Technology Activation Consultant

Job Description

Career Opportunity: Technology Activation Consultant with Clark Schaefer Consulting (CSC) in Cincinnati, OH

Transform strategy into working technology.

Clark Schaefer Consulting (CSC) partners with Fortune 1000 and high growth organizations to solve complex growth, risk, and technology challenges. As part of Clark Schaefer Hackett—a Top 60 U.S. accounting and advisory firm founded in 1938—we combine national resources with local dedication across 10 offices.

Our consultants act as true extensions of our clients’ teams, taking full accountability for outcomes.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Technology Activation Consultant who is both a hands on technologist and a trusted client advisor.

This is not a back office development role.

You’ll work directly with clients to design, build, and deploy custom software, automation, and AI enabled solutions, leveraging modern development stacks and AI-powered tooling (including Claude Code). You’ll collaborate across CSC teams (Operational Excellence, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Internal Audit) to deliver integrated, real world results.

What You’ll Do

Custom Software & Systems Integration

Design and deliver custom applications aligned to client business needs

Write clean, maintainable code (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, SQL)

Lead end-to-end SDLC: discovery design build deploy support

Integrate enterprise systems (ERP, CRM, BI) via APIs and middleware

AI Powered Development

Use Claude Code as a primary AI assisted development tool

Apply AI coding assistants (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, etc.) to boost velocity and quality

Build AI enabled features using LLM APIs (Anthropic, OpenAI, Azure OpenAI)

Recommend emerging AI tools that create measurable client value

Partner with CSC’s AI team on AI roadmapping, governance, and agentic AI delivery

Automation & Optimization

Identify system performance gaps and implement optimizations

Build automation using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Azure) and RPA

Support IoT, control system, and hardware integration initiatives

Conduct code and architecture reviews to drive continuous improvement

Client Delivery & Collaboration

Act as the technical liaison between clients and CSC teams

Lead discovery sessions, workshops, and technical presentations

Manage multiple projects using agile methodologies

Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal standards and tooling

What You Bring

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

2+ years of experience in custom software development and integration

Proficiency in multiple languages (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, SQL)

Hands on experience with AI assisted development tools (Claude Code preferred)

Experience building solutions using LLM APIs

Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform and/or cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Strong client-facing communication skills

Nice to Have

RPA experience (UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Power Automate Desktop)

Exposure to agentic AI frameworks (LangChain, AutoGen, Anthropic tool use)

ServiceNow, Ignition SCADA/HMI, or IoT environments

Microsoft or cloud certifications

Background in consulting, accounting, operations, or manufacturing

Cybersecurity and secure development knowledge

Why CSC?

People first culture grounded in REAL values: Relationships, Excellence, Accountability, Leadership

Competitive salary + performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits + generous PTO

Diverse clients and projects—no two engagements are the same

Investment in learning: AI tools, training, certifications

Hybrid flexibility with meaningful client interaction

Clear career progression

About the Technology Activation Team

We sit at the intersection of strategy and execution, helping clients move from vision to working technology. Our team delivers custom software, automation, AI integration, system optimization, and technology roadmaps—and we take pride in owning outcomes.

Apply online today!Company Description

Who you turn to for value-add business services matters. At Clark Schaefer Hackett, we're not just a faceless company with innumerable cogs in the machine. We’re the people you know by name. Our clients choose us to be their trusted advisors over generations, and our employees see the direct impact of their hard work.

Full-time

Hybrid remote