Software Development Engineer – Process Automation, AI

Jobtailor; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer in Sugar Land, TX. You will design and maintain automation solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, Power Automate, and SharePoint, while integrating ERP/CRM/CPQ and cloud systems.

You will build APIs and AI-enabled workflows, collaborating with global stakeholders to ensure quality and security. The role requires 5–7 years of software development or automation experience, strong programming skills (C#, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript), and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of experience in software development, automation engineering, or related technical roles.
• Experience with Power Automate and/or Microsoft Power Platform technologies.
• Proficiency in C#, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, SQL, or PowerShell.
• Experience designing and implementing business process automation solutions.
• Experience with APIs, system integrations, and automation workflows.
• Strong SDLC knowledge and development best practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms and enterprise systems.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation solutions using Microsoft technologies.
• Develop custom apps, APIs, integrations, and workflows supporting enterprise operations.
• Collaborate with architects to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Build and support AI-enabled solutions, including AI agents and copilots.
• Integrate systems across ERP, CRM, CPQ, databases, cloud platforms, and third-party apps.
• Write clean, maintainable, scalable code following best practices.
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance existing automation and software solutions.
• Participate in solution architecture discussions, technical design reviews, and continuous improvement.
• Create technical documentation, process flows, and support materials.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, AI tools, and automation platforms for future adoption.
• Support governance, security, and compliance standards.

Skills

Power Platform

Power Automate

SharePoint

API Development

System Integration

C#

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

SDLC

Automation Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Power Automate

Power Platform

SharePoint

Cloud Platforms

ERP/CRM/CPQ

Job description

• Design, develop, and maintain business process automation solutions using Microsoft technologies such as Power Platform, Power Automate, and SharePoint
• Develop custom applications, APIs, integrations, and automation workflows supporting enterprise business operations
• Collaborate with the Principal Digital Architect to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
• Build and support AI-enabled solutions, including AI agents, copilots, workflow assistants, and intelligent automation tools
• Integrate systems across ERP, CRM, CPQ, databases, cloud platforms, and third-party applications
• Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code following software engineering best practices
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance existing automation and software solutions
• Participate in solution architecture discussions, technical design reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Create technical documentation, process flows, and support materials
• Evaluate emerging technologies, AI tools, and automation platforms for future adoption
• Support governance, security, and compliance standards related to automation and software development

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–7 years of experience in software development, automation engineering, or related technical roles
• Strong software development and programming experience across modern languages and frameworks
• Experience designing and implementing business process automation solutions
• Experience with Microsoft Power Automate and/or Microsoft Power Platform technologies
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C#, Python, JavaScript / TypeScript, SQL, or PowerShell
• Experience building and testing APIs, system integrations, and automation workflows
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and development best practices
• Experience working with cloud platforms and enterprise systems
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across a global organization
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing business process automation solutions using Microsoft technologies, including Power Platform and Power Automate, while ensuring compliance with governance and security standards. Proficient in programming languages such as C#, Python, and JavaScript, with a strong focus on system integrations and automation workflows.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Microsoft Power Automate
• Business Process Automation
• API Development
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Hard Skills

• C#
• Python
• JavaScript
• TypeScript
• SQL
• PowerShell
• Automation Engineering
• System Integration
• Technical Documentation
• Software Engineering Best Practices

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Troubleshooting
• Problem-Solving
• Communication
• Collaboration

Industry Keywords

• Enterprise Business Operations
• Governance Standards
• Security Standards
• Compliance Standards
• Emerging Technologies

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Power Platform
• SharePoint
• Cloud Platforms
• ERP Systems
• CRM Systems
• CPQ Systems
• AI Tools
• Automation Platforms