Automation Specialist
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Job Description
Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek -- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.
We are seeking a highly motivated Finance business process Automation Specialist to spearhead the development and implementation of automation solutions using Blue Prism (Incl. Decipher), or other RPA technologies (Power Automate Desktop). The ideal candidate shall have a strong blend of finance domain knowledge and technical proficiency in enterprise automations tools – VBA, SQL, Python scripts, Power Apps etc.
Key responsibilities
• Design & implement automation solutions using Blue Prism RPA, Power Automate and Decipher (IDP).
• Leverage or develop efficient solutions with a focus on scalability and reusability based on Robotic Process Automation (RPA) technologies.
• Gather business requirements and design future automation solutions.
• Develop detailed, structured, transparent, and complete deliverables (e.g. automation documentation, user manuals & instructions etc.)
• Support UATs execution and solution deployment in multiple environments.
• Support Operations after go-live, monitoring and measuring the solution effectiveness.
• Revise and improve codes of existing solutions based on feedback from Support teams and business - performing code optimization and identifying potential issues and defects and fixing the same.
• Setup an environment (software installation, installation of related technologies)
• Work with structured project plans, communicate any identified project risks and issues to the delivery manager accordingly and provide inputs to the change control process.
Technical Proficiency
• Strong expertise in Blue Prism RPA & Decipher (preferred), Power Automate (Desktop) or any other RPA technology.
• Goods hands-on with integrating 3rd party applications via API’s – SharePoint, SAP, enterprise Apps, Azure cloud, MS Outlook etc.
• Strong hands-on with VBA, MySQL, Python Scripts, MS PowerApps.
• Good to have – Agentic workflows via MS CoPilot/Logic Apps or Azure cognitive services.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and technical writing skills, coupled with a strong interest in further developing and integrating business with new-age technology skills.
• Strong team player and self-starter attitude, with the ability to collaborate with clients, business consultants and project managers.
Responsible for the analysis and evaluation of user business problems and the development of system or process recommendations to meet requirements, which includes defining problems, evaluating requirements, and implementing systems/processes.
May also participate in business systems planning to define or upgrade business applications or functional solutions.
This role may involve a significant amount of project management. Project management responsibilities include managing internal non-technical business projects from initiation through completion.
Ensures effective communication across teams/functions. Leads project planning, resourcing, staffing, progress reporting, issue resolution and delivery of results.
Keeps management informed of progress, key issues and changes which may impact the business.
Requires people and resource management through others and may include leading third-party resources.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s Degree or equivalent
- Preferred Certification in RPA certification (Blue Prism, UiPath, etc), PowerApps.
- At least 5+ years relevant experience for entry into this level.
- Good to have basic level proficiency on SAP business processes.
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule.Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.