Job Description

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor's mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 23 sequential quarters of growth with $422.5M in Q3 FY26 revenue, up 4.0% Q-o-Q and 17.3% Y-o-Y growth. Our 26,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We won the 2025 ISG Star of Excellence? Award for AI and Data Excellence and were named a Leader in the Everest Group Talent Readiness for Next-generation Data, Analytics and AI Services PE?� Assessment 2025.

Location: [Insert Location]

Years of Experience: 5 to 8 Years

About Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and building internal platforms, tools, and automation solutions that significantly enhance engineering productivity. You will leverage cutting-edge technologies, including AI and machine learning, to develop intelligent assistants and agentic applications that automate operational and engineering workflows.

What You'll Do

- Design, develop, and maintain internal software tools and platforms that improve engineering efficiency.
- Build agentic applications capable of reasoning, planning, executing tasks, and interacting with enterprise systems.




- Develop workflow automation solutions utilizing APIs, event-driven architectures, and orchestration frameworks.
- Create developer productivity tools that simplify