AI & Automation Developer
Location: Lai Chi Kok, Hong Kong
Team: IT / Business Improvement
Reporting to: Senior Business Analyst
Be part of something special. Join Vanden.
Vanden is a global recycling and trading business focused on creating value from plastic waste. Since 2005, we have grown across the UK, Europe, Turkey, USA and Asia, working with customers in more than 20 countries.
We are now looking for an AI & Automation Developer to help transform how our global business operates.
The Role
You will design and deliver AI-powered tools, automation workflows and system integrations that improve the way Vanden trades, reports, manages compliance and supports its customers.
Working closely with senior leadership and teams across the business, you will identify inefficient or repetitive processes and turn them into practical, scalable solutions.
This is a high-impact role with significant autonomy. You will be expected to actively identify opportunities, build solutions from the ground up and take ownership from initial idea through to deployment and adoption.
What You’ll Do
- Design, build and deploy AI agents and automation workflows.
- Automate repetitive and manual processes across Vanden’s global operations.
- Build integrations between Microsoft Business Central, SharePoint, Microsoft 365 and third-party platforms.
- Develop solutions using Power Automate, Power Apps and Power BI.
- Use tools and APIs such as Azure AI, OpenAI and LangChain to create intelligent assistants and document-processing solutions.
- Build dashboards and data pipelines using Power BI and Python.
- Work with business teams to map processes and identify automation opportunities.
- Own automation projects from requirements and development through to testing, deployment and user training.
- Support colleagues as new systems and automated processes are introduced.
- Ensure solutions are secure, reliable, scalable and clearly documented.
- Stay up to date with developments in AI and automation and bring new ideas to the business.
What We’re Looking For
- At least two years’ hands-on experience in software development, automation or AI engineering.
- Practical experience using Python and/or JavaScript.
- Experience working with AI tools, frameworks or APIs such as Azure AI, OpenAI, LangChain or similar.
- A good understanding of REST APIs, webhooks and system integrations.
- Experience using Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Automate, Power Apps or Power BI.
- Exposure to Microsoft Azure or another cloud platform.
- Experience working with ERP or business systems would be an advantage.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to explain technical ideas clearly to non-technical colleagues.
- The confidence to work independently and take ownership of delivery.
A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related field would be beneficial, but practical experience and evidence of what you have built are equally important.
Why Join Vanden?
- Build Vanden’s AI and automation capability from the ground up.
- Work on projects with visible impact across a global business.
- Take genuine ownership of your roadmap and solutions.
- Work directly with senior leaders who are investing in digital transformation.
- Join a growing international sustainability business.
- Collaborate with colleagues across more than ten countries.
- Enjoy a varied role where you are encouraged to experiment, improve and challenge how things are done.
Our Mission
To make recycling part of the supply chain, optimise the use of plastics and create greater value from plastic waste.
Our Values
Teamwork. Add Value. Growth. Ownership. Enjoy the Ride. Gratefulness.
Skills Required
- At least two years hands-on experience in software development, automation or AI engineering.
- Practical experience using Python and/or JavaScript.
- Experience with AI tools, frameworks or APIs such as Azure AI, OpenAI or LangChain.
- Good understanding of REST APIs, webhooks and system integrations.
- Experience using Microsoft Power Platform including Power Automate, Power Apps or Power BI.
- Exposure to Microsoft Azure or another cloud platform.
- Experience integrating with Microsoft Business Central, SharePoint and Microsoft 365 or similar ERP/business systems.
- Experience building dashboards and data pipelines with Power BI and Python.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to explain technical ideas to non-technical colleagues.
- Ability to work independently, take ownership of delivery and drive projects end-to-end.
- Degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering or related field (beneficial).
- Experience working with ERP or business systems (advantage).
What We Do
Vanden Recycling are a progressive global plastic recycling business with three distinct divisions: Plastic Recycling Recycled Supply Chain Management Recycled & Waste Plastic Feedstock Our expert global team combine impressive technical knowledge and capability with a passion for recycling and the circular economy. Local teams across the world collaborate to deliver unmatched market access, advice and support to manufacturers and suppliers on a global scale. Close working relationships mean reliable and robust solutions are found for plastic supply and recycling needs that increases the value of their material and ensuring it re-enters the supply chain. Trading in more than 100 grades of plastic scrap and recycled resin, ranging from ABS, HDPE, LDPE, PET, PP and many more, their quality control and traceability ensure that customers get the best service and the quality of recycled feedstock they need. Vanden has a plastic recycling facility in the UK, collecting scrap from Plastic Manufacturers, Waste Management & Distribution businesses across the country. With offices in UK, Australia, Hong Kong, Finland, Turkey, Spain, Italy, Germany and Netherlands and a recycling plant in the UK, Vanden has developed comprehensive knowledge of how plastics are recycled and the best recovery methods to enhance recyclability. From developing training programs for manufacturers and their staff, to implementing collection and logistics systems, Vanden engages with the supply chain to capture and recycle plastics efficiently. Contact Email (Purchasing): [email protected] Email (Sales): [email protected] Or visit our website for more information: www.vandenrecycling.com
