Automation Engineer (JavaScript)

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The Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and improving automation solutions and internal web applications that help optimize engineering and operational workflows. The role combines frontend development, backend automation, and cloud technologies to create scalable and maintainable solutions that reduce manual effort and improve efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain internal automation tools and web applications.
• Build and enhance React-based frontend applications used by engineering and operations teams.
• Collaborate with backend developers and integrations.
• Work with cloud-based environments and services across Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud platforms.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices.
• Maintain source control and collaborative workflows using Git.
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and optimization of automation solutions.
• Document technical solutions, workflows, and development processes.
• Collaborate effectively within an agile engineering team.

To thrive in this role, you need to have:

• Strong knowledge of JavaScript / TypeScript and modern frontend development principles.
• Hands-on experience with React and building web-based applications.
• Good knowledge of Python for automation, and backend integrations is an advantage.
• Understanding of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Experience working with Git-based development workflows.
• Experience with Docker and containerized application environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Academic qualifications and certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in software engineering, automation, or related technical roles.
• Experience with Kubernetes is considered an advantage.

Important Notes About the Role:

• This role is primarily focused on frontend and UI development.
• The position is not focused on traditional IT support or infrastructure operations.
• The team is currently strengthening its frontend engineering capabilities within automation projects.
• Hybrid working model - candidates are expected to reside in Prague and work from the office a minimum of once per week (at least every Monday)

What we offer:

• 5 weeks of vacation
• 3 Sick Days per year
• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid working model
• Notebook and mobile phone according to company standards
• Benefits Cafeteria / Premium healthcare / Multisport card
• Professional development and certification support
• Free refreshments in the office
• Compensation of salary for temporary incapacity to work beyond the statutory wage compensation in the amount of the fixed basic salary for temporary absence to 21 days per year
• Contribution to the pension insurance or Long term investment product in the amount of CZK 1 000 monthly

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