Software Engineer 2- Automation

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team

As an Automation Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain automated solutions to streamline business processes across Duquesne Light Company (DLC). Leveraging RPA and Power Automate, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful automation projects that enhance operational efficiency and user satisfaction.

You will work proactively with business subject matter experts and IT stakeholders to identify automation opportunities, define requirements (user stories), and deliver robust, scalable solutions. Your work will directly contribute to DLC's transformation and operational excellence.

Location: Hybrid -
downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to scope, design, develop, deploy, test, and monitor RPA and Power Automate solutions
• Define and communicate business value for automation initiatives
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and clarify requirements
• Work closely with other developers and business analysts to ensure feasibility and alignment of automation solutions
• Design solutions leveraging best practices, including Robotic Enterprise Framework and queues, Software Development best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in deployed bots or automated flows
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of automation standards and practices
• Provide after-hours support during critical release cycles (e.g., hyper care after initial production deployment)
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for all developed automations
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in automation
• Ensure knowledge transfer and support for automation solutions

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
• Storm role duties as assigned

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience (e.g., Associate's degree with 4+ years relevant experience)
• 2+ years of relevant software development experience
• Hands-on experience with UiPath and Microsoft Power Automate

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with programming languages such as Python, .NET, or JavaScript is a plus
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) is preferred

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to define, document, and optimize business processes for automation
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
• Adaptability and customer focus
• Experience with Agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines

Storm Roles

All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

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