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AI Automation Engineer
Engineering
Full-time
Silicon Valley / Athens
Engineering Department
Posted: June 2025
About the Role
We are looking for an AI Automation Engineer to develop AI-powered automation solutions that integrate seamlessly with enterprise workflows. You will bridge the gap between AI capabilities and real-world business processes.
This role requires expertise in automation technologies, API development, and enterprise integration patterns to deliver scalable AI solutions that transform how businesses operate.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement end-to-end automation pipelines that integrate AI models with existing enterprise systems
- Develop robust API integrations and middleware solutions for seamless data flow between disparate business applications
- Build scalable automation frameworks using modern technologies like Python, Node.js, Docker, and cloud-native services
- Create and maintain comprehensive testing suites for automation workflows, ensuring reliability and performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical automation solutions
- Monitor and optimize automation performance, implementing improvements for efficiency and cost reduction
- Document automation processes and provide technical guidance to junior developers and business stakeholders
- Stay current with emerging automation technologies and evaluate their potential for business impact
- Troubleshoot and resolve automation issues in production environments, ensuring minimal downtime
- Lead automation project implementations from conception to deployment, managing timelines and deliverables
Requirements
Essential Requirements:
- • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
- • 5+ years of hands-on experience in automation engineering, process automation, or similar roles
- • Strong programming skills in Python, JavaScript/Node.js, and at least one additional language (Java, C#, or Go)
- • Proven experience with API development, RESTful services, and microservices architecture
- • Deep understanding of enterprise integration patterns and middleware technologies
- • Experience with workflow automation platforms (Zapier, Microsoft Power Automate, or similar)
- • Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- • Strong database skills with both SQL and NoSQL databases
- • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- • Excellent problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking
- • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- • Experience working in agile development environments
Preferred Qualifications:
- • Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- • Experience with RPA (Robotic Process Automation) platforms like UiPath, Blue Prism, or Automation Anywhere
- • Knowledge of AI/ML frameworks and their integration into automation workflows
- • Experience with enterprise software systems (SAP, Salesforce, ServiceNow, etc.)
- • Familiarity with message queuing systems (RabbitMQ, Apache Kafka, AWS SQS)
- • Experience with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
- • Knowledge of security best practices in automation and API development
- • Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- • Background in business process analysis and optimization
- • Relevant certifications in cloud platforms or automation technologies
- • Experience leading technical projects and mentoring junior developers
- • Previous experience in a startup or fast-growing technology company
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with equity participation
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible work arrangements and remote options
- Professional development and conference attendance
- Work on cutting-edge automation technology
Ready to Apply?
Send your resume and cover letter to join our team
About DeepRunner AI
We're revolutionizing the enterprise workplace with AI-powered automations that super-power human workers.
50+ Employees
AI Technology
Silicon Valley & Athens