Automation Engineer

Goodwin Procter Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,200 - 135,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement & Savings Plan

Emergency back‑up child and adult care

Paid vacation, sick time off, andHols

Job summary

Goodwin in Boston is seeking a highly motivated Automation Engineer to join our Enterprise Applications team. You will build and optimize automated workflows using Power Platform and Azure services across HR, Finance, Marketing, and Legal.

You will design scalable integrations with SharePoint and Dataverse, create connectors, test thoroughly, and document solutions while mentoring end-users and aligning with IT governance. This role offers growth in a dynamic, global law firm environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience as Automation Engineer with Microsoft Azure‑based tools.
• Strong knowledge of Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate) and Azure Logic Apps.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and enterprise data sources.

Responsibilities

• Build automation workflows using Power Platform, Logic Apps, and other low-code tools to streamline processes.
• Partner with HR, Finance, Marketing, Legal and others to gather requirements and define workflow logic.
• Develop scalable automation solutions that integrate with SharePoint, Teams, and third‑party SaaS platforms.
• Create and maintain connectors to enterprise platforms and monitor workflow performance.

Skills

Automation

Azure

Power Platform

REST APIs

Agile

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Eng

Tools

Power Apps

Power Automate

Logic Apps

Azure Functions

Dataverse

SharePoint

SQL

Job description

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do. Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting‑edge solutions in high‑stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world‑class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions.

This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward‑thinking peers.

We are seeking a highly motivated Automation Engineer to join our Enterprise Applications team.

What You Will Do:

• Build automation workflows using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI), Logic Apps, Forms, and other low-code/no-code tools to streamline business processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Partner with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams (inc. but not limited to HR, Marketing, Finance, Client Development and legal practices) to gather requirements, define workflow logic, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Develop scalable, secure, and maintainable automation solutions that integrate with enterprise systems such as SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, third‑party SaaS platforms and other data sources.
• Create and maintain new connectors to various enterprise platforms.
• Partner with Transformation Team to continuously monitor and refine automation workflows to improve performance, reduce manual effort, and eliminate process bottlenecks.
• Leverage Microsoft Azure AI services and related Generative AI tools to enhance automation workflows with intelligent decision‑making and natural language processing capabilities.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of automation workflows to ensure reliability, accuracy, and compliance with organizational standards.
• Keep current with emerging trends in low-code/no-code platforms, Microsoft ecosystem updates, and automation best practices.
• Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of automation designs, configurations, and support procedures to ensure knowledge transfer and operational continuity.
• Provide end‑user support and training for deployed automation solutions, addressing issues and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all automation solutions adhere to IT governance, security, and compliance requirements.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications are a plus.
• Demonstrated experience as an Automation Engineer with expertise in Microsoft Azure‑based tools.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Power Platform (especially PowerApps and Power Automate), Azure Logic Apps, and Azure Functions.
• Familiarity with cloud‑based automation architecture, REST APIs, and integration patterns across Microsoft 365 and Azure ecosystems.
• Proficient in scripting and an understanding of programming languages such as Powershell, JavaScript, Power Fx, C#, and Python.
• Experience with building custom connectors, managing data sources (e.g., Dataverse, SQL, SharePoint), and deploying solutions in enterprise environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into scalable automation solutions leveraging process improvement frameworks such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Agile.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with a proactive approach to learning and applying new technologies.
• Comfortable working in agile, cross‑functional teams and managing multiple priorities.

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At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

Benefits and More

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement & Savings Plan
• Emergency back‑up child and adult care
• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Employee wellness and assistance programs
• Employee discounts and perks

This position is eligible for overtime: No

The target salary range for this position varies by location and is commensurate with relevant experience: Boston $90,200 - $135,400 | Los Angeles $97,000 - $145,500 | New York $97,000 - $145,500 | Orange County $97,000 - $145,500 | Philadelphia $88,400 - $132,700 | San Diego $97,000 - $145,500 | San Francisco $103,700 - $155,600 | Santa Monica $97,000 - $145,500

Professional career paths at Goodwin offer you more – and less – than you might expect.

You’ll find less hierarchy and more meritocracy.

You’ll have more chances to work across departments and offices, and fewer roadblocks to getting the job done.

We believe people are happiest when they’re not limited by a ‘that’s how we’ve always done it’ approach, so we encourage a more imaginative and collaborative working environment.

Our Global Operations Team – what we call our GO Team – brings a level of professionalism, enthusiasm and commitment to work each and every day.

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