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Document Automation Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Nightwing

Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

... • Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories • Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments • Optimize automation performance and efficiency • ...

NewGen

Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories * Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments * Optimize automation performance and efficiency * Collaborate with ...

BCMC

Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

Nightwing

Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$99K - $206K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

Nightwing

Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$99K - $206K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

BCMC

Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

Nwis

Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA

$99K - $206K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

Node.Digital

AWS Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

Nightwing

Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$77K - $163K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

BCMC

Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

Nwis

Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$77K - $163K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories -Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments -Optimize automation performance and efficiency -Collaborate with ...

Node.Digital

AWS Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

Node.Digital

AWS Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

Node.Digital

AWS Data Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Document automation solutions and maintain code repositories - Support scaling automation from pilot to production environments - Optimize automation performance and efficiency - Collaborate with ...

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How much do document automation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for document automation in Virginia is $120,809.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,100.00 and $135,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a document automation?

A Document Automation job involves designing, implementing, and maintaining systems that streamline the creation, management, and processing of documents using technology. Professionals in this role use tools like templates, scripts, and software to automate repetitive document-related tasks, improving efficiency and reducing errors. This role is common in industries such as legal, finance, healthcare, and business operations where accurate and efficient document processing is essential. Skills required often include programming, workflow optimization, and familiarity with automation tools.

What does a document automation do?

In a Document Automation position, you will typically be tasked with analyzing existing document processes, designing and deploying automation workflows, and troubleshooting any issues that arise with automated systems. Your day may involve collaborating with cross-functional teams such as IT, operations, and end-users to gather requirements and ensure seamless integration of automation solutions. Additionally, you'll often be responsible for maintaining documentation, providing user training, and monitoring the effectiveness of existing automations. This variety ensures that each day brings new challenges and learning opportunities, making it an engaging and impactful role for professionals who enjoy optimizing workflows and driving process improvements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in document automation, and why are they important?

To excel in Document Automation, you need a solid grasp of process analysis, document management, and basic programming or scripting, often supported by a degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with automation tools such as Microsoft Power Automate, UiPath, Kofax, and advanced use of document management platforms is highly valued, and industry certifications in automation or workflow management can be advantageous. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are essential soft skills for this position. These qualifications ensure that processes are automated accurately, efficiently, and collaboratively, yielding measurable improvements in organizational productivity.

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Infographic showing various Document Automation job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,809 per year, or $58.1 per hour.

Document Automation Specialist (EMS)

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Norfolk, VA

$74K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 6 days ago

U.S. Department Of Defense rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 538 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 49 rated military and defense

Job description

See below for important information regarding this job.
Jacksonville, FL: $74,678 - 97,087
Norfolk, VA: %75,788 - $98,530Qualifications:To qualify for a Document Automation Specialist (EMS), your resume and supporting documentation must support:
A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-11 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:
  • Executing administrative duties in Accounts Receivable (AR) management, Accounts Payable (AP) management, contract administration, procurement submissions, or customer service support.
  • Managing customer accounts, resolving customer issues, and negotiating mutually acceptable solutions between customers and organization.
  • Performing contract administration for the acquisition, maintenance, training, distribution, property disposition and logistics processes of vendor equipment.
-OR-
B. Education Substitution: Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Education must be from a college or university accredited by an organization approved by the U.S. Department of Education. See http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx. If using education to meet basic qualifications, YOU MUST SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT as supplemental documentation. To qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you must possess:
  • a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related.
-OR-
C. Combination: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for grade levels GS-11 and may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grade GS-11
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education:

Are you using your education to qualify? You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application.

GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours that your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

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