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title: 'Automation Engineer at CannonDesign'
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# Automation Engineer at CannonDesign

- **Company:** CannonDesign
- **Location:** United States
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-10-01
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-18
- **Apply:** http://www.cannondesign.com/careers/?gh_jid=8860775002

## Job description

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. This position may be filled anywhere in the United States.

## ABOUT THE ROLE

The Automation Engineer designs, develops, and supports automation solutions that improve Technology operations and reduce manual work. Responsibilities include building integrations, maintaining production automations, troubleshooting issues, and supporting Technology projects and acquisitions. The Automation Engineer works with Technology teams to identify automation opportunities, improve processes, maintain documentation and governance standards, and optimize existing solutions. This position emphasizes continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and the adoption of scalable automation technologies

## HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

- Automation Development & Engineering
- Design, develop, test, implement, and deploy automation solutions and API-based integrations between enterprise systems.
- Develop PowerShell scripts and automation solutions using Microsoft Graph, Microsoft cloud technologies, Power Automate, Logic Apps, Azure Automation, and similar platforms.
- Automate repetitive Technology administrative processes through reusable scripts, modules, functions, components, standards, and frameworks.
- Troubleshoot, refactor, and optimize automation code to improve reliability, maintainability, and operational performance.
- Implement appropriate logging, error handling, notifications, recovery processes, code reviews, and solution testing.
- Develop and deliver automation solutions from the prioritized automation backlog in partnership with Technology teams to validate operational requirements.
- Production Automation Support, Maintenance & Optimization
- Monitor, maintain, and support production automations, scheduled processes, scripts, workflows, and integrations to ensure critical automated processes function as expected.
- Investigate and troubleshoot failed or incomplete automation jobs, including API, authentication, permission, and integration failures.
- Review automation logs, alerts, scheduled tasks, and process performance to identify issues and improvement opportunities.
- Respond to production automation incidents and perform preventative maintenance on production automation solutions.
- Update automations when connected applications, systems, or APIs change, including management of certificates, application registrations, API permissions, service accounts, and secrets.
- Improve error handling, monitoring, and process efficiency by optimizing slow-running automations and retiring obsolete or redundant solutions.
- Process Analysis, Requirements & Automation Planning
- Partner with Technology teams to understand manual processes, operational challenges, and opportunities for automation.
- Gather technical and business requirements and document current-state and future-state workflows, including process dependencies and exceptions.
- Evaluate repetitive work and automation requests based on effort, risk, frequency, complexity, and business value to identify processes suitable for automation or standardization.
- Maintain and prioritize the automation backlog.
- Develop technical solution designs, implementation plans, development effort estimates, and expected operational benefits.
- Enterprise Integrations, Acquisitions & Technology Projects
- Develop, support, and troubleshoot integrations and data flows between enterprise Technology platforms.
- Partner with system owners and Technology teams to define API, integration, automation, and technical design requirements.
- Support automation requirements associated with Technology projects, acquisitions, deployments, and migrations.
- Develop repeatable tools, processes, and automations for acquired-user onboarding, migrations, and account, group, license, software, and configuration management activities.
- Develop tools and automation solutions to support Endpoint, Infrastructure, Service Desk, Cybersecurity, and Application teams with project execution.
- Participate in project planning, implementation, and technical design sessions.
- Reporting, Documentation & Automation Governance
- Maintain technical documentation, process diagrams, support procedures, technical notes, and records for production automation solutions.
- Document automation ownership, dependencies, schedules, credentials, recovery procedures, configuration changes, and implementation updates.
- Maintain approved source code repositories, version control, version history, and change documentation.
- Develop automated operational reports and dashboards to report on automation performance, failures, adoption, and operational value.
- Establish and maintain automation development standards and ensure solutions comply with Technology security and change-management requirements.
- Continuous Improvement, Innovation & Automation Strategy
- Research and evaluate new automation, AI, and emerging technologies to improve Technology operations and scalable processes.
- Identify opportunities to replace manual processes with self-service capabilities and improve existing Technology workflows.
- Identify opportunities to consolidate overlapping scripts, tools, and automation solutions.
- Develop proofs of concept for high-value automation opportunities.
- Share automation capabilities, standards, and best practices with Technology teams to promote an automation-first mindset.

## HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field preferred
- 6+ years of related Information Technology experience, including at least 2–3 years of hands-on experience developing automation, scripting, integrations, or workflow solutions
- Strong PowerShell and scripting expertise
- Experience with API integrations and workflow automation Familiarity with cloud and enterprise systems

The salary range for this position is $92,200 to $115,200 annually.  This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Based on the position status, employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

## ABOUT OUR FIRM

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

## ABOUT WORKING HERE

- We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
- We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
- We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying.

As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.

## About CannonDesign

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: A global architecture, engineering, and consulting firm that uses a **Living-Centered Design** philosophy to help organizations create places, strategies, and experiences that foster human and business flourishing.
- **Entity Type**: Private (employee-owned)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, United States
- **Founded**: 1945
- **Founders**: Will Cannon, Sr.

