Junior Automation Enginner
Employment type: Full-time, Junior level
This Junior Automation Engineer position is a newly created role, ideal for someone transitioning from a Customer Success Coordinator background into a more technical path. The primary purpose of the role is to automate the conversion of artwork from Adobe InDesign into RightMarket’s smart templates using Python and AI tools. You will begin by learning and documenting the current manual process of template conversion and then systematically develop automation solutions to streamline and improve this workflow. This role bridges knowledge of our customers’ needs with technical innovation, ensuring we maintain quality while significantly boosting efficiency.
Key responsibilities
- Learn & Document Processes: Immerse yourself in the existing artwork conversion process from InDesign to RightMarket templates. Document each stage in detail to understand the workflow and identify opportunities for automation.
- Develop Automation Scripts: Use Python to write scripts that automate repetitive steps in the conversion process. Incorporate AI models where appropriate to handle complex tasks, ensuring the output templates match design specifications.
- Experiment with AI/LLMs: Research and experiment with different large language models (LLMs) and AI frameworks to optimize and accelerate template conversion. Evaluate which technologies best fit each part of the process for maximum efficiency.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with cross-functional teams – including Design, Product, and Customer Success – to integrate your automation solutions into our platform. Ensure that new automated workflows align with user requirements and company standards.
- Continuous Improvement: Continuously test, iterate, and refine the automation processes you develop. Apply Kaizen and Lean principles of continuous improvement to incrementally enhance speed, accuracy, and reliability of template conversions over time.
Required Skills & Experience
- Python Coding: Foundation-level programming experience in Python. Ability to write, debug, and maintain scripts is essential.
- AI Familiarity: Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts and a strong willingness to learn more. Experience or interest in working with AI models or LLM frameworks to solve problems.
- Workflow Automation: Familiarity with workflow automation tools or techniques. Understanding of process optimization and an ability to map out steps to identify which can be automated.
- Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Comfortable breaking down complex tasks into manageable pieces and finding creative technical solutions.
- Eagerness to Learn: A proactive attitude toward learning new technologies and methodologies. Willingness to adapt and continuously improve your skills in a dynamic environment.
Performance Metrics (Hypothesis)
Success in this role will be measured by how effectively you can automate and improve the template conversion process. Key performance indicators (KPIs) in the first 6–12 months may include:
- Automation Coverage: Percentage of the conversion process steps that have been successfully automated (with a goal of significantly automating a majority of steps within the first year).
- Time Savings: Reduction in manual processing time required for artwork to template conversion. For example, measuring how much faster conversions happen compared to the purely manual process.
- Quality & Efficiency: Improvement in accuracy and consistency of the created templates. Fewer errors or manual adjustments needed due to automation, leading to higher overall efficiency and output quality.
Career Growth & Development
Joining RightMarket as a Junior Automation Engineer offers a clear path for professional growth:
- Skill Advancement: You will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI-driven workflow optimization and software development practices. This role provides an excellent opportunity to deepen your Python coding skills and learn various automation frameworks and AI tools.
- Mentorship: We provide training and mentorship to help you develop advanced automation techniques. You’ll work under experienced engineers who support your learning and career progression.
- Progression Opportunities: As you demonstrate success and mastery in automating processes, you will be well-positioned to advance into a Senior Automation Engineer role. Your contributions in this junior role are intended to pave the way for taking on larger, more complex automation projects in the future.