AI & Automation Builder — People Team (Remote)
Progressive Leasing · Atlanta, GA
- On site
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- Atlanta, GA
Job highlights
- Build AI automations for People team workflows.
- Translate specs into deployable automations.
- Partner with AI COE on agentic workflows.
- Integrate automations with HR systems.
- Iterate and deliver functional MVPs.
About the role
About Progressive Leasing
Progressive Leasing is a leading provider of in-store and e-commerce lease-to-own solutions. With more than 20 years in FinTech, we’ve grown from start-up to industry leader by innovating, simplifying, and valuing people. We are a subsidiary of PROG Holdings (NYSE: PRG), a FinTech holding company with three business segments: Progressive Leasing, Purchasing Power (a leading employee purchase program for consumer products and services using payroll deduction), and Four, a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform.Job Summary
We are currently hiring an AI & Automation Builder — People to help modernize how work gets done across our People function and support PROG’s broader AI‑enabled transformation.Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
PROG is dedicated to providing people with opportunity — opportunity for inclusive collaboration, opportunity for innovation, and opportunity for development.About the Team
The People team at PROG is operating at the center of an AI‑enabled shift in how the company works. Our focus is on replacing manual, slow, and repetitive HR work with intelligent, automated systems that actually run in the real world. We don’t design in decks — we build. The People team partners closely with the AI Center of Excellence (COE) to bring automation, agentic workflows, and modern tooling directly into day‑to‑day HR operations.What You'll Do
- Build AI‑powered automations for core People workflows (recruiting, onboarding, offboarding, employee lifecycle, compliance).
- Translate defined workflow specs or process maps into built, tested, and deployed automations.
- Build and deploy skills or agentic workflows in partnership with the AI COE, including work tied to PROG’s active PIPER+ program.
- Use AI tools (Claude, Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot, or similar) as core building tools for workflow logic, automation, and agent design.
- Integrate automations with Workday, Jira, Microsoft 365, and other tools in the PROG stack (API and MCP support provided).
- Ship quickly and iterate: deliver functional MVPs, gather feedback, and improve over time.
- Maintain and enhance automations as People needs evolve.
- Document what you build so others can understand, maintain, and extend it.
- Partner closely with TA, People Ops, Total Rewards, and HR Technology leaders.
What You'll Bring
- Demonstrated ability to build and ship automations — not just identify opportunities.
- Hands‑on experience using AI tools (Claude, Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar) to automate real workflows.
- Comfort with APIs, webhooks, and basic data formats (JSON).
- Familiarity with no‑code / low‑code tools; light scripting (Python, JavaScript, Apps Script) is a plus.
- Working knowledge of how HR / People functions operate and where automation adds value.
- Experience with enterprise HR systems (Workday strongly preferred).
- Ability to clearly explain what you built to non‑technical stakeholders.
- Self‑directed, iterative working style — you build, test, and refine without waiting for perfection.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
What We Offer
- Competitive Compensation
- Full Health Benefits; Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance + Paid Parental Leave
- Company‑Matched 401(k)
- Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays + Paid Volunteer Hours
- Employee Resource Groups (Black Inclusion Group, Women in Leadership, PRIDE, Adelante)
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Charitable Gift Matching
- Job‑required equipment and services
Diversity & Inclusion
Progressive Leasing welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Progressive Leasing does business.Key skills/competency
- AI & Automation
- People Operations
- Workflow Automation
- HR Systems
- API Integration
- Low-code/No-code Tools
- Scripting (Python, JavaScript)
- Iterative Development
- Stakeholder Communication
- Workday
Skills & topics
- AI
- Automation
- People Team
- HR Tech
- Workday
- Remote
- FinTech
- Workflow Automation
- API
- Low-code
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight AI automation, HR systems (Workday), and API experience.
- Showcase your impact: Quantify achievements in building and shipping automations.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss APIs, JSON, and scripting.
- Demonstrate People Ops knowledge: Explain how automation adds value to HR functions.
- Emphasize collaboration: Discuss your experience working with technical and non-technical teams.
Technical preparation
Practice building automations with AI tools.,Review API documentation and JSON structure.,Familiarize yourself with Workday functionalities.,Write sample scripts in Python or JavaScript.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex workflow you automated.,How do you handle feedback on your work?,Explain a technical concept to a non-expert.,How do you stay updated on AI advancements?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the AI & Automation Builder role at Progressive Leasing?
- The AI & Automation Builder role at Progressive Leasing focuses on modernizing the People function by building and deploying AI-powered automations for core HR workflows. This involves replacing manual processes with intelligent systems in collaboration with the AI Center of Excellence.
- What are the key responsibilities for an AI & Automation Builder at Progressive Leasing?
- Key responsibilities include building AI automations for recruiting, onboarding, and employee lifecycle management, translating workflow specifications into deployed solutions, integrating with systems like Workday and Microsoft 365, and iterating on MVPs based on feedback.
- What technical skills are essential for this AI & Automation Builder position?
- Essential technical skills include hands-on experience with AI tools (e.g., Claude, Copilot), comfort with APIs, webhooks, and JSON, familiarity with no-code/low-code platforms, and ideally light scripting (Python, JavaScript). Experience with enterprise HR systems like Workday is strongly preferred.
- Is this AI & Automation Builder role remote, and if so, where?
- Yes, this is a remote position that can be performed anywhere within the continental United States. Progressive Leasing offers this role as a work-from-home opportunity.
- What kind of background is Progressive Leasing looking for in an AI & Automation Builder candidate?
- Progressive Leasing is open to candidates from technical backgrounds who have gravitated towards HR, or from People Operations who have self-taught automation building skills. The key is the ability to translate workflows into working automations.
- How does Progressive Leasing foster employee development in this AI & Automation Builder role?
- Progressive Leasing is dedicated to providing opportunities for development. They value employees who are curious, adaptable, and open to learning as workflows evolve, especially in the context of expanding AI enablement.
- What is the 'PIPER+' program mentioned in the job description?
- The PIPER+ program is an initiative at PROG that the AI & Automation Builder will contribute to. It appears to be a key part of their AI transformation efforts, involving the development of agentic workflows and automation.