Lead Task Automation Engineer

Company Description

We Dream. We Do. We Deliver.

About Merkle

Merkle, a dentsu company, powers the experience economy. For more than 35 years, we have put people at the heart of its approach to digital business transformation. As the only integrated experience consultancy in the world with a heritage in data science and our performance, Merkle delivers holistic, experiences that promote growth, engagement, and loyalty. Merkle's expertise has earned recognition as a "Leader" by top industry analyst firms, in categories such as digital transformation and commerce, experience design, engineering and technology integration, digital marketing, data science, CRM and loyalty, and customer data management. With more than 16,000 employees, Merkle operates in 30+ countries throughout the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. For more information, visit www.merkle.com.

Job Description

The Lead Task Automation Engineer will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing advanced automation workflows that enhance efficiency and accuracy. This role also involves mentoring and guiding other developers, ensuring adoption of best practices and coding standards.

Will be part of the Task Automation team that integrates Business Automation and operates under the concept of Hyperautomation (Service & Automation practice). 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of UIPath automation solutions. 
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of UIPath developers. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and streamline business processes. 
• Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to understand and document automation requirements. 
• Ensure the quality and efficiency of automations through code reviews and best practices. 
• Develop and maintain documentation for automation processes and solutions. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to UIPath automation. 
• Stay updated with the latest UIPath features, tools, and best practices. 

You will be reporting to the Task Automation Lead.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering). 
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in RPA development using UiPath. 
• Experience in leading automation projects and managing a team. 
• Strong knowledge of RPA technologies and best practices. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Strong communication and leadership skills. 

Additional Information

Benefits and perks:

• Modern Technology & Latest IT tools
• Software-house environment
• Agile and Flexible working hours
• Digital nomad policy
• Focus on career development
• Health insurance (also included for the household)
• Mental health support
• Volunteer experiences and sustainable mindset
• 25 vacation days + 3 wellness days per year
• Beers (after 6pm), foosball, and ping-pong! #workhardplayhard
• Free breakfast every second Monday of the month
• Employee discounts
• Team & Company events 🎉

Inclusion & Diversity

We value the strength diversity brings to our business and are working to build a more inclusive workplace through partnerships with Stonewall, Business Disability Forum and Business in the Community's race and gender equality campaigns. We are happy to discuss all approaches to working for all our roles – we can't promise we will offer you everything you want or need but we do promise to discuss it with you openly and honestly.

If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with the recruiter who contacts you.

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