Data Automation Solution Expert - Onsite (Riyadh) - Octopus - Immediate hire
Job Overview
About Octopus by RTG
Octopus by RTG is the tech hiring and outsourcing arm of Robusta Technology Group, dedicated to connecting exceptional tech talent with top-tier organizations across the MENA, GCC, Europe, the US, and Canada. We specialize in building strong, long-term partnerships between skilled professionals and innovative companies. Our mission is to empower growth, innovation, and excellence by matching the right talent with the right opportunities.
Currently, we are hiring a Data Automation Solution Expert for one of our partner organizations in KSA on a 1-year contract, offering the opportunity to contribute to exciting projects within a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.
Main Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of the enterprise-wide Data Automation Solution (DAS) roadmap and strategy.
- Identify, analyze, and document business processes suitable for automation using process mining and assessment tools.
- Define automation architecture, governance models, and technical standards for scalable and secure solutions.
- Oversee the development of DAS bots, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
- Integrate automation solutions with enterprise systems such as CRM, ERP, finance, and core insurance platforms.
- Design API-based integrations and orchestration layers for seamless workflow automation.
- Ensure compliance with Saudi data regulations (PDPL, NDMO) in all automated processes.
- Implement security controls, audit trails, and data protection measures in automation workflows.
- Establish automation testing frameworks, QA processes, and exception-handling procedures.
- Create reusable automation components, libraries, and monitoring dashboards.
- Collaborate with the Data Science team to integrate AI/ML models (OCR, NLP, predictive analytics) into automation.
- Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to DAS developers and business analysts.
- Document detailed solution architecture, technical designs, and operational procedures.
- Support the establishment of an Automation Center of Excellence (CoE) and drive continuous innovation.
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (required).
- Master’s degree in Business Process Management, IT, or Automation Engineering (preferred).
- Relevant professional certifications such as:
- UiPath Certified Professional
- Automation Anywhere Certified
- Blue Prism Developer
- Microsoft Power Automate Developer
Experience & Knowledge:
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in data solutions design, architecture, automation, and delivery.
- Expertise in leading data automation platforms (e.g., Airflow, Google Dataflow, NiFi, UiPath, Blue Prism, Power Automate).
- Strong understanding of enterprise system integration, APIs, and web services.
- Proven experience in process analysis, optimization, and re-engineering.
- Knowledge of automation governance, control frameworks, and CoE establishment.
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, and JavaScript.
- Experience with cloud-native deployments (GCP, Azure, AWS).
- Understanding of containerization, microservices, and DevOps CI/CD practices.
- Familiarity with Intelligent Automation (IA) integrating AI/ML, OCR, ICR, and document processing technologies.
- Experience in insurance or financial data services is a strong plus.
- Strong technical documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex implementations, and mentor junior developers.