Automation Engineer (Custom n8n Connector Development)

About the Role As an Automation Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain a custom n8n connector (node) to integrate with our API, enabling robust automation workflows within the n8n platform. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the connector is reliable, user-friendly, and optimized for performance. This role requires strong programming skills, API expertise, and familiarity with n8n’s ecosystem. Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Implement API integrations with RESTful APIs, handling authentication, pagination, rate limiting, and error responses. Write clean, modular, and maintainable code with robust error handling. Create unit and integration tests using frameworks like Playwright. Optimize API interactions through JSON manipulation, schema validation, batch operations, caching, and exponential backoff for retries. Write clear and comprehensive documentation for node usage, including parameters, examples, and sample workflows. Collaborate with team members to ensure the connector meets user experience requirements, such as intuitive parameter labels and conditional fields. Follow best practices for secure credential management, input sanitization, and dependency audits. Optionally, implement webhook support for real-time integrations and observability features like logging metrics. Perform daily duties in line with Forth, LLC Information Security Policies and Procedures. Ensure that information Confidentiality, Integrity and Privacy is always maintained with processing information assets. Qualifications and Required Skills Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Experience 2+ years of hands‑on experience with Node.js (version 18.17.0 or higher). Proven experience with RESTful API integrations. Familiarity with workflow automation tools like n8n, Zapier, or Make. Technical Skills Strong understanding of Node.js environments and asynchronous programming. Experience with Git for version control and npm/yarn for package management. Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g., Playwright) and debugging tools for API mocking. Ability to manipulate JSON, validate schemas, and optimize API calls. Soft Skills Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills for documenting node usage and collaborating with teams. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. What Will Make You Stand Out Prior experience building or extending n8n nodes or contributing to open-source automation projects. Familiarity with n8n’s node structure, including execute methods, credential handling, and data linking. Experience with webhooks for real-time integrations. Knowledge of database connections (SQL/NoSQL) for APIs involving data querying. Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio showcasing API integrations or automation workflows. Pay Range and Compensation Package $130,000 - $140,000 In-Office Requirements This role requires two days per week in office in the Schaumburg, IL office #J-18808-Ljbffr Set Forth, Inc