Application Integration Analyst

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed application assessments and rationalization as part of M&A due diligence
• Map application ecosystems, including integrations, data flows, and upstream/downstream dependencies
• Support application onboarding and integration activities across M&A transactions
• Act as a system and data analyst to support data mapping, migration planning, and validation
• Partner with M&A Integration Program Managers to align technical design with program timelines
• Coordinate across cross-functional teams including Technology, Corporate Strategy, and Business stakeholders
• Maintain structured documentation of application landscapes and integration patterns

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
• 8+ years of enterprise technology experience in application support or systems analysis
• 4+ years of experience within financial services or regulated environments
• Strong knowledge of enterprise application landscapes, including ERP and CRM systems
• Experience with APIs, middleware, and enterprise integration patterns
• Proficiency in SQL and/or Python for data flow analysis and validation
• Experience working with SaaS platforms and vendor-managed systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to M&A integration activities or large-scale technology transformations
• Familiarity with application inventory and CMDB tools such as ServiceNow
• Working knowledge of authentication and access models, including SSO and IAM fundamentals

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(k) program with company match
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Mental health, mindfulness, and wellbeing app access
• Financial wellness benefits including access to a financial advisor
• New parent leave and reproductive/adoption assistance

About the Company

Ares Management Corporation is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across credit, real estate, private equity, and infrastructure asset classes.