Solution Architect - Digital Automation Tech Lead
Title: Solution Architect - Digital Automation Tech LeadLocation: Eagle, IDJob Requisition ID: Req-259881Time Type: Full timeAbout Lamb WestonYou’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, and public Fortune 500 company, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world.A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together.If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.Job Description SummaryThe Digital Automation Tech Lead provides technical leadership and solution design ownership for enterprise automation capabilities, including Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and AI-enabled solutions. This role is responsible for defining automation standards, guiding development teams, and ensuring automation solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned to enterprise architecture. The Tech Lead partners closely with Product Leads, Delivery Managers, and AMS providers to enable rapid, high-quality delivery of automation solutions while maintaining long-term sustainability.Job DescriptionServe as the technical authority for digital automation solutions across RPA and AI platformsDesign and govern automation solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI) in alignment with enterprise standardsEvaluate and incorporate application-specific AI capabilities (e.g.,Microsoft CoPilot,ServiceNow Now Assist, SalesforceAgentForce, SAP Joule, etc.) into automation and workflow designs where they add measurable valuePartner with platform owners (SAP, Salesforce, ServiceNow) to integrate native AI features into broader automation strategiesEnsure AI-enabled automations are implemented responsibly, securely, and in alignment with enterprise governance and data standardsOwn solution design and technical direction for automation initiatives from concept through deploymentDefine and enforce automation architecture standards, patterns, and reusable componentsGuide internal developers and AMS resources on automation design, development, and best practicesReview and approve automation designs, code, and implementations delivered by internal teams or AMS partnersEnsure automation solutions meet enterprise standards for security, performance, scalability, and resiliencyPartner with Product Leads to assess technical feasibility, complexity, and sequencing of automation requestsCollaborate with Delivery Managers to support rapid delivery while managing technical riskPrevent proliferation of fragile or duplicative automations and manage technical debtSupport complex troubleshooting and resolution of high-impact automation issuesIdentifyopportunities to expand automation capabilities and improve platform adoptionMaintain technical documentation, standards, and automation governance artifactsStay current on emerging automation and AI technologies and assess applicability to the enterpriseBasic & Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience8–12 years of experience designing and delivering automation solutions in enterprise environmentsHands-on experience with the Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Automate and Power AppsExposure to application-embedded AI capabilities such asMicrosoft CoPilot,SAP Joule, SalesforceAgentForce, ServiceNow Now Assist, or similar toolsExperience assessing when toleveragenative platform AI versus custom automation or AI solutionsUnderstanding of AI governance, data considerations, and operational risks in enterprise environmentsStrong hands-on experience with RPA platforms and automation frameworksExperience designing AI-enabled automation or intelligent workflowsProven experience providing technical leadership and design governanceExperience working with AMS or external delivery partners in a governed delivery modelStrong understanding of enterprise integration patterns, APIs, and data flowsExperienceoperatingin fast-paced, delivery-oriented environmentsCapabilitiesAutomation architecture and solution designTechnical leadership and influence without direct authorityRapid delivery enablement withappropriate governanceStrong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skillsAbility to balance speed, quality, and sustainabilityInnovation mindset with practical execution focusIndustry-Competitive BenefitsCoupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, VisionFlexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement AccountsWell-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive programPaid Time OffFinancial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insuranceFamily-Friendly Employee eventsEmployee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type servicesBenefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.Anticipated Close DateThe anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.Anticipated Close Date: 03/30/2026Pay TransparencyIn compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below.Pay Rate or Range: $131,130.00 - $196,660.00Equal Opportunity EmployerLamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law