Automation Specialist

I & S Group, Inc.; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

I & S Group, Inc. is seeking an Automation Specialist in Mankato, MN to join their software development team. The role focuses on building and maintaining custom applications with an emphasis on PowerShell and cloud platform integrations. Ideal candidates will bring strong automation skills and a collaborative attitude.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $65,000 to $95,000 annually and includes comprehensive employee benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and a 401K retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS required.
• Strong problem-solving ability, curiosity, and self-direction.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications and services primarily using PowerShell.
• Build and maintain REST APIs that integrate with internal systems and third-party platforms.
• Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

PowerShell

AWS

Python

Docker

GitHub

Job description

Automation Specialist

Department: IT

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Mankato, MN

Compensation: $65,000 - $95,000 / year

Description

Founded in 1973, ISG is a multi-disciplinary, employee-owned firm providing architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design services to communities across the nation. ISG is seeking a talented Automation Specialist to join our software development team. This role is focused on building, maintaining, and optimizing custom applications and the underlying hybrid infrastructure that support ISG’s internal operations and client-facing platforms. The ideal candidate brings strong PowerShell skills, a solid grasp of cloud platform integrations, and an eagerness to grow into a well-rounded DevOps contributor.

Above all else, our team members are expected to have a positive, can-do attitude and be flexible as to job responsibilities. Our environment is fast-paced and we welcome individuals who are capable and interested in being a part of a progressive firm with regional and national-level clients.

Essential Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain applications and services primarily using PowerShell
• Build and maintain REST APIs that integrate with internal systems and third-party platforms
• Work within Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments including hosting, Docker-based deployments, and networking
• Implement, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines and contribute to DevOps standards and best practices
• Manage and contribute to version control workflows via GitHub, including branching strategy and code review
• Support integration with third-party APIs and data platforms (e.g., Unanet ERP, Unanet CRM, ArcGIS, QuestCDN)
• Write clean, well-documented, optimized code with an eye toward performance and maintainability
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical documentation

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS — required
• Proficiency in PowerShell — required. Ability to automate infrastructure tasks, reporting, and system integrations
• Proficiency in Python — preferred. Experience with FastAPI, REST API development, and data handling libraries strongly preferred
• Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, Lambda, ECS/Docker, S3, networking)
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, AWS CodePipeline, or similar)
• Experience with Docker and containerization principles
• Understanding of authentication standards and tools (OAuth2, MSAL, JWT)
• Solid GitHub version control skills including branching, pull requests, and collaborative workflows
• Ability to pick up new languages and frameworks quickly
• Strong problem-solving ability, curiosity, and self-direction
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a small, high-functioning team

ISG Employee Owner Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Bi-annual profit sharing
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
• 401K retirement plan
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Bereavement leave
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Short term and long-term disability
• Parking reimbursement, varies on office location