Automation Developer
Stantec · Pune Division, Maharashtra, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $80,000 / year
- Pune Division, Maharashtra, India
Job highlights
- Develop and maintain deployment automation solutions.
- Improve operational efficiency via automation.
- Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams.
- Utilize Python, Git, and Docker skills.
- Support enterprise BI and reporting platforms.
About the role
Automation Developer
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. The Stantec community unites approximately 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents.
We are looking for an Automation Developer to join our Enterprise Dashboard & Reporting Solutions Team to support the developer, automate and maintain our Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing platforms.
Job Overview
The Automation Developer will be part of the Enterprise Dashboard & Reporting Solutions (EDRS) team within Integrated Business Applications. This role works closely with the EDRS team responsible for the development and maintenance of the enterprise Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing platforms.
The Automation Developer is responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and maintaining deployment automation solutions to support continuous and reliable deployments across QA and Production environments. The role focuses on improving operational efficiency, consistency, and reliability through automation while supporting enterprise BI and reporting solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with development, QA, and operations teams to gather automation requirements and design/build a scalable automation framework.
- Develop and maintain automated deployment pipelines, implement automated test execution (functional, application, and regression) as needed.
- Monitor, analyze, document, and communicate technical issues and resolutions clearly and concisely to stakeholders.
- Review existing code and provide actionable recommendations to improve quality, performance, maintainability, and reliability.
- Ensure robust version control practices and configuration management standards are consistently applied across automation assets and releases.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, guidelines, and best practices to support the end-to-end development and release lifecycle.
- Maintain and continuously enhance in-house automation programs, scripts, and tooling to improve delivery efficiency and consistency.
Additional Duties
- Collaboration with different teams or groups within IT as and when required - Development team, Unix, Project Management, EBS/Middleware DBA, Network team etc.
- Follow Change Management process, regularly share updates with different teams via email/Jira/meetings
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Engineering or related field
- 3 or more years of experience as a software developer, or as a Dev Ops engineer
- Expert in Git, with practical experience administering and maintaining repositories, preferably in Bitbucket
- Python development skills, with Flask for building and maintaining custom applications
- Docker and container management skills are a strong plus
- Proficient in scripting and automation skills
- Passionate about DevOps and new technologies
Please note that this role requires flexible working hours to support and collaborate with teams across different geographical regions and time zones. We are looking for team players who are eager to learn new technologies, adapt quickly, and can work in a dynamic environment.
Key skills/competency
- Automation Developer
- DevOps
- Python
- Git
- Bitbucket
- Docker
- Scripting
- Business Intelligence
- Data Warehousing
- Continuous Integration
Skills & topics
- Automation Developer
- DevOps
- Python
- Git
- Bitbucket
- Docker
- Scripting
- Business Intelligence
- Data Warehousing
- Software Developer
- CI/CD
- Release Management
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Python, Git, and automation experience.
- Showcase DevOps passion: Emphasize your experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerization (Docker).
- Address requirements directly: Clearly state your experience with Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing platforms.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your approach to automation framework design and implementation.
- Demonstrate flexibility: Highlight your ability to work with distributed teams and adapt to new technologies.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of an Automation Developer at Stantec?
- The Automation Developer at Stantec is responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and maintaining deployment automation solutions for Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing platforms. This includes developing automated deployment pipelines, test execution, and enhancing in-house automation tooling to improve efficiency and reliability.
- What technical skills are essential for the Automation Developer role at Stantec?
- Essential technical skills include expertise in Git, proficiency in Python development (preferably with Flask), and strong scripting and automation skills. Experience with Docker and container management is a strong plus. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or a related field is also required.
- How does Stantec approach CI/CD and DevOps for its reporting solutions?
- Stantec utilizes automation to support continuous and reliable deployments across QA and Production environments for its Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing platforms. The Automation Developer role is integral to this, focusing on building scalable automation frameworks and maintaining automated deployment pipelines.
- What is the experience level required for the Automation Developer position?
- The role requires 3 or more years of experience as a software developer or DevOps engineer, with a career level typically between 2 to 10 years of experience.
- Does Stantec offer remote work options for the Automation Developer role?
- While the primary location is Pune, India, the role requires flexible working hours to collaborate with teams across different geographical regions and time zones. This suggests a hybrid or remote-friendly arrangement, but confirmation with the hiring manager is advised.
- What type of projects will an Automation Developer work on at Stantec?
- Automation Developers will work on supporting and automating the development and maintenance of Stantec's enterprise Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing platforms, focusing on improving deployment efficiency and reliability.
- How important is collaboration for the Automation Developer role at Stantec?
- Collaboration is very important. The Automation Developer will partner closely with development, QA, and operations teams, and also collaborate with other IT groups like Unix, Project Management, and network teams.
- What is Stantec's stance on continuous learning for its employees?
- Stantec looks for team players who are eager to learn new technologies, adapt quickly, and thrive in a dynamic environment. This indicates a strong emphasis on continuous learning and professional development.