Senior Automation Developer - Java/Python
First seen by Alion on Oct 19, 2026.
We are looking for an experienced Automation Developer to join the Tech Controls team.
The role involves automating manual control activities, developing and maintaining control-testing scripts, and enhancing the existing Co-pilot Controls Agent.
The ideal candidate should have strong Java and/or Python development skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and experience designing and implementing automation solutions.
Key Responsibilities :
- Automate manual control activities and repetitive operational processes.
- Design, develop, test, and maintain automation scripts using Java and/or Python.
- Develop and enhance control-testing scripts to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reliability.
- Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the existing Co-pilot Controls Agent.
- Analyze business and technical requirements and translate them into effective automation solutions.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and proactively recommend innovative solutions.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues and perform root-cause analysis.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, business teams, and technical teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
- Participate in technical discussions, solution design, code reviews, and implementation activities.
- Communicate effectively with UK-based stakeholders and provide updates on progress, risks, and solutions.
Mandatory Skills :
- 8+ years of experience in software development, automation, and scripting.
- Strong hands-on programming experience in Java and/or Python.
- Experience developing automation frameworks, scripts, and reusable components.
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
- Ability to design, implement, and maintain scalable automation solutions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Proactive approach with the ability to work independently and drive solutions.
- Experience collaborating with international stakeholders and distributed teams.
Skills
IT Automation, Scripting, Java, Python, Solution Design, Solution Implementation