Avalara - Software Development Manager - Automation Engineering (10-14 yrs)

Job description :

What You'll Do :

Avalara seeks an experienced Manager - Automation to lead the Returns Engineering automation team. In this role, you will oversee a team of 5-Automation Engineers, working closely with Engineering leads to achieve automation objectives, primary goals of enhancing efficiency, reducing risk, and ensuring an excellent customer experience.

Key Responsibilities :

Team Leadership & Development :

- Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing automation engineering team.

- Conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback, and foster a collaborative team culture.

- Define team goals, monitor performance, and ensure timely project delivery.

Automation Strategy, Planning, Maintenance and Support :

- Develop and implement a comprehensive automation strategy aligned with business objectives.

- Identify and prioritize automation opportunities across the organization.

- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

- Maintain and support existing automation.

Project Management :

- Oversee multiple automation projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to define scope, set objectives, and measure outcomes.

- Monitor progress, address issues as they arise, and provide status updates.

Technical Leadership :

- Lead the team in designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks and test scripts.

- Provide technical expertise and hands-on support for automation tools and technologies.

- Continuously evaluate new tools and techniques to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement :

- Collaborate with engineering, product, and quality assurance teams to identify automation needs and develop solutions.

- Establish metrics to measure the impact and effectiveness of automation initiatives.

- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and best practice adoption.

Risk Management & Compliance :

- Ensure automated systems meet security, data privacy, and regulatory standards.

- Proactively manage risks associated with automation processes, including system failures and resource dependencies.

- Implement safeguards to minimize business disruptions from automation failures or anomalies.

What You'll Need to be Successful :

Qualifications :

Education : Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience :

- 10+ years of experience in software engineering or automation, with at least 2 years in a management role.

- Proven track record in managing and delivering successful automation projects.

- Experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Jenkins, Ansible, or similar frameworks.

- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management principles.

Technical Skills :

- Strong knowledge of RPA tools like UIPath, Robocorp, or similar.

- Proficiency in CI/CD tools and methodologies.

- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

Soft Skills :

- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to influence and collaborate across functions, especially with engineering, product, and operations teams.

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.