Senior UiPath Engineer

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Company Description

We Dream. We Do. We Deliver.

At Merkle, a dentsu company, we power the experience economy. Whetherwe’rebuilding the next greatapp, running CRM at scale for global brands, delivering technology architectures that support millions ofusers, or providing world-class data, identity, and insights solutions,it’sall in the name of craftingexperiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed bydentsu'slegacy of innovation andcreativity originating in Japan,we’vespent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty, drive growth, andconnect meaningfully with their audiences.

We’vebeen named a global “Leader” by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digitaltransformation and commerce, experience design,engineeringand technology integration, digitalmarketing, data science,CRM andloyalty, and customer data management.

Why choose Merkle?

Innovation at Our Core: As part ofdentsu’sglobal network, Merkle pushes the boundaries of customerexperience, integrating creativity, technology, and data to drive real-world impact. For over 35 years,we’vebeen innovating to meet the changing needs of our clients.

Global Reach with Local Expertise: With over16,000 employeesacross 30+ countries, and part of a70,000employees’network at dentsu, Merkle blends global insights with a deep understanding of localmarkets to deliver personalized, effective solutions.Collaborative Culture: At Merkle, your ideas and contributions truly matter. You’ll join a team that fosters innovation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. Together, we work on impactful international projects, making meaningful connections every step of the way.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

1. Design and Implementation:

• Build end-to-end automations covering Orchestration, Exception handling, Monitoring and logging and Security and compliance considerations
• Ensure high-quality, reusable, and performant automation code
• Support solution architects by translating architectural designs into executable automation frameworks
• Contribute to technical decisions regarding tools, components, and integration approaches
• Review code and automation workflows to ensure compliance with best practices and standards
• Coach and mentor junior and confirmed automation engineers
• Support onboarding and upskilling of team members on UiPath and automation patterns

2. Collaboration & Alignment:

• Collaborate closely with Business Automation Architects, Consultants and Business Analysts, DevOps and IT teams
• Participate in technical discussions with clients when required (within engineering scope)
• Support estimation, technical feasibility assessments, and delivery planning

Requirements:

• Deep hands-on expertise with UiPath (Studio, Maestro, Robots, APIs, Agents).
• Strong programming skills in languages such as, C# / .Net and Python.
• Proficiency in automation tools and frameworks, including BPM, RPA, APIs and AI technology stacks.
• Solid experience with RPA frameworks, reusable components, and enterprise automation patterns.
• Experience integrating automations with APIs (REST/SOAP), Databases and Enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM)
• Knowledge of AI-powered automations, including Document Understanding, AI Center / ML skills, Intelligent extraction & decision automation
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure preferred; AWS acceptable).
• Understanding of secure, scalable software architectures and automation lifecycle management.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving:
• Strong ability to assess processes and identify automation feasibility and technical risks.
• Capability to design robust, maintainable, and performant automation solutions.
• Skilled at troubleshooting complex automation issues across environments.
• Experience working in Agile delivery models (Scrum / Kanban).
• Familiarity with CI/CD concepts for RPA and Version control and release management.
• Awareness of delivery governance, quality gates, and documentation standards.
• Understanding efficiency concepts, KPIs, and operational automation metrics.

*Work visa sponsorship is not available. For local documentation (NIF, NISS), please consult Portuguese authorities.

Additional Information

Benefits andperks:

25 vacation days

Enjoy 2additionalvolunteering days to support your passion project

Mental Health: Benefit from 3 extra wellness days on top of your vacation days and a Mental HealthFirst Aider and EmployeeAssisstanceprogram to support your well-being

Health insurance (also possible for family members)

Cutting Edge Technology & Latest IT tools

Software-house environment

Agile and Flexible working hours

Hybridworking:we combine flexibility with in-person collaboration, with an expectation of 1 day per week/ 4 days per month in the office

Digital nomad policy

Focus on career development

Full access to Dentsu Academy, our global online learning platform

Beers, foosball, and ping-pong! #workhardplayhard

Free breakfast every secondWednesdayof the month

Employee discounts

Team & Company events

Referral bonus program

*At dentsu, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: "To be at the forefront of people-centered transformations that shape society."

We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role-specific requirements, ensuring a workplacefreefrom discrimination and harassment.

#LI-Hybrid #LI-MERKLE

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