This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Automation Engineer based in the United States.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced automation professional to lead the design, development, and evolution of enterprise-wide workflow automation solutions in a fully remote environment. In this role, you will serve as a technical leader, driving automation transformation initiatives that improve operational efficiency, scalability, and business performance. Working closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and cross-functional partners, you will translate complex requirements into innovative automated solutions while mentoring a team of engineers. The position combines strategic influence with hands-on technical expertise, offering the opportunity to shape future-state automation capabilities and modernize critical business processes. Ideal candidates are passionate about emerging technologies, process optimization, and delivering impactful solutions that create measurable value across the organization.
Accountabilities
- Lead the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of workflow automation solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support business objectives.
- Serve as the technical lead for a team of Automation Engineers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support while fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
- Partner with business units to understand operational challenges, identify automation opportunities, and develop scalable solutions aligned with organizational goals.
- Act as a liaison between technical and business stakeholders, translating business requirements into functional and technical specifications.
- Research, evaluate, and recommend optimal technologies and approaches for workflow automation, process improvement, and digital transformation initiatives.
- Design, test, deploy, and support automated workflows while ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance with security and regulatory standards.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities, timelines, customer expectations, and resource requirements.
- Participate in Agile development processes and contribute to continuous improvement efforts across automation practices and standards.
- Troubleshoot technical issues, resolve defects, maintain source control, and provide ongoing production support for automated solutions.
- Promote cross-functional collaboration, influence technology standards when appropriate, and support the adoption of best practices across platforms and systems.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, technology bootcamp completion, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in information technology, including application development, workflow automation, and business process optimization.
- Proven experience leading automation initiatives and supporting enterprise-scale automation transformation programs.
- Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies and best practices.
- Hands-on experience with automation technologies such as Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft Power Apps, Microsoft SQL Server, Azure, Copilot Studio, agent development platforms, or similar tools.
- Knowledge of network infrastructure, authentication mechanisms, cybersecurity principles, privacy standards, and security policy implementation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills with the ability to evaluate and optimize complex workflows.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience working independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams in a remote environment.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities, attention to detail, initiative, and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
- Ability to stay current with emerging automation technologies and recommend innovative approaches that drive business value.
Benefits
- Fully remote work environment offering flexibility and work-life balance.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
- Dependent Care FSA and Limited Healthcare FSA programs.
- Transportation and parking FSAs.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off program, with the opportunity to earn between 20 and 25 days annually based on position and tenure.
- Nine paid company holidays each year.
- Paid family leave benefits.
- Professional development, training, recognition programs, and career advancement opportunities.
- Access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing and long-term success.