Automation & API Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)

Bay Cities; California (MO); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Automation & API Specialist for a contract-to-hire position. This role is fully remote and offers the opportunity to design, implement, and optimize automation solutions within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. You will integrate APIs and leverage tools like Power Automate, Power BI, and Azure AI Foundry to enhance business processes and operational efficiency. Collaborating with various departments, you will ensure the successful adoption of automation tools while adhering to governance and security best practices. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 3+ years in API development and automation.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft 365 tools, especially Power Platform.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation solutions within Microsoft 365.
• Build and maintain API integrations for data flow.

Skills

Automation and workflow design

API protocols (REST, SOAP)

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Version control systems (e.g., Git)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Power Platform

Azure AI Foundry

Copilot Studio

Power Automate

Power BI

Power Apps

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Automation & API Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)
Fully Remote

Description

JOB TITLE: Automation & API Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)

DEPARTMENT: IT / Digital Transformation

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Bay Cities, an Employee-Owned Company, is the leading creative packaging and display partner to brand marketers, retailers and e-commerce. Our passion, experience, technology and consumer insights move product and drive sales.

SUMMARY

As an Automation & API Specialist (Contract-to-Hire), you will serve as a technical expert in designing, implementing, and optimizing automation solutions within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. This role involves integrating APIs, utilizing Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power BI, Power Apps), and leveraging Azure AI Foundry and Copilot Studio to address business needs and operational challenges. This is a contract-to-hire position with potential for full-time employment based on performance.

JOB FUNCTION/PURPOSE

1. Solution Development: Partner with stakeholders to identify and address operational inefficiencies using Power Platform tools and automation.
2. API Integration: Build and maintain API integrations within the Microsoft 365 environment to enable data flow between systems.
3. AI & Automation: Leverage Azure AI Foundry and Copilot Studio to implement AI-powered solutions, enabling predictive insights and decision-making.
4. Power Platform Expertise: Create and deploy solutions using Power Automate, Power BI, and Power Apps to enhance productivity and streamline processes.
5. Collaboration: Work closely with departments to ensure successful implementation, adoption, and training for automation tools.
6. Governance & Security: Ensure solutions comply with security policies and adhere to Microsoft 365 governance best practices.
7. Documentation: Develop detailed technical and user-facing documentation for integrations, workflows, and solutions.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

Experience

1. 3+ years of experience in API development, automation, or process improvement.
2. Strong expertise with Microsoft 365 tools, especially Power Platform (Power Automate, Power BI, Power Apps).
3. Hands-on experience with Azure AI Foundry and/or Copilot Studio is highly desirable.
4. Proven ability to develop and maintain API integrations in enterprise environments.
5. Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 compliance, security, and governance best practices.

Skills

1. Proficient in automation and workflow design within Microsoft 365.
2. Expertise in API protocols (REST, SOAP) and integration development.
3. Strong analytical skills to translate business challenges into technical solutions.
4. Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
5. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD practices within a Microsoft ecosystem.

Education

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Skills

1. Experience working in manufacturing or packaging environments is a plus.
2. Knowledge of advanced analytics and data visualization in Power BI.
3. Familiarity with Azure-based AI tools and machine learning workflows.
4. Understanding of Microsoft Teams and SharePoint integration capabilities.

OTHER

1. US Persons Only (US citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugee or asylee – all require proper identification and documentation).
2. Up to 10% local travel.
3. Physical and Environmental Requirements: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.
4. Work environment includes front-office and manufacturing. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
5. Pre-Employment Verifications: Must pass background and reference checks, drug screen, and physical examination prior to employment.