Application/UiPath Developer

About the Role

The U.S. Coast Guard's digital transformation strategy and Force Design 2028 priorities are ambitious, aiming to modernize operations and enhance efficiency. As a UiPath Developer, you will contribute to the evaluation of automation opportunities, development of pilot projects, refinement of backlogs, and implementation of RPA solutions. Your work will have a direct impact on the Coast Guard's ability to adapt to changing operational needs and improve its services.

Your day-to-day activities will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas where automation can bring significant value. You will design and develop automation solutions using UiPath, ensuring they are integrated with existing systems, databases, and applications. Collaboration with cybersecurity stakeholders is essential to ensure all solutions comply with the required security standards.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain UiPath automations, workflows, bots, and reusable automation components.
• Support automation pilots, technical demonstrations, minimum viable products, and production-ready RPA solutions.
• Translate mission owner, operator, and customer requirements into automation use cases, technical designs, and implementation plans.
• Support business process reengineering, process mapping, value stream mapping, and automation feasibility assessments.
• Develop and maintain automation documentation, including process design documents, solution design documents, test plans, deployment documentation, and operational support materials.
• Participate in automation intake, backlog grooming, prioritization, release planning, and configuration control activities.
• Support the development of repeatable automation development pathways, standards, frameworks, and best practices aligned with CG-TECH-TRT objectives.
• Integrate UiPath solutions with enterprise systems, data sources, APIs, databases, ServiceNow, Microsoft Power Platform, and other approved tools as required.
• Support debugging, version control, testing, evaluation, and performance optimization of automation solutions.
• Identify, track, and report automation performance metrics, including time savings, error reduction, adoption, throughput, and operational impact.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in software development, workflow automation, RPA, systems integration, or related technical roles.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience developing automation solutions using UiPath.
• Experience with UiPath Studio, UiPath Orchestrator, attended and unattended bots, queues, assets, triggers, logging, and exception handling.
• Experience developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining RPA solutions in enterprise or federal environments.
• Experience supporting automation opportunity assessments, process discovery, process mapping, and requirements analysis.
• Experience integrating automation solutions with applications, databases, APIs, spreadsheets, web applications, and enterprise systems.

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud-based automation solutions and their integration with on-premise systems.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and compliance requirements in federal environments.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems like Git.
• Certification in UiPath or related automation technologies.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects that contribute to the U.S. Coast Guard's digital transformation.
• Flexible and remote work arrangements, allowing for a better work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and certifications in UiPath and other automation technologies.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools in the automation and software development space.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of experienced professionals.
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance and contributions to the team's success.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, allowing for rest and relaxation.

• Ensure you have a strong foundation in UiPath Studio, Orchestrator, and automation development principles before applying.
• Highlight any experience with federal or enterprise automation projects, especially those involving the U.S. Coast Guard or similar agencies.
• Prepare to discuss specific automation solutions you've developed and how they improved operational efficiency.
• Review the U.S. Coast Guard's digital transformation strategy and be ready to discuss how your skills align with their objectives.
• Be prepared to provide examples of your experience with process mapping, value stream mapping, and automation feasibility assessments.
• Consider obtaining or highlighting any relevant certifications in UiPath or automation to stand out as a candidate.
• When discussing your experience, focus on the impact of your automation solutions, such as time savings, error reduction, and adoption rates.