Associate Automation Engineer - Engineering Excellence & Experience

Roche; Pune District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche invites early-career engineers to join our Workflow Automation team within Roche Digital Technology (RDT). You will learn to build, test, and deploy automation solutions, mentored by senior engineers and a Product Owner, while contributing to Roche's digital transformation across global processes.

In this role, you will develop automated workflows, perform unit testing, and participate in Agile ceremonies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• Experience or internship in software engineering, IT support, or related role (1–3 years).
• Foundational knowledge of programming or scripting languages and SQL.
• Familiarity with REST/JSON APIs and basic HTML/CSS concepts.
• Exposure to automation platforms like Pega, Appian, Camunda, ServiceNow, or UiPath.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and configuring automated workflows and business rules, focusing on features and bug fixes to gain hands-on expertise.
• Execute unit tests and participate in QA to ensure reliable, secure automation solutions.
• Engage in technical training and workshops to build core stack competencies and pursue certifications (e.g., Pega).
• Participate in daily Agile ceremonies and stand-ups to estimate tasks, track progress in Jira, and collaborate in a cross-functional squad.
• Maintain clear technical guides, user manuals, and process diagrams for maintainability.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting system errors and performance issues to identify root causes.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

Python

SQL

REST APIs

HTML/CSS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field

Tools

Pega

Appian

Camunda

ServiceNow

UiPath

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Associate Automation Engineer - Engineering Excellence & Experience

Are you looking to kickstart your career in the world of Intelligent Automation? We are seeking a motivated Associate Automation Engineer to join our Workflow Automation team within Roche Digital Technology (RDT). In this role, you will support the development and maintenance of digital processes that help Roche operate more efficiently.

Working under the guidance of senior engineers and the Product Owner, you will learn to build, test, and deploy automation solutions. The Workflow Automation team is the engine behind Roche’s digital transformation. We use modern automation tools to connect systems and simplify work for thousands of employees globally, offering a collaborative environment where junior talent is mentored by industry experts and encouraged to grow their technical skills.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will directly support our digital transformation efforts by building, maintaining, and refining key workflow automations. You will:

• Assist in building and configuring automated workflows and business rules, focusing on features and bug fixes to gain hands‑on expertise
• Execute unit tests and participate in quality assurance processes to ensure automated solutions are reliable, secure, and compliant with Roche standards
• Participate actively in technical training sessions and workshops to build core stack competencies and work toward professional certifications (e.g., Pega)
• Engage in daily Agile ceremonies and stand‑ups to estimate tasks, update work progress in Jira, and collaborate within a cross‑functional squad
• Maintain clear technical guides, user manuals, and process diagrams to ensure solutions are well‑documented and easily maintainable
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting system errors and performance issues to identify root causes and implement effective fixes
• Collaborate with senior engineers and Product Owners to turn manual process requirements into efficient, low‑code automation designs
• Contribute to driving operational efficiency across Roche by helping connect complex global systems through modern automation platforms

Who You Are

We are looking for a curious, detail‑oriented early‑career engineer eager to learn modern process automation tools. To succeed in this role, you bring:

• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in software engineering, IT support, or a technical internship
• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field
• Process Automation Interest: Foundational exposure or strong interest in Process Automation concepts such as BPM, RPA, or Low‑Code development platforms
• Programming & Database Basics: Solid foundational understanding of at least one programming or scripting language (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Python) and SQL
• Web & API Awareness: Familiarity with web application fundamentals, including basic understanding of REST/JSON APIs and HTML/CSS
• Automation Tool Exposure: Broad exposure or familiarity with automation platforms (e.g., Pega, Appian, Camunda, ServiceNow, or UiPath)
• Mindset & Soft Skills: A proactive "can‑do" attitude, analytical thinking to break down processes, strong Agile awareness, and excellent communication skills in a global team environment

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life‑changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.