Automation Engineer

If you like developing automated solutions, writing scripts for automation, and improving process efficiency this role is for you.

An Automation Engineer designs and implements automated systems to improve efficiency and reduce manual tasks. Develop expertise in process automation, scripting, and CI/CD pipelines.

Skills you’ll need: Scripting, Ansible, Jenkins, Computer Science, Amazon Web Services, Planning, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering

$128,256 median salary18,281 jobs available¹

Automation Engineer

If you like developing automated solutions, writing scripts for automation, and improving process efficiency this role is for you.

An Automation Engineer designs and implements automated systems to improve efficiency and reduce manual tasks. Develop expertise in process automation, scripting, and CI/CD pipelines.

Skills you’ll need: Scripting, Ansible, Jenkins, Computer Science, Amazon Web Services, Planning, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering

$128,256 median salary18,281 jobs available¹

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