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Architecture and Planning, Engineering, Consulting
- **Target Customers**: B2B – Enterprise clients in healthcare, corporate/commercial, higher education, K-12, hospitality, mixed-use, sports, science/research, and civic sectors.
- **Mission / Purpose**: “To help organizations go bigger and do better — for people, business, society and the planet.” [cannondesign.com](https://www.cannondesign.com/)

## Products & Services
CannonDesign offers integrated services through a family of specialized teams and studios:

- **Architecture, Engineering & Interior Design**: Core design services for the built environment across all sectors.
- **Blue Cottage of CannonDesign**: Strategy and operations consulting for healthcare and other industries.
- **Cityfi**: Strategy and innovation firm focused on the future of cities, mobility, and civic life.
- **Ennead, a CannonDesign company**: A design collective concentrated on the public realm, with a global legacy.
- **Facility Optimization Solutions (FOS)**: Facility management software and services (assessments, capital planning, job order contracting).
- **The Clarient Group**: Smart buildings consultancy – integrated digital ecosystems for real business impact.
- **Yazdani Studio of CannonDesign**: Architectural exploration lab focused on radical innovation and new design methods.
- **Yellow Brick**: Healthcare building activation – from planning and compliance to move management and operational readiness. [cannondesign.com/about](https://www.cannondesign.com/about)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private, employee-owned firm).
- **Key Metric**: **Annual Revenue** – $400.3M (LinkedIn estimate, recent fiscal year). [linkedin.com/company/cannon-design](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cannon-design)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Employee-owned with no outside investors. Key partnerships include large health systems (e.g., Alice L. Walton Foundation for whole health campus), corporate clients, and academic institutions.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Named one of the **10 most innovative architecture firms** in the world by Fast Company (2017 and 2019).
  - **1,700+ teammates** across **21 offices** globally. [cannondesign.com/about](https://www.cannondesign.com/about)
  - Active acquisition strategy (e.g., Ennead Architects, Cityfi, The Clarient Group) expanding capabilities into strategy, smart buildings, and public-realm design.
  - Growing job postings (+14.7% month-over-month as of mid-2026). [linkedin.com/company/cannon-design](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cannon-design)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Living-Centered Design**: A firm-wide ethos that goes beyond human-centered design to include community, society, and planet – differentiating them from traditional architecture firms.
- **Single-Firm, Multi-Office (SFMO) Platform**: A curated, geography-agnostic team assembly approach that assembles the best internal experts for each project, regardless of office.
- **Employee Ownership**: All staff are owners, which drives a strong culture of alignment, long-term thinking, and investment in people.
- **In-House Innovation Incubator (AMP)**: Any employee can pitch an idea and receive time/resources to develop it into a marketable offering – fueling internal entrepreneurship. [cannondesign.com/culture](https://www.cannondesign.com/culture)
- **Diverse Portfolio of Subsidiaries**: From smart buildings (Clarient) to healthcare activation (Yellow Brick) to civic strategy (Cityfi) – providing end-to-end solutions beyond traditional design.

## Strategic Focus
- **Whole Health & Wellbeing**: A major push into designing campuses and environments that promote total health (physical, mental, social). The Alice L. Walton Foundation partnership is a flagship example. [cannondesign.com](https://www.cannondesign.com/)
- **Sustainability & Climate Resilience**: Explicit focus on regenerative, sustainable design; actively hiring a **Climate Resiliency Leader**. [cannondesign.com/careers](https://www.cannondesign.com/careers)
- **Social Good & Equity**: Open Hand Studio (public interest design arm) and Inclusive Partner Program demonstrate a commitment to community impact and diversity.
- **Digital Integration**: Expanding smart building capabilities (Clarient) and facility management software (FOS) to embed technology into the built environment.
- **Global Reach**: Continued expansion in India, Canada, the Middle East, and Asia, with offices in 15 countries. [linkedin.com/company/cannon-design](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cannon-design)

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Purpose**: A design firm that places social and environmental impact on par with business success – ideal for those who want their work to matter beyond profit.
- **Diversity, Equity & Inclusion**: Recognized focus on equity; Open Hand Studio provides pro-bono design for underserved communities; Inclusive Partner Program supports small businesses.
- **Innovation Mindset**: AMP and the Yazdani Studio offer creative freedom and a path to bring new ideas to market.
- **Flexible Work**: Many roles explicitly list **“United States – Remote”** as an option, indicating a hybrid/remote-friendly culture. [cannondesign.com/careers](https://www.cannondesign.com/careers)
- **Employee Ownership**: All team members are owners – a strong differentiator for career growth, retention, and shared success.
- **Benefits & Growth**: Comprehensive benefits (not detailed in search results but standard for a firm of this size); active internal mobility across 21 offices and diverse subsidiaries.

## Sources
1. [cannondesign.com](https://www.cannondesign.com/)
2. [cannondesign.com/about](https://www.cannondesign.com/about)
3. [cannondesign.com/careers](https://www.cannondesign.com/careers)
4. [cannondesign.com/culture](https://www.cannondesign.com/culture)
5. [linkedin.com/company/cannon-design](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cannon-design)

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