AI and Automation Developer
AI Automations and Integrations Developer
STATUS: Full-time, Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Information Technology
LOCATION: Grand Rapids
REPORTS TO: Director of Custom Applications and Web Development
SALARY: $85,000
SUMMARY: The AI Automations and Integrations Developer's primary role is to design, develop, and implement innovative automation solutions to streamline business processes and enhance operational efficiency across the University. This position will leverage scripting languages, APIs, and cloud-based AI services to create robust integrations between disparate systems. This can include, but is not limited to, Python, Javascript, TypeScript, React, and low-code/no-code platforms. These responsibilities are performed in an ethical manner consistent with the University's mission, vision, and cultural values.
You Will Love this Job If You:
• Enjoy solving complex business problems with creative automation and AI-powered solutions.
• Like working with stakeholders to understand their needs and architect scalable integrations.
• Thrive on connecting different systems and working with APIs from various sources.
• Want the opportunity to contribute to the future technical direction of the department.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Design, develop, and maintain a portfolio of automation workflows and AI-powered applications.
• Build and support custom integrations using scripting languages such as Python, Javascript and TypeScript.
• Utilize low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Zapier, n8n) to rapidly deploy and manage workflows.
• Consume and produce RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless data exchange between enterprise systems, including cloud and on-premise applications.
• Author SQL queries and scripts to retrieve, manipulate, and store data needed for AI and automation processes.
• Assist in deploying, monitoring, and maintaining applications in a Linux environment, applying basic DevOps principles.
• Work closely with end-users and department leaders to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.
• Define, develop, and implement scalable architectures for automation and integration solutions.
• Document all solutions, integrations, and processes in a clear and consistent manner.
• Provide training and support for developed solutions to ensure successful adoption.
• Track recurring system issues and recommend/implement permanent solutions.
• Serve on appropriate ITS teams and committees.
• Demonstrate and promote the University Cultural Values.
• Provides GREAT customer service, anticipating and exceeding the needs of our customers.
• Understand and abide by all external and internal regulations and policies. This includes NCAA, GLIAC and national affiliations associated within athletics or other role specific regulations.
• Demonstrate and promote the University Cultural Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree and two plus years of experience in automation development, systems integration, or a related field preferred.
• One year minimum experience leveraging Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) to create business automations required.
• Proficiency in a scripting language such as Python or TypeScript is required. Experience with React is a plus.
• Strong understanding of APIs, how RESTful APIs work, and demonstrated hands-on experience making API calls.
• Proficiency with common data interchange formats, particularly JSON and XML.
• Experience with low-code/no-code integration platforms (e.g., Zapier, n8n, or similar tools) is highly desired.
• Foundational knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Basic understanding of a major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a significant plus.
• Some experience with the Linux command line and deploying applications is preferred.
• Experience with Salesforce is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, develop goals, and meet deadlines successfully.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment, spirit of cooperation, and positive reactions to change and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated motivational and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the university.
• Must be able to provide exceptional customer service at all times.
• Business office environment. Prolonged sitting and standing. Use of personal computer and telephone (eye and hand strain).
• Occasional travel between locations required (own transportation). No regular lifting requirements, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Updated 9/26/2025
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