Senior Associate Automation Engineer

NTT DATA, Inc.; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking a Senior Associate Automation Engineer to research, design, and build automated systems that reduce human intervention and boost efficiency. The role involves collaborating with internal/external partners, developing automation solutions, and driving continuous integration practices within hybrid working environments.

The ideal candidate has experience in robotics, AI/ML, and project management, with proficiency in Python/Java/C#.

Qualifications

• Experience with robotics, AI and machine learning projects.
• Project management experience on automation initiatives.
• Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and tooling.
• Understanding of SDLC processes and methodologies.
• Programming/scripting in Python, Java, or C# preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities.
• Develops custom automation solutions to support business areas.
• Implements improvements with measurable impact on revenue/quality.
• Leads design and code reviews for automation projects.
• Supports and trains junior engineers in automation practices.

Skills

Robotics

AI/ML

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar field

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI/CD

Azure DevOps

Job description

Job Description

Make an impact with NTT DATA

Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

The Senior Associate Automation Engineer is a developing subject matter expert, responsible for researching, developing, designing, and building automated systems and/or applications that are implemented to perform a variety of tasks reducing the need for human intervention in order to maximize efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborates with internal stakeholders as well as external partners to identify opportunities to solve problems through technological advancements
• Works on custom automation solutions to support the business area / team
• Implements automated system and / or application improvements with measurable results in revenue, and / or quality
• Programs, configures, and integrates new technology into an existing system and / or application
• Provides technical direction and support/training to more junior engineers
• Assists in planning, organizing, monitoring, and oversight of all phases of test automation
• Prepares reports summarizing information or trends related to automation
• Develops and documents process for internal automation and development projects
• Actively supports/solves intensified issues from both internal and external clients
• Actively participates in design and code reviews from functional teams
• Actively works with internal or external clients to optimize the automation performance to deliver contracted KPIs
• Assists in scheduling and defining resource needs for testing
• Leads the auditing of all current lab processes to identify opportunities for further automation
• Develops and executes performance test scripts specific to business requirements
• Takes lead in developing resilient continuous integration and delivery of automation pipelines
• Performs/leads test execution for both project and support related activities
• Explores and implements new ways to automate systems and / or applications
• Performs any other related task as required.

To thrive in this role, you need to have

• Developing proficiency in maintaining automation systems and / or applications.
• Developing understanding of computer programming and software development.
• Ability to troubleshoot technology and perform complex system tests.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Creative thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to keep up with the latest technologies.
• A desire to continually upgrade technical knowledge.

Academic qualifications and certifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent in engineering or similar field.
• Programming/scripting languages such as Python, Java, or C# preferred.

Required experience

• Moderate level demonstrated experience with robotics, AI and machine learning.
• Moderate level demonstrated project management experience.
• Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) concepts and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and methodologies.
• Moderate level programming and scripting skills in languages such as Python, Java, or C#.

Workplace type

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune

Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through

responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with

unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and

application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move

confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more

than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as

established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each

year in R&D.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us.