Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Architect

Job Title: Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Architect

Location: Charleston, West Virginia

Experience Required: 12 Years

Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable automation solutions. This role requires extensive hands-on expertise with major RPA platforms, strong architectural vision, and the ability to guide both technical and business teams through automation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop RPA architecture and solution design for enterprise-level automation initiatives.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and define functional and technical requirements.
• Lead the development and implementation of RPA workflows including process mapping, testing, deployment, and optimization.
• Oversee governance, best practices, coding standards, and reusable automation components.
• Integrate RPA solutions with existing systems, APIs, databases, and external applications.
• Conduct performance evaluation and troubleshoot existing bots to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Manage end-to-end automation lifecycle including documentation, security compliance, and change management.
• Mentor and guide development teams and provide architectural direction throughout the project.
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT and business teams to support digital transformation initiatives.
• Evaluate new RPA technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve automation capabilities.
  
  

Required Skills And Experience

• 12 years of IT industry experience with at least 6 years focused on RPA architecture and development.
• Strong expertise with leading RPA platforms such as UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, or similar.
• Experience designing scalable, distributed, and secure automation environments.
• Strong understanding of workflow automation, process engineering, system integration, and orchestration tools.
• Experience working with APIs, SQL databases, web services, and cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with programming or scripting languages such as Python, .NET, Java, or C#.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and project leadership skills.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical automation solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  
  

Nice to Have

• Experience with AI/ML-driven automation, OCR, and intelligent document processing.
• Experience working in Agile or DevOps environments.
• RPA vendor certifications or cloud certifications.
  
  

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.