Intelligent Automation Developer - Active TS/SCI Clearance with Security Clearance

Description
Location: On-site in Reston, VA, with occasional/ad hoc support at National Harbor, MD
Clearance: Active TS/SCI Required
Employment Type: Full-time / Direct Hire
Salary: $180,000–$210,000/yr. Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Intelligent Automation Developer to support automation initiatives within a classified Intelligence Community environment. This role focuses on designing, developing, deploying, and maintaining robotic process automation (RPA) and AI-enabled automation solutions that streamline mission-critical workflows and improve operational efficiency. While strong UiPath experience is preferred, candidates with broader automation engineering experience using similar RPA platforms and emerging AI automation toolsets are also encouraged to apply. The environment is expected to evolve rapidly into leveraging AI-driven technologies and cloud-based intelligent automation capabilities, including platforms such as AWS Bedrock and related AI services. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience building and supporting unattended automations in production environments, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to rapidly evolving automation and AI technologies. This role requires close collaboration with technical teams, stakeholders, and operations personnel to deliver scalable automation solutions across secure environments. Responsibilities Automation Development & Deployment Design, develop, test, and deploy UiPath and intelligent automation solutions supporting Intelligence Community business processes
Build attended and unattended automations using UiPath Studio, REFramework, and related automation technologies
Translate Process Design Documents (PDDs) into scalable, reliable automation workflows
Develop automation and AI-assisted solutions that reduce manual workload and improve operational efficiency
Support expansion into AI-enabled workflows, orchestration, and intelligent process automation capabilities
AI & Emerging Technology Integration Support integration of AI-driven services and automation platforms, including technologies such as AWS Bedrock and related AI toolsets
Evaluate and implement intelligent automation capabilities including document processing, workflow augmentation, and data extraction
Assist in identifying opportunities to incorporate AI into operational workflows and automation strategies
Systems Integration & Technical Support Integrate automation solutions with enterprise and legacy systems including SharePoint, ServiceNow, APIs, mainframes, and classified web applications
Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain bots and automation services within UiPath Orchestrator and related platforms
Diagnose automation failures, optimize performance, and implement enhancements
Support automation operations across classified environments
Documentation & Collaboration Develop and maintain technical documentation including solution designs, architecture diagrams, operational runbooks, and AI workflow documentation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum environments to support sprint planning and delivery schedules
Contribute to continuous improvement of automation processes, AI integration practices, and development standards
Process & Quality Support Ensure automation solutions align with operational requirements and security standards
Maintain organized documentation and reusable automation components
Support quality assurance efforts through testing, validation, and peer reviews
Format documentation and workflows to improve readability, maintainability, and scalability
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications Active TS/SCI clearance required
3+ years of hands-on experience with UiPath, intelligent automation platforms, or similar RPA/AI automation technologies
Experience designing, deploying, and maintaining unattended automations in production environments
Experience with alternative automation platforms or AI-enabled workflow tools strongly considered
Experience with VB.Net, C#, or Python for scripting and automation development
Working knowledge of SQL for automation-related data manipulation
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to independently diagnose and resolve automation issues
Ability to create clear and organized technical documentation
Experience working within Agile/Scrum development environments
Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
Ability to work on-site in Reston, VA, with occasional/ad hoc support at National Harbor, MD.
Preferred Qualifications UiPath Advanced RPA Developer Certification (UiARD)
Experience with UiPath Studio, Orchestrator, and REFramework
Exposure to AI integration, intelligent document processing, workflow orchestration, or generative AI technologies
Experience with UiPath AI Center, Document Understanding, or Process Mining
Experience with AWS Bedrock or other AI/LLM platforms
Python experience for data processing, AI integration, and automation support tasks
Prior experience supporting the Department of War (DOW) or Intelligence Community environments
Familiarity with NIST 800-53 security standards and automation compliance considerations
Experience integrating RESTful APIs into automation workflows
Experience supporting intelligent automation or AI transformation initiatives
Benefits
Salary $180,000–$210,000 based on experience On-site in Reston, VA, with occasional/ad hoc support at National Harbor, MD Benefits Medical, dental, and vision (UnitedHealthcare; strong employer contribution) HSA (tax-advantaged healthcare savings) Employer-paid life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability 401(k) with up to 4% match (immediate vesting after eligibility) Optional supplemental insurance plans Benefits eligible shortly after hire Culture Our client operates on a foundation of clear thinking, strong character, and disciplined execution, driving consistent outcomes with speed and agility in complex environments. Rational thinking and continuous learning guide decision-making Accountability and integrity build trust across teams Candor and transparency accelerate performance Servant leadership elevates team success