Solutions Engineer

Position Description: CGI Federal is looking for a Solutions Engineer to deliver client facing applications, integrations, and automation that streamline operations and improve business processes. This role is software development–focused and requires strong engineering fundamentals. This position is located in Charleston, SC.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

The Solution Engineer will manage and modernize databases and data platforms, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable operations across Access, SQL, Dataverse, and Power Platform solutions. They will develop automation and applications using tools like VBA, .NET, Power Automate, Copilot, and AutoHotkey to improve data quality and streamline business processes. The position will also drive technical strategy, documentation, and continuous improvement across the team. Power Apps & Dataverse

• Design and support Power Apps using Dataverse as the primary data platform.
• Build and maintain Dataverse tables, relationships, business rules, and security roles.
• Optimize Dataverse performance, storage, and data flows.
• Integrate Dataverse with SQL systems, Access databases, API sources, and Power Automate.
• Develop Power Automate flows for synchronization, validation, and database automation.
• Provide guidance for Power Platform development across teams.

Copilot & AI Driven Development

• Use Copilot to accelerate development, generate scripts, improve queries, and draft documentation.
• Validate AI generated output for compliance, accuracy, and security.
• Recommend AI opportunities that reduce manual work, improve data quality, and streamline processes.

Application Development & Automation

• Use VBA to automate business processes and build dynamic forms and reports.
• Develop Access based applications and custom .NET/C solutions.
• Implement API integrations to extend system capabilities.

Technical Strategy & Documentation

• Identify risks, security concerns, and lifecycle issues; recommend mitigation strategies.
• Deliver high quality technical tasks on time.
• Maintain technical documentation and project materials.
• Apply creative problem solving to design robust, maintainable solutions.
• Track industry trends and provide modernization recommendations.

AutoHotkey Automation

• Build and maintain AHK scripts to streamline repetitive workflows and interactions with systems.
• Standardize and harden

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 1 – 4 years of professional experience in software development; applications and/or integrations.
• Experience supporting or administering solutions built on Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Dataverse, and Power Automate.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following: Python, Java, C#/.NET, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Experience with database technologies such as MySQL, MS SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB.
• Familiarity with AI assisted development tools, particularly Microsoft Copilot.
• Strong interpersonal skills; role is team based and client facing.
• Strong debugging/problem solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products (InfoPath, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint).

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 $198,400.00. CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

• . Competitive compensation
• . Comprehensive insurance options
• . Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• . Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• . Paid parental leave
• . Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• . Wellness and Well being programs

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Skills:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Business Intelligence
• Database Administration
• Government
• MS PowerApps

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at [US Employment View email address on joinrs.com](#). You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned. We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click [here](#) to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.