Hybrid Senior Automation Engineer

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About the role

  • The Senior Automation Engineer will be responsible for maintaining and supporting core business applications while driving automation and integration initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
  • Resolve day-to-day application incidents and service requests within agreed SLAs.
  • Configure, maintain, and continuously optimize business systems in line with operational requirements.
  • Monitor and ensure accuracy, integrity, and reliability of data flows between systems.
  • Develop and maintain Python scripts, Power Platform solutions, and other automation solutions to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
  • Implement and manage cloud-based data solutions using Azure services (e.g., Azure functions, Data Factory, Databricks, Synapse Analytics).
  • Design and deploy small-scale system integrations via APIs and other methods to support business operations.
  • Design and optimize data models, schemas, and ETL/ELT transformations for data warehouse environments (including Snowflake).
  • Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
  • Produce and maintain clear technical and process documentation.
  • Mentor and guide colleagues to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to best practices.

Requirements

  • Proven experience supporting and maintaining business applications in a service environment.
  • Demonstrable proficiency in developing automation and scripting solutions using Python.
  • Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL) with the ability to write and optimize queries.
  • Demonstrable hands-on experience with APIs and system integrations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
  • Proven ability to manage incidents and service requests effectively while balancing project-based enhancements.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

  • Non-contributory Pension Scheme (8%)
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Cashplan
  • Income Protection
  • Critical Illness
  • Death in Service
  • Parking allowance
  • Generous holiday allowance, rising with length of service
  • Work from home and flexible working available
  • Excellent culture, promoting employee wellbeing and engagement.

Job title

Senior Automation Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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