Application Software Engineer

Post Date

Jul 29, 2025

Location

Dearborn,
Michigan

ZIP/Postal Code

48120
US
Oct 09, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

MIC-798517

Pay Rate

$44 - $55 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

As an Application Software Engineer specializing in COTS support, you will play a critical role in ensuring the stability, performance, and integration of our essential Commercial Off-The-Shelf applications. You will leverage your strong technical and problem-solving skills to diagnose complex issues, perform deep dives into application code and databases, and collaborate with vendors and internal teams to implement effective solutions. A key expectation for this role is to become a subject matter expert (SME), developing a deep understanding of the application's functionality and underlying architecture.

$40/hr - $55/hr

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401K retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

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Required Skills & Experience

1+ year of professional experience in software development, system integration, or supporting enterprise-level Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) applications by investigating existing codebases and database structures
o Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript
o Experience or familiarity with web technologies like HTML, CSS, and frameworks like Angular, React, or Vue.js
o Must have ability to code/script & debug/troubleshoot
o Ability to analyze and interpret existing application codebases, logs, and database schemas for diagnostic purposes
o Familiarity with API integration (e.g., REST, SOAP) for connecting COTS applications
Must have SQL server experience and experience developing and running queries
Experience with Windows Server based operating systems
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including designers, product managers, vendors, and other engineers
Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Understanding and experience with MQTT protocol.
Proficiency in working with JSON for data interchange

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.