Sr. Staff Software Engineer (Conversational AI & ...

About Us: Automation Anywhere is the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA), transforming how work gets done with AI-powered automation. Its APA system, built on the industryu2019s first Process Reasoning Engine (PRE) and specialized AI agents, combines process discovery, RPA, end-to-end orchestration, document processing, and analyticsu2014all delivered with enterprise-grade security and governance. Guided by its vision to fuel the future of work, Automation Anywhere helps organizations worldwide boost productivity, accelerate growth, and unleash human potential. Our opportunity: At Automation Anywhere, we are redefining the future of work through Agentic Process Automation (APA)u2014a new category that combines AI agents, automation, and enterprise-grade orchestration to transform how organizations operate. As a recognized leader in APA, we enable global enterprises to move beyond traditional automation and build intelligent systems that can reason, act, and continuously improve business processes. Our platform powers mission-critical automation for some of the worldu2019s largest organizations, helping them unlock productivity, accelerate innovation, and create entirely new ways of working. We are seeking a Sr. Staff Software Engineer who brings strong hands-on development expertise along with technical leadership experience. In this role, you will help design, build, and evolve the core building blocks of our Conversational AI and automation platform, leveraging microservices architecture and scalable distributed systems. You will partner closely with product, data science, and engineering teams to deliver high-impact solutions while providing technical guidance, mentoring engineers, and helping shape the architecture and direction of our next generation of AI-powered automation capabilities. Who youu2019ll report to: This role reports to our Sr. Director, Engineering Location: Hybrid role with regular onsite workdays in our San Jose, CA strongly preferred. Other U.S locations may be considered. You will make an impact by being responsible for: + Designing, building, and delivering scalable and real-time systems with high quality, scalability, and operability in mind + Collaborating with product management, data science, and other engineering teams to bring end-to-end solutions with the highest business value to our customers + Reviewing and providing feedback on technical designs and code changes to ensure highly available, scalable, maintainable designs and high code quality standards to engineering peers. + Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues that arise in production and provide timely resolutions + Proactively identifying areas of technical debt and improvement opportunities, and drive solutions or innovation in engineering organization + Taking operational ownership of the system by using monitoring and observability tools to identify and resolve production issues + Mentoring and coaching team members to raise the technical bar on the team and adapt AI assistant development You will be a great fit if you have: + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field + 7+ years hands-on experience with microservices and scalable software development in an Automation or AI environment preferred + Experience with distributed systems, large-scale data, and the full software lifecycle of modern computer languages (Java, Python, etc.) + Solid understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices + Proficiency in database design and integration, including SQL and NoSQL databases + Experience with cloud platforms (e.g AWS, GCP) is highly desired + Familiarity with SaaS concepts and experience in developing SaaS-based applications is a plus + Domain knowledge experience with ServiceNow, Salesforce, workflow, business process etc. preferred + Experience with building machine learning products preferred You excel in these key competencies: + Collaborative Communication u2013 Ability to work effectively with product managers, data scientists, and cross-functional engineering teams to deliver high-value solutions + Analytical Problem Solving u2013 Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills to diagnose complex production issues and develop effective, scalable solutions + Ownership & Accountability u2013 Demonstrates end-to-end responsibility for system reliability, performance, and operational excellence, including proactive monitoring and issue resolution + Technical Leadership & Mentorship u2013 Ability to guide, mentor, and elevate other engineers while fostering best practices in system design, code quality, and AI-assisted development + Continuous Improvement Mindset u2013 Proactively identifies technical debt, improvement opportunities, and innovative solutions to enhance system scalability, performance, and engineering practices The base salary range for this position is $175,000 u2013 $200,000 a year. The base salary ultimately offered is determined through a review of education, industry experience, training, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant in alignment with market data and other factors. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity and a full range of medical and other benefits. Ready to Revolutionize Work? Join Us. This is an opportunity to work with a global, passionate team pioneering technology thatu2019s redefining the way people work, everywhere. Join us and discover the many ways that you can have an impact, achieve your potential, and go be great. Job Segment OR Key Words: SaaS, Software Engineer, AI, Automation, Agentic Process Automation, SQL, Java, Python #LI-LS1 Benefits and perks youu2019ll appreciate: + Flexible work schedule / remote roles + Unlimited Personal Time Off + 12 holidays off per year + 4 days volunteer time off per year + Eligible for 4 company Achievement days off per year + Variety of health care and well-being benefits + Paid family/parental leave + We are a designated u201cBest Place to Worku201d for 2 years in a row Learn more here ( + Newsweeku2019s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces in America 2023 u2013 Learn more here ( Automation Anywhere is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email . At this time, we typically do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates should generally be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. All unsolicited resumes submitted to any @ email address, whether submitted by an individual or by an agency, will not be eligible for an agency fee. Automation Anywhere is the leader in Agentic Process Automation (APA), transforming how work gets done with AI-powered automation. Its APA system, built on the industryu2019s first Process Reasoning Engine (PRE) and specialized AI agents, combines process discovery, RPA, end-to-end orchestration, document processing, and analyticsu2014all delivered with enterprise-grade security and governance. Guided by its vision to fuel the future of work, Automation Anywhere helps organizations worldwide boost productivity, accelerate growth, and unleash human potential.Equal Opportunity Employer Automation Anywhere is an equal opportunity employer u2013 M/F/D/V. We want to have the best available persons in every job. We will not discriminate in our employment practices due to an applicantu2019s race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, age, national origin and ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Created: 2026-03-13