Automation Specialist III

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Design, develop, and refine Python scripts and integrations to automate processes, enhance client services, and support organizational objectives.

• Investigate and implement technological solutions, ranging from targeted fixes to intricate multi-system integrations.

• Integrate external platforms via APIs and webhooks, including e-signature, payroll, recordkeeping, billing, and accounting systems.

• Oversee daily job schedules, address production errors, determine root causes, and enhance production efficiency.

• Maintain, refactor, modernize, and phase out scripts and code as necessary.

• Deploy scripts and projects from the development phase to production.

• Establish standards and procedures for version control, logging, and code quality assurance.

• Collaborate directly with business users to comprehend workflows, consider edge cases, and validate solutions.

• Regularly report to management both verbally and in writing.

• Partner with software vendors on automation initiatives.

• Coordinate with IT to ensure that solutions adhere to network standards.

• Manage projects from the initial business discussion through to production deployment.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science.

• At least 5 years of experience developing production code in a team setting, with Python as the primary language.

• Proficient in REST/JSON APIs, authentication, and webhooks.

• Familiarity with MySQL, GitHub, and virtual machines.

• Ability to document processes and oversee projects within a team environment.

• Strong independent research and analytical skills to identify root causes.

• High level of critical thinking ability.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical colleagues.

• A strong desire to enhance systems for maintainability and resilience.

• Coachable with a robust work ethic.

• Comfortable using Microsoft Teams and participating in video calls.

• Capability to pass a background check.

• Must reside in the USA and be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.

• Must adhere to standard business hours, with core hours in the Central Time Zone.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work from a home office.

• Appropriate computer and dual-monitor setup provided.

• Overtime compensation available when required for this non-exempt position.

• Paid time and/or financial incentives for obtaining relevant software or 401(k)-industry credentials.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage.

• Paid time off to support work-life balance.

• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.

• Necessary computer equipment will be supplied.