Remote Python Automation Engineer Jobs in Leesburg, VA

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to analyze business processes, identify automation opportunities, and design efficient and scalable automation workflows.
• Design, develop, test, and deploy end-to-end automation solutions using the UiPath platform, including UiPath Studio, Orchestrator, and Robots.
• Develop reusable components, libraries, and frameworks to accelerate the development of future automation projects in accordance with DoW directives.
• Integrate UiPath with other government systems using APIs, web services, and database connections while adhering to strict security protocols.
• Create and execute test plans, and debug automation solutions to ensure they are reliable and free of errors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all automation solutions, including process design documents, solution design documents, and system security plans.
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for deployed automation, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements as needed.
• Contribute to the development and enforcement of RPA governance, ensuring all automation solutions comply with DoW policies, coding standards, and deployment procedures.
• Oversee complete application lifecycle management (ALM) for automation solutions, from initial requests and requirements gathering through development, testing, deployment, and eventual retirement.
• Adhere to the change control process for all production automations, ensuring that any updates or modifications are properly tested, documented, and approved before deployment.
• Implement in accordance with RPA best practices, DoW development standards, and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to ensure the quality and scalability of automation solutions. 
• Work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with business analysts, project managers, and other developers to deliver successful automation projects.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience 
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• 5+ years of experience within Automation Engineering 
• Active Secret security clearance is required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain DoD IAT 2 certification (Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP)
• Proven hands-on experience with the UiPath platform, including UiPath Studio, Orchestrator, and REFramework.
• Strong programming and scripting skills in languages such as VB.NET, C#, or Python.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand complex business processes and design effective automation solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) within a government or defense context.

Preferred Qualifications 

• UiPath Certified Professional (UCP), UiPath Automation Developer Professional, UiPath Advanced RPA Developer (UiARD), or similar certification is highly desirable. 
• Experience working with DoD or other federal government systems and understanding of the associated security and compliance requirements preferred.

Why ASRC? 

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation, we are inspired by the Iñupiat culture. We embrace stewardship and the idea of using every resource effectively; teamwork when striving to achieve goals and building a collaborative environment; integrity in adhering to high moral principles and professional standards; respect in welcoming and regarding the differing opinions, experiences, rights and traditions of others; accountability in that we meet our commitments and take responsibility for our results; and continuous improvement, always striving to make things better, raising the bar and staying humble.

Advantages of Working at ASRC Federal:

• Purpose-Driven Careers: Join a company recognized as a:
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Military Times’ Best for Vets Employer
• Military.com’s Top 25 Veteran Employer

• Comprehensive Benefits:

• Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive plans for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term/long-term disability
• Paid Leave: Inclusive policies for bereavement, military obligations, and parental needs, along with 11 paid holidays annually
• Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting to help secure your financial future
• Incentives: Employee referral bonuses to reward you for helping grow the ASRC Federal Family

• Learning and Development:
  • After 90 days of employment, regular full-time employees are eligible for our professional development program. This includes annual funding for:
  • Pursuing Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Graduate Degrees
  • Obtaining industry-standard professional certifications
  • Participating in professional certificate programs
  • Covering registration fees for professional conferences

Centers of Excellence: We established the Centers of Excellence to build, leverage and grow our technological capabilities, best practices and offer professional development for our technical teams.  They contain many Communities of Practice which are forums that offer a platform to share ideas, best practices, innovations, and to collaborate with technical peers.

Embark on a career with ASRC Federal, where your growth, purpose, and well-being are at the forefront of what we do!

Data Management: Applications will be reviewed in intervals. The first 15 candidates will be considered, followed by subsequent groups of 15.