Engineer, Automation Acceleration

The Engineer, Automation Acceleration plays a critical role in transforming Human Resources operations by designing, building, and implementing automation solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of HR and technology, contributing to enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives while improving employee and manager experiences through streamlined processes. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design, develop, configure, and deploy automation solutions that improve HR efficiency, accuracy, and scalability 

• Translate business requirements into technical automation designs, workflows, integrations, and system configurations 

• Build and maintain automation solutions using approved automation and workflow technologies 

• Develop, test, and support integrations between HR platforms, workflow tools, and enterprise systems 

• Perform solution testing, troubleshooting, deployment, and production support activities 

• Monitor automation performance and proactively identify opportunities for enhancement and optimization 

• Ensure automation solutions comply with security, governance, and data privacy requirements 

• Create and maintain technical documentation, support materials, and deployment standards 

• Partner with business stakeholders, product owners, and technology teams to deliver automation initiatives 

• Support the development of next-generation automation capabilities leveraging AI, workflow orchestration, and digital technologies 

Qualifications 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Human Resources, or related field required 

• Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s or MBA) preferred 

Experience and Skills: 

Required: 

• 2-4 years experience in automation engineering, process improvement, HR systems, or related technical fields (the job catalog indicates entry-level professional roles typically require limited experience) 

• Good Basic understanding of automation technologies (e.g., RPA, workflow tools, scripting) 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail 

• Ability to translate business requirements into technical or process solutions 

• Experience working with automation tools such as Power Automate, Power Apps, ServiceNow, UiPath, Automation Anywhere, or similar platforms 

• Exposure to API integrations, system interfaces, data flows, and workflow orchestration 

• Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and technical communication skills 

Preferred: 

• Knowledge of scripting or programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, PowerFX, or similar technologies 

• Experience supporting HR systems, HR shared services, or digital transformation initiatives 

• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma 

• Exposure to AI, intelligent automation, or digital employee experience solutions 

Other: 

• Language: Proficiency in English required 

• Travel: Minimal travel may be required 

• Certifications: Automation (e.g., RPA), process improvement, or related technical certifications preferred 

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com. 

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. 

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