AI and Automation Developer

AI and Automation DeveloperJob Description: AI Automations and Integrations Developer body AI Automations and Integrations DeveloperSTATUS: Full-time, ExemptDEPARTMENT: Information TechnologyLOCATION: Grand RapidsREPORTS TO: Director of Custom Applications and Web DevelopmentSALARY: $85,000 - $95,000SUMMARY: The AI Automations and Integrations Developer's primary role is to design, develop, and implement innovative automation solutions to streamline business processes and enhance operational efficiency across the University. This position will leverage scripting languages, APIs, and cloud-based AI services to create robust integrations between disparate systems. This can include, but is not limited to, Python, Javascript, TypeScript, React, and low-code/no-code platforms. These responsibilities are performed in an ethical manner consistent with the University's mission, vision, and cultural values.You Will Love this Job If You:u2022 Enjoy solving complex business problems with creative automation and AI-powered solutions.u2022 Like working with stakeholders to understand their needs and architect scalable integrations.u2022 Thrive on connecting different systems and working with APIs from various sources.u2022 Want the opportunity to contribute to the future technical direction of the department.RESPONSIBILITIES:u2022 Design, develop, and maintain a portfolio of automation workflows and AI-powered applications.u2022 Build and support custom integrations using scripting languages such as Python, Javascript and TypeScript.u2022 Utilize low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Zapier, n8n) to rapidly deploy and manage workflows.u2022 Consume and produce RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless data exchange between enterprise systems, including cloud and on-premise applications.u2022 Author SQL queries and scripts to retrieve, manipulate, and store data needed for AI and automation processes.u2022 Assist in deploying, monitoring, and maintaining applications in a Linux environment, applying basic DevOps principles.u2022 Work closely with end-users and department leaders to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.u2022 Define, develop, and implement scalable architectures for automation and integration solutions.u2022 Document all solutions, integrations, and processes in a clear and consistent manner.u2022 Provide training and support for developed solutions to ensure successful adoption.u2022 Track recurring system issues and recommend/implement permanent solutions.u2022 Serve on appropriate ITS teams and committees.u2022 Demonstrate and promote the University Cultural Values.u2022 Provides GREAT customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our customers.u2022 Understand and abide by all external and internal regulations and policies. This includes NCAA, GLIAC and national affiliations associated within athletics or other role specific regulations.u2022 Demonstrate and promote the University Cultural Values.u2022 Perform other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:u2022 Bachelor's degree and two plus years of experience in automation development, systems integration, or a related field required.u2022 One year minimum experience leveraging Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) to create business automations required.u2022 Proficiency in a scripting language such as Python or TypeScript is required. Experience with React is a plus.u2022 Strong understanding of APIs, how RESTful APIs work, and demonstrated hands-on experience making API calls.u2022 Proficiency with common data interchange formats, particularly JSON and XML.u2022 Experience with low-code/no-code integration platforms (e.g., Zapier, n8n, or similar tools) is highly desired.u2022 Foundational knowledge of SQL and relational databases.u2022 Basic understanding of a major cloud platform (AWS,

Created: 2026-01-15