Automation Specialist

About Betfair Romania Development
Betfair Romania Development is the largest technology hub of Flutter Entertainment, with over 2,000 people powering the world's leading sports betting and iGaming brands. Exciting, immersive and safe experiences are delivered to over 18 million customers worldwide, from our office in Cluj-Napoca. Driven by relentless innovation and commitment to excellence, we operate our own unbeatable portfolio of diverse proprietary brands such as FanDuel, PokerStars, SportsBet, Betfair, Paddy Power, or Sky Betting & Gaming.

Our Values
The values we share at Betfair Romania Development define what makes us unique as a team. They empower us by giving meaning to our contributions, and they ensure that we consistently strive for excellence in everything we do. We are looking for passionate individuals who align with our values and are committed to making a difference.

Win together | Raise the bar | Got your back | Own it | Positive impact
About FanDuel
FanDuel is a leading force in the sports-tech entertainment industry, redefining how fans engage with their favorite sports, teams, and leagues. As the premier gaming destination in North America, FanDuel operates across multiple verticals, including sports betting, daily fantasy sports, online gaming, advance-deposit wagering, and media.

Role Overview
We are looking for an
Automation Specialist
to be an instrumental part of delivering a transformational automation program across the FanDuel Group. You will work alongside teams throughout the business to develop and implement
Intelligent Process Automation
solutions to our most time-consuming and sticky problems using a variety of automation software tools and technologies. You will use your drive and determination to craft and deliver the best automation solutions, using the latest cutting-edge technology, across all departments of the FanDuel Group.

This is a unique opportunity for a passionate, curious candidate to join a fast-moving team and shape the future of automation at FanDuel.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build and configure core automation solutions using UiPath software
• Assist in providing end-to-end results using a variety of automation tools or languages to provide the best results for our teams
• Play a key role in business process improvement reviews to identify opportunities where automation can drive benefits and efficiencies for the business
• Manage maintenance for automation processes
• Problem-solve issues that arise in day-to-day running of any robotic automation processes and provide timely responses and solutions as required - assistance with error handling, exceptions, and debugging
• Build relationships and work closely with stakeholders across the business to be well positioned to identify future opportunities for process improvement and automation solutions
• Work closely with the relevant technology and product teams on program strategy and setup
• Distribute Intelligent Automation development knowledge throughout the business; lead and coach teams in other departments in developing Intelligent Automation processes that adhere to development standards and procedures
• Collaborate closely with automation teams at Flutter on emerging technologies and innovative solutions
• Ensure compliance with data security and privacy standards in all automated processes, maintaining rigorous documentation and audit trails for all Intelligent Automation solutions developed

Skills, Capabilities & Experience Required

• Degree in Computer Science, related field, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in an analytical and detail-oriented technology role
• Prior work experience and familiarity with Robotic Process Automation or Intelligent Automation software and systems preferred
• Experience with development/scripting skills in common languages such as Python, C#, VB, SQL
• Experience working with APIs
• Experience in using GitHub automation for CI/CD pipeline preferred
• Attention to detail and an analytical mind
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a lot of ambiguity
• Adaptability to new systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• High level of personal initiative and motivation
• Understanding of business processes and passion for creative solutions to complex problems
• Fast learner – genuinely curious about technology and driven to learn new skills
• Ownership – owns projects and problems and is passionate about ensuring their successful and timely delivery / resolution
• Leadership – regularly leads multi-functional teams through the resolution of complex problems and project blockers
• Excellent collaboration skills, is a team player - works with others across the organization to get things done
• Communicates effectively, develops, and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Strong personal organizational and time management skills
• Proven ability to set ambitious goals and continuously strive for improvement/Demonstrates a strong focus on achieving high-quality outcomes, consistently pushing for greater efficiency and performance
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse teams across various departments, fostering an environment of open communication and shared goals to achieve collective success
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of stakeholders and customers. Ensures that decisions and actions have a positive, lasting impact by delivering solutions that exceed expectations, building trust, and fostering long-term relationships

Benefits

• Hybrid & remote working options
• €1,000 per year for self-development
• Company share scheme
• 25 days of annual leave per year
• 20 days per year to work abroad
• 5 personal days/year
• Flexible benefits: travel, sports, hobbies
• Extended health, dental and travel insurances
• Customized well-being programmes
• Career growth sessions
• Thousands of online courses through Udemy
• A variety of engaging office events

Disclaimer
We are an inclusive employer. By embracing diverse experiences and perspectives, we create a lasting, positive impact for our employees, customers, and the communities we're part of. You don't have to meet all the requirements listed to apply for this role. If you need any adjustments to make this role work for you, let us know, and we'll see how we can accommodate them.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only the candidates who best meet the job requirements will be contacted for an interview.

By submitting your application online, you agree that your details will be used to progress your application for employment. If your application is successful, your details will be used to administer your personnel record. If your application is unsuccessful, we will retain your details for a period no longer than three years, to consider you for prospective roles within the company.