Lead Robotic Process Automation Engineer (Perm - Hybrid at our Chicago HQ near O'Hare Airport)
In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development and implementation of workflow principles within Automation Tools (UiPath, etc.) that are efficient and scalable. Work on multiple projects concurrently by utilizing effective project management techniques in planning, estimating, controlling and completing assignments. Support lifecycle implementation of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) projects such as building prototypes, validating script performance at scale, sharing demos of work completed and training end-users on self-service tools within the platform.
Responsibilities
- Develop, create, and modify computer applications software, or specialized utility program processes.
- Analyze business needs and develop software solutions for internal use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency.
- Responsible for the life cycle development of automation platforms (UiPath, etc.) that includes design, implementation, testing and maintenance of automation scripting within automation platform tools.
- Conduct analysis of system interactions to determine technical solutions and resolve problems that are cost-effective and consistent with user needs, system capacities and capabilities and conduct cross-functional code review.
- Identify problems related to primary financial software and determine corrective action and develop custom programs.
- Collaborate with Service Desk and/or Application Support Specialists to troubleshoot complex problems and member service issues.
- Identify and implement solutions to complex issues that are related to production-level code defects or process changes.
- Train and mentor other teams on operational procedures and processes.
Education:
- Bachelors Degree - Computer Science or related - Minimum
Years of Experience:
- 5 Years - Application development. HTML, CSS3, JavaScript, NET, SQL or related - Minimum
- 3 Years - RPA Tools, UiPath, Blue Prism, WorkFusion, AIX/Linux or related - Minimum
In Lieu of Education:
- 8 Years - Application development. HTML, CSS3, JavaScript, NET, SQL. RPA Tools, UiPath, Blue Prism, WorkFusion
License/Certifications/Training:
- Microsoft Certification - Preferred
Compensation & Benefits:
Typical hiring range: $99,200 - $140,100 Annually. Actual compensation will be determined using factors such as experience, skills & knowledge.
Additional Compensation: Annual performance bonus
Benefits: Alliant provides a benefits package including health care, vision, dental, and 401k with employer match.
Additional Benefits:
- Work from home up to 3 days a week
- Paid parental leave
- Employee discount programs
- Time off including paid personal and sick days
- 11 paid holidays
- Education reimbursement
*Note that eligibility and cost of benefits can vary depending on the number of regularly scheduled hours, and job status such as regular full-time, regular part-time, or temporary employment.
Adhere to and ensure compliance of all business transactions with policy and process of the Bank Secrecy Act. Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, company procedures and policies. Maintains integrity and ethics in all actions and conversations with or regarding credit union members and their accounts; complies with Privacy Act directives.
The responsibilities listed do not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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What We Do
Alliant is unlike any other financial institution — a digital credit union that wows our members. We’re boldly disrupting banking norms to do good for our members, employees and communities.
With over 85 years of history and more than $19 billion in assets, Alliant Credit Union is the largest credit union in Illinois and one of the largest in the U.S.
Our industry-leading financial products, seamless digital experiences and exceptional customer service make banking simpler for our 900,000+ members.
Fully digital, fully human and full of possibility, we work to provide our members with experiences that redefine the financial industry, challenge the status quo and unleash brilliance.
Why Work With Us
Our employees enjoy a hybrid schedule, allowing for flexible remote work and purpose-driven, outcome-focused onsite opportunities. Driven by Alliant's guiding principles and values, employees across all teams build together to provide our members with industry-leading financial products, seamless digital experiences & exceptional customer service.
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