Automation Engineer (Custom n8n Connector Development)
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Merwan Zattam Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $100,000 - $125,000 per year A bit about us: We are a trusted leader in debt-resolution technology, providing robust tools and secure payment solutions designed to empower individuals and streamline operations for businesses. We simplify the path to financial progress: for consumers, helping manage payments and track their journey toward financial freedom; for our clients, offering an all-in-one platform with automation and real-time insights to drive operational efficiency. With more than 15 years of industry experience, our suite of powerful products supports millions in settling debt effectively and efficiently. Our platform was built to move both consumers and businesses ahead — smarter, faster, and with confidence. We’re more than just a technology provider: we’re your partner in building resilient, scalable systems that integrate across platforms and adapt to evolving financial landscapes. We collaborate seamlessly with global teams, adhere to rigorous standards of code quality and data security, and continuously evolve through innovation and best practices. Why join us? Health insurance Vision insurance Dental insurance Life insurance 401(k) retirement plan PTO Job Details Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain a custom n8n connector (node) that integrates with internal APIs to power robust automation workflows. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with strong JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, and API integration experience who enjoys building reliable, production-grade automation tools. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the connector is performant, secure, user-friendly, and well-documented, supporting critical business workflows in a compliance-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Design and develop custom n8n connectors (nodes) using JavaScript and TypeScript, ensuring alignment with n8n’s node architecture. Build and maintain RESTful API integrations, including authentication, pagination, rate limiting, retries, and error handling. Write clean, modular, and maintainable code with strong attention to performance and reliability. Create unit and integration tests using modern testing frameworks (e.g., Playwright). Optimize API interactions using JSON manipulation, schema validation, batch operations, caching, and exponential backoff strategies. Develop clear, comprehensive documentation for connector usage, including parameters, examples, and sample workflows. Collaborate with product, engineering, and UX stakeholders to ensure intuitive connector design (e.g., conditional fields, clear parameter labels). Follow best practices for secure credential management, input validation, and dependency audits. Optionally implement webhook support and observability features such as logging and metrics. Adhere to internal information security, confidentiality, and data privacy policies at all times. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). 3 years of professional experience with JavaScript and TypeScript. 2 years of hands-on experience with Node.js (v18 preferred). Proven experience integrating and consuming RESTful APIs. Familiarity with workflow automation platforms such as n8n, Zapier, or Make. Strong understanding of asynchronous programming and modern JavaScript patterns. Experience using Git for version control and npm/yarn for package management. Comfortable writing and maintaining automated tests and debugging API interactions. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently. Preferred / Nice-to-Have Experience Prior experience building or extending custom n8n nodes. Familiarity with n8n’s internal structure (execute methods, credentials, data linking). Experience implementing webhooks for real-time integrations. Exposure to SQL and/or NoSQL databases. Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio demonstrating automation workflows or API integrations. Compensation & Work Arrangement Salary range: $100,000 – $125,000 (depending on experience) Full-time, benefits-eligible position Hybrid work environment (2 days per week onsite) or remote options available Location: Schaumburg, IL or remote (within the U.S.) Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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