Automation & AI Systems Engineer (Hybrid)

UMBC; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plans

Wellness opportunities

Tuition remission

Job summary

Hilltop Institute at UMBC seeks an Automation & Systems Engineer to design, develop, and support automated solutions across the organization. The role focuses on reducing manual work, streamlining workflows, and improving data reliability with Python and AI-enabled technologies.

Responsibilities include building integrations, applying best practices, and collaborating with stakeholders to translate operational needs into scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience developing applications, scripts, and automation solutions using Python.
• Bachelor's degree preferably in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation solutions using Python and related technologies.
• Develop and support integrations between applications, databases, and platforms; troubleshoot issues and assist with maintenance.
• Follow software development best practices: testing, version control, documentation, and code reviews.
• Research and implement AI-driven solutions and automation technologies to improve productivity and decision making.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.

Skills

Python

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

APIs

Databases

Git

Job description

Hilltop Institute at UMBC seeks an Automation & Systems Engineer to design, develop, and support automated solutions across the organization. The role focuses on reducing manual work, streamlining workflows, and improving data reliability with Python and AI-enabled technologies.

Responsibilities include building integrations, applying best practices, and collaborating with stakeholders to translate operational needs into scalable solutions.