface with business area and systems.
Interface with cross functional team members and communicate systems issues at the appropriate technical level for each audience.
Thoroughly understands and complies with Information Technology and Information Security policies and procedures and verify that deliverables meet requirements.
Participate in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
What it takes: Minimum of five years related work experience, with at least one year of development experience.
Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Experience developing in Appian required.
Appian developer or architect level certifications strongly preferred.
Scripting language experience (Javascript, Python) preferred.
Experience working in an Agile team preferred.
Special Factors: This is a hybrid role with Tues, Wed, Thurs in the office and Mon, Fri is remote.
Special Factors Sponsorship Vanguard is offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard We are Vanguard.
Together, we’re changing the way the world invests.
For us, investing doesn’t just end in value.
It starts with values.
Because when you invest with courage, when you invest with clarity, and when you invest with care, you can get so much more in return.
We invest with purpose – and that’s how we’ve become a global market leader.
Here, we grow by doing the right thing for the people we serve.
And so can you.
We want to make success accessible to everyone.
This is our opportunity.
Let’s make it count.
Inclusion Statement Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture.
Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.
” We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve.
We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values.
When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose.
Our core purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.
How We Work Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection.
We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.