Cape Town: Automation Engineer posted by Dina Gates Recruitment

We are seeking a highly skilled UiPath RPA Engineer with strong end-to-end automation experience and proven ability to design, build, and deploy enterprise-level robotic solutions. The ideal candidate will bring a deep passion for problem-solving, a dedication to improving user experiences, and hands-on expertise developing intelligent automations across finance, insurance, and supply-chain environments.

You will play a key role in expanding the automation ecosystem, drive innovation and ensuring delivery excellent.

SCOPE OF WORK

RPA Design, Development & Deployment

• Create solution documentation, process maps, and technical specifications
• Design, build, test, and implement UiPath-based automation workflows aligned to business and technical requirements
• Develop scalable, reusable automation components that support enterprise RPA standards

Automation Strategy & Optimization

• Analyse business processes end-to-end to identify automation opportunities and deliver measurable value
• Apply robotics best practices, clean coding principles, and strong documentation standards
• Recommend optimization strategies supported by robotics, AI, and intelligent document processing

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Participate in sprint planning, Agile ceremonies, and cross-functional solution design sessions
• Work closely with business SMEs, process owners, and IT teams to translate needs into automation solutions

Quality Assurance & Governance

• Conduct code reviews, peer reviews, and solution validations to ensure compliance with RPA Centre of Excellence standards
• Troubleshoot, support, and enhance existing automations to ensure ongoing performance and stability
• Uphold security, compliance, and quality standards throughout the automation lifecycle

Leadership & Knowledge Sharing

• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance within the automation team

Contribute to AI and RPA research and development initiatives

• Support training programs, knowledge sharing, and the continuous improvement of automation methodologies

TECHNICAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 3+ Years RPA experience UiPath preferred
• RPA Platforms: UiPath (Advanced RPA Developer Certified), Microsoft Power Automate
• Languages: C#, Java
• Databases: MySQL
• AI & Intelligent Automation
• Project & Agile Tools: JIRA, MS Office Suite
• Business Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Software Project Management
• WordPress Development
• Team Leadership
• Training and Mentorship

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• B Sc Computer Science & Business or related degree
• UiPath Advanced and/or RPA Developer Certifications

SOFT SKILLS

• Committed to delivering excellence
• Continuous learning
• Passionate problem-solver driven to improve and automate processes for users
• Strong communicator with natural mentorship abilities
• Thrives in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments