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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

$82.50K - $109.20K/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 ...

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How much do desktop automation jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 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.

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For roles involving desktop automation with AI, salaries typically depend on experience, location, and skill level. Entry-level positions may start around $60,000 annually, while experienced professionals can earn over $100,000. Skills in scripting, programming, and familiarity with automation tools can influence compensation.

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.

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Desktop Automation Engineer

Omni Inclusive

Oakland, CA • On-site

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Desktop Automation Engineer

Desktop Automation Engineer with strong expertise in Java, Selenium, Python (for desktop application automation), and modern CI/CD practices. The candidate will be responsible for automating desktop and web-based applications, improving test automation frameworks, and integrating automation pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions. Key Responsibilities include designing and developing automation solutions for desktop and web applications, building and maintaining test automation frameworks using Java, Selenium, and Karate, developing desktop automation scripts using Python, creating and managing build and dependency workflows using Maven, implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, collaborating with QA, DevOps, and development teams to integrate automation into delivery pipelines, identifying and automating repetitive manual processes to improve efficiency, troubleshooting, debugging, and optimizing automation scripts and frameworks, maintaining version-controlled automation code using GitHub, and creating documentation and standardizing automation practices. Required Skills include strong experience in Python for desktop automation (e.g., PyAutoGUI, Pywinauto, or similar), strong proficiency in Java programming, hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver for web automation, experience in Karate framework for API and automation testing, experience with Maven for build management, knowledge of CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, solid understanding of automation frameworks and design patterns, experience working with Git/GitHub for version control, and ability to work in Windows-based desktop environments. Good to have skills include knowledge of API testing and integration automation, experience with BDD (Behavior-Driven Development) frameworks, exposure to test reporting tools and dashboards, familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies, and experience with cross-platform automation. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of relevant experience in automation engineering. Soft skills include strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and teamwork abilities, ability to adapt to new tools and technologies quickly, attention to detail, and quality focus.

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