ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Desktop Automation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Collabera LLC

$90 - $95/hr

A significant portion of the role will involve Python-based automation development, including Windows desktop automation and API/integration testing. Candidates will need to read and understand ...

New

Ask IT consulting

RES Software Architect

Richmond, VA · On-site

We have openings for RES Software Architect for one of our client at Richmond VA Client is implementing RES Software for desktop automation and workstation management. These positions will be ...

Collabera LLC

$50/hr

Experience with Windows desktop automation (e.g., pywinauto or similar libraries) * Strong understanding of system workflows, API testing, and integration validation * Experience supporting ...

Real Soft, Inc.

Sr Robotics Analysts

Frisco, TX · On-site

$82K - $109K/yr

The Senior Robotics Analyst develops business requirements for Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and Robotic Desktop Automation (RDA) related projects, assuring system specifications address the ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsDesktop Automation Jobs

Desktop Automation information

See salary details

$13

$22

$32

How much do desktop automation jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for desktop automation in the United States is $22.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Desktop Automation vs RPA Developer?

AspectDesktop AutomationRPA Developer
Required CredentialsBasic scripting, automation tools knowledgeProgramming skills, RPA platform certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice, desktop-based tasksDevelopment environment, automation projects
Industry UsageBusiness process automation, IT supportEnd-to-end automation solutions, enterprise workflows

Desktop Automation involves automating repetitive tasks on individual desktops using scripting and automation tools. RPA Developers design and build complex automation workflows across multiple systems using RPA platforms. While Desktop Automation focuses on desktop-level tasks, RPA Developers handle broader enterprise automation projects. Both roles require scripting skills, but RPA Developers typically need programming expertise and platform certifications. Understanding these differences helps organizations choose the right automation talent for their needs.

More about Desktop Automation jobs
What cities are hiring for Desktop Automation jobs? Cities with the most Desktop Automation job openings:
What states have the most Desktop Automation jobs? States with the most job openings for Desktop Automation jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Desktop Automation jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Desktop Automation jobs are:
Desktop Automation jobs near you
Infographic showing various Desktop Automation job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,766 per year, or $23 per hour.
Principal End User Experience / Desktop Automation Engineer - TS/SCI w/Poly

Principal End User Experience / Desktop Automation Engineer - TS/SCI w/Poly

GDIT

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

General Dynamics Information Technology rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 207 rated it services

Job description

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

End User Experience, User Experience (UX), User Experience Management

Certifications:

CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Principal End User Experience / Desktop Automation Engineer

We are seeking a hands-on End User Experience Engineer with strong scripting and endpoint administration experience to support enterprise desktop environments. This role focuses on automation, operational analytics, and improving end-user performance through data-driven insights and tooling integration.

The ideal candidate blends desktop engineering expertise with scripting, data analysis, and Splunk-based observability to improve endpoint health, performance, and user experience.

How an Principal End User Experience / Desktop Automation Engineer will make an impact

  • Develop and maintain automation solutions usingscripting (PowerShell, SQL, SQLite, SCALE, etc) to support endpoint management and operational workflows
  • Administer and support enterprise desktop environments (Windows preferred)
  • Create and maintain SQL queries and data sets to analyze endpoint performance and user experience metrics
  • Leverage analytics frameworks to identify trends, anomalies, and improvement opportunities across the desktop environment
  • Utilize Splunk dashboards, searches, and alerts to monitor endpoint health and operational KPIs
  • Integrate desktop tooling (SCCM, 1E, Intune, Tanium, etc.) with analytics platforms for centralized visibility
  • Automate remediation actions based on data-driven thresholds and performance indicators
  • Collaborate with infrastructure, operations, and service desk teams to improve end-user experience
  • Build dashboards and reports for leadership and operational teams
  • Document automation workflows, scripts, and analytics models

What You'll Need to Succeed

  • Education:Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)
  • Experience:8+ years of related experience of endpoint engineering, desktop engineering, or end-user experience roles
  • Required Skills:
    • Strong scripting experience
    • Desktop administration / endpoint engineering experience
    • Experience queryingdata using SQL/ SQLite
    • Experience analyzing operational or performance data
    • Troubleshooting Windows endpoint issues at scale
    • Experience building automation for operational efficiency
  • Experience Requirements:
    • Strong hands-on automation and scripting background
    • Experience supporting large-scale enterprise environments
  • Preferred Skills:
    • Splunk power user experience (search, dashboards, alerts)
    • Experience working with endpoint management platforms (SCCM, Intune, 1E, Tanium, etc.)
    • Experience with endpoint analytics frameworks
    • Experience building data pipelines for operational metrics
    • Familiarity with user experience monitoring tools
    • Experience integrating multiple endpoint tools into a single analytics view
    • Knowledge of ITSM-driven automation
  • Location:Annapolis Junction, MD
  • Security Clearance:TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Citizenship:US Citizenship required
  • Certification Required: DoD 8570 IAT Level II certified

GDIT Is Your Place

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you grow your career
  • Professional development, including paid education and certifications
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools to expand your skills

#MD_2026Alumni

The likely salary range for this position is $124,093 - $149,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA MD Annapolis Junction

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

gdit.com/tc.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

What General Dynamics Information Technology employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

General Dynamics Information Technology logo

About General Dynamics Information Technology

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Its 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. The company operates across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber, and application development.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

View All General Dynamics Information Technology Jobs

Apply