Sr. Automation Engineer

About LawnStarterLawnStarter is the nation's leading on-demand marketplace for lawn care and outdoor services, with $100M+ in annual bookings across three brands. We connect homeowners with vetted local Pros for everything from weekly mowing to landscaping, pool care, and beyond.The RoleThe Sr. Automation Engineer in Austin, Texas will serve in a hands-on role responsible for the evaluation and testing of the LawnStarter platform. As a key player in the Company's Engineering operations reporting to LawnStarter's Engineering Manager and indirectly to the Head of Engineering. The Sr. Automation Engineer will collaborate with software developers and engineers (majority based in Brazil) and cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy automated solutions for various processes and systems, utilizing industry-leading automation technologies. Telecommuting permitted from anywhere within continental U.S.Job DutiesMore specifically, the duties of Sr. Automation Engineer at LawnStarter will include:Design, develop, and deploy automated solutions for various processes and systems, utilizing industry-leading automation technologies;Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand process requirements and identify opportunities for automation;Conduct feasibility studies and create detailed project plans to implement automation initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility;Perform testing and troubleshooting of automated systems, identifying and resolving technical issues to ensure optimal performanceCollaborate with software developers and engineers (majority based in Brazil) to develop custom automation scripts or applications to enhance system functionality and integration; support off-shore engineering teams in Brazil with troubleshooting automated tests and pipelinesMonitor and maintain automated systems, performing regular inspections, preventative maintenance, and calibration to ensure reliability and accuracyAnalyze data and generate reports to assess system performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements;Stay up-to-date with emerging automation technologies, trends, and best practices, proactively suggesting and implementing process enhancements; anTrain and support end-users on the operation and maintenance of automated systems, promoting a culture of self-sufficiency and continuous learning.