Automation Engineer

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) in Austin is seeking an Automation Engineer (Systems Analyst VII) to design and implement modernization automation utilities, migration scripts, and configuration tooling for cloud and infrastructure modernization. You will develop AI-assisted validation tools to ensure secure, production-ready migrations and troubleshoot issues across pipelines and deployments.

The role requires strong DevOps practices, scripting expertise (Python, Bash, PowerShell), and

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in computer science, engineering, software automation, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience developing automated scripting pipelines, system configurations, or deployment routines.

Responsibilities

• Designs, codes, and implements modernization automation utilities, migration scripts, and configuration tooling to support repeatable cloud, infrastructure, and application modernization activities.
• Develops and maintains verification applications and AI-assisted validation tools to test, validate, and confirm successful migration of assets, configurations, permissions, and system dependencies.
• Troubleshoots automation, AI-assisted validation, infrastructure, and pipeline failures during modernization activities; modifies scripts, configuration code, or deployment logic to resolve errors and improve reliability, repeatability, and operational readiness.
• Prepares modernization runbooks, automation playbooks, pipeline charts, architecture tables, and knowledge transfer materials to support staff adoption of automation, AI-enabled tools, and standardized modernization practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support CTO modernization, automation, AI enablement, and operational improvement initiatives.

Skills

Automation design

Post-migration validation

Deployment pipelines

DevOps practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering

Tools

Python

Bash

PowerShell

APIs

Job description

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title

Automation Engineer

Job Title

Systems Analyst VII

Agency

Health & Human Services Comm

Department

Chief Technology Office EI 3b

Salary Range

$8,488.33 - $11,666.66

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Salary Group

TEXAS-B-29

Shift

Day

Additional Shift

Days (First)

Telework

Telework:

Travel

Travel:

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Full Time/Part Time

Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt

Job Location City

AUSTIN

Job Location Address

701 W 51ST ST

MOS Codes

0171,8848,8858,181X,182X,1D7X1,255A,255S,25B,25D,25H,26B,62E,681X,682X,781X,CTI,CTM,CTR,CYB10,CYB11

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Eligibility

This position is open to U.S. Citizens and permanent residents.

Office Location Requirement

This onsite role requires the selected candidate to work from an HHS office in Austin, Texas.

Closing Date

10/11/2026

Posting Audience

Internal and External

Occupational Category

Computer and Mathematical

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• Designs, codes, and implements modernization automation utilities, migration scripts, and configuration tooling to support repeatable cloud, infrastructure, and application modernization activities. 40%
• Develops and maintains verification applications and AI-assisted validation tools to test, validate, and confirm successful migration of assets, configurations, permissions, and system dependencies, helping ensure modernization efforts are accurate, secure, and production-ready. 35%
• Troubleshoots automation, AI-assisted validation, infrastructure, and pipeline failures during modernization activities; modifies scripts, configuration code, or deployment logic to resolve errors and improve reliability, repeatability, and operational readiness. 15%
• Prepares modernization runbooks, automation playbooks, pipeline charts, architecture tables, and knowledge transfer materials to support staff adoption of automation, AI-enabled tools, and standardized modernization practices. 5%
• Performs other duties as assigned to support CTO modernization, automation, AI enablement, and operational improvement initiatives. 5%

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge:
  • Thorough knowledge of technology modernization principles, cloud and infrastructure migration patterns, automated systems engineering, and repeatable environment provisioning.
  • Thorough knowledge of scripting and automation environments, such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, APIs, and configuration workflows used to modernize and automate system operations.
  • Thorough knowledge of AI-assisted validation concepts, rules-based verification, file transfer methods, checksum models, access validation, and automated quality checks used to confirm successful modernization outcomes.
  • Thorough knowledge of DevOps and Agile delivery practices, including version-controlled code, pull requests, deployment pipelines, iterative script improvements, and reusable modernization playbooks.
• Skills:
  • Strong skill in designing unattended, resilient automation tools that support cloud, infrastructure, application, and file modernization activities across complex environments.
  • Strong skill in coding automated and AI-assisted post-migration validation tools that verify configurations, routing states, access permissions, data integrity, and readiness for production use.
  • Strong skill in interpreting automation and deployment pipeline telemetry, resolving unexpected exceptions, and improving scripts, workflows, and validation logic during active modernization efforts.
• Abilities:
  • Ability to prepare clear modernization runbooks, automation playbooks, tool documentation, pipeline flowcharts, and knowledge transfer materials for technical and operational teams.
  • Ability to support adoption of newly introduced automation and AI-enabled verification assets by infrastructure, cloud, application, security, and program teams.
  • Ability to quickly adapt automation scripts, validation modules, and modernization workflows to changing infrastructure, security, business, and operational requirements.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

None

Initial Screening Criteria

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in computer science, engineering, software automation, or a related field. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience developing automated scripting pipelines, system configurations, or deployment routines.

Additional Information

Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual.

Selected candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Selected candidate must be willing to commute to the office on the required days.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks And Work Eligibility

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.

Nearest Major Market

Austin