AI and Automation Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Reports to: Software Development ManagerCooperates with: Software Development, Enterprise Platforms, IT, Operations, Finance, Product, Sales, EngineeringLocation: Tulsa, OK Primary Responsibility:Responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the organization's automation ecosystem to reduce manual and repetitive business processes, improve process reliability, and enable scalable business operations. This role partners with business and technology leaders to identify and develop workflow automations, integrations, and selected agentic / generative AI solutions that support internal teams while ensuring compliance with governance standards such as DLP, security, and approved data handling practices. This role also establishes engineering best practices, mentors developers, and helps define a roadmap for expanding automation and AI capabilities across the organization. What You'll Do:Design, build, deploy, and maintain automations for manual business processesAutomate approvals, routing, notifications, data movement, and exception handling across internal workflowsTranslate business requirements into scalable automation and integration solutionsDevelop and maintain integrations using APIs, scripting, workflow platforms, and automation toolingEvaluate and implement agentic / generative AI capabilities with appropriate guardrails and human reviewDefine and prioritize AI use cases aligned to business value, while establishing frameworks for measuring AI effectiveness (ROI, accuracy, adoption) Incorporate generative AI capabilities into overall automation solutions using SDKs and MCP servers, as neededEstablish guidelines for when the use of artificial intelligence may be required and when deterministic solutions are more appropriateEstablish standards for architecture, testing, monitoring, documentation, releases, and supportEnforce governance requirements including DLP, secure data handling, access controls, auditability, and approved tool usageMonitor and continuously improve automation reliability, performance, and supportabilityMentor developers through design reviews, code reviews, technical coaching, and knowledge sharingPartner with IT, security, and business leaders to prioritize initiatives and define a long-term automation roadmapHow to Qualify:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience10+ years of experience in software engineering, automation engineering, integrations, or related development rolesExperience building or supporting business workflow automations or enterprise integrations using Microsoft's Power PlatformStrong proficiency in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar languagesExperience working with APIs, web services, data transformation, and system integration patternsExperience building tools using SDKs for OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, or similar models.Experience integrating MCP servers into tools and workflowsHands-on experience with workflow automation, orchestration, RPA, low-code platforms, or custom automation servicesPractical experience with generative AI and agentic systems, including prompt design, tool usage, guardrails, evaluation, and human-in-the-loop workflowsStrong understanding of SDLC practices including version control, testing, CI/CD, documentation, and release managementExperience implementing security and governance controls such as DLP, access management, logging, and audit requirementsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutionsExperience mentoring developers and leading technical standards across projects or teamsStrong communication skills for working with business stakeholders, leadership, and cross-functional technical teams What Sets You Apart:Experience responsibly applying AI in business workflows with clear governance and measurable outcomesExperience working in a fast-paced, Agile environmentAbility to balance delivery speed, reliability, security, and governance in production systemsExperience coordinating with IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise platforms, and business operationsExperience in manufacturing, supply chain, or operations environments How Success is Measured:Reduction in manual effort / process cycle time Adoption of automation solutions across teams Reliability and performance of automation systems Number and impact of AI-enabled workflows Stakeholder satisfaction and business value delivered What We Offer:Health, Dental & Vision InsuranceAnnual Bonus Program$350 Annual Wellness CreditFlexible Spending Account (FSA)401k with match up to 5%Life insuranceDisability insurance5 days of paid sick leave annually (prorated based on start date)15 days PTO annually (prorated based on start date) Equal Opportunity: MIRATECH is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regards to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations.