Implementation Specialist Jobs

Implementation Specialist jobs are open across SaaS, healthcare IT, enterprise software, and financial services, from entry-level to senior and team lead, with specializations in ERP, CRM, and clinical systems implementation. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles299+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerADP
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type45% Remote
Top industryTechnology

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Simpson Strong-Tie
Component Manufacturing Implementation & Support Specialist
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Simpson Strong-Tie
New 18h ago
Component Manufacturing Implementation & Support Specialist
Simpson Strong-Tie
Fulton, Missouri
Customer Service & Support
Project & Program Management
Sales
Product Management
Customer Support
Project Management
$72k - $115k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Paylocity
Implementation Specialist
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Paylocity
New 18h ago
Implementation Specialist
Paylocity
Schaumburg, Illinois
Customer Service & Support
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
$25 - $31/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Paylocity
Implementation Specialist - Paylocity Finance
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Paylocity
New 22h ago
Implementation Specialist - Paylocity Finance
Paylocity
Schaumburg, Illinois
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
$25 - $31/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Imagine Learning
Implementation Specialist
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Imagine Learning
New 23h ago
Implementation Specialist
Imagine Learning
Remote
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$66k - $72k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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IXL Learning
Implementation Specialist
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IXL Learning
Added 1d ago
Implementation Specialist
IXL Learning
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Customer Success
Project & Program Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Implementation Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

ADP
ADP9 open roles
AJAIA
AJAIA8 open roles
Doxel
Doxel4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software25
  • Consulting & Professional Services8
  • Accounting & Auditing4
  • Education3
  • Staffing & Recruiting3

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in implementation specialist jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical, business, or related field
  • Hands-on experience configuring or deploying enterprise software platforms
  • Strong project management skills including timeline and stakeholder coordination
  • Proficiency in CRM, ERP, or industry-specific software such as Salesforce or Workday
  • Ability to translate technical requirements into client-facing documentation and training
  • PMP, CAPM, or platform-specific certification preferred for senior roles

Tips for Your Implementation Specialist Job Search

Tailor your resume to the platform

Employers scan for the specific system you've implemented, Salesforce, Workday, Epic, or SAP, so name the platform in your resume headline and again in each relevant bullet. Generic 'software implementation' language gets filtered out before a human reads it.

Quantify go-live outcomes not tasks

Replace 'assisted with implementations' with the number of sites, users, or modules you brought live. Implementation specialists who can show scope and timeline adherence stand out because hiring managers need to gauge what size of project you can own.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists implementation specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter for vertical before industry size

Your healthcare IT implementation experience rarely transfers cleanly to fintech or manufacturing ERP. Target openings in the same vertical where you built your methodology, cross-industry pivots are harder to sell at the interview stage than a lateral move within your domain.

Prepare a go-live scenario for interviews

Almost every implementation specialist interview includes a scenario question about a project that went off-script. Prepare a structured example covering the root cause, your decision on the day, and the client outcome, panels remember candidates who narrate decisions, not just results.

Negotiate start date around project cycles

Many implementation teams are mid-sprint or approaching a go-live when they hire, so a compressed start date is often a real preference. If you can start earlier than your default two weeks, say so, it moves you ahead of equally qualified candidates who can't.

Implementation Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most implementation specialists?

The companies hiring the most implementation specialists right now include ADP, AJAIA, and Doxel, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring is concentrated at software vendors, healthcare IT firms, and enterprise consulting practices that run ongoing deployment programs.

How many implementation specialist jobs are remote?

About 66% of implementation specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though on-site requirements vary by project phase. Sub-areas with the highest remote share include SaaS CRM configuration and post-go-live support, while roles tied to hardware installation or clinical system rollouts more often require on-site presence.

How do you become an implementation specialist?

Start by building hands-on experience with a major enterprise platform, through an employer, a vendor certification program, or a supported sandbox environment. Earn a platform-specific credential such as a Salesforce Administrator or Workday certification to signal verified technical depth. Then move into client-facing project work, even in a junior or coordinator capacity, to develop the stakeholder communication skills that distinguish implementation specialists from pure technical roles.

Can you get an implementation specialist job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level implementation roles exist, and they typically look for demonstrated platform familiarity over years of experience. Completing a vendor certification, contributing to an internal software rollout in a previous role, or completing a structured bootcamp in a relevant platform can substitute for direct implementation history. Targeting smaller software vendors or regional consulting firms gives you a realistic path in without a lengthy employment background in the field.

What does the implementation specialist interview process look like?

Most processes run in three to four stages: an initial recruiter screen focused on your platform background and availability, a hiring manager conversation on past project scope and methodology, and a technical or scenario round where you walk through how you'd approach a specific go-live challenge. Some employers add a client communication exercise or ask you to present a sample project plan, particularly for roles that involve direct client management from day one.

Where can I find and apply to implementation specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to implementation specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your platform background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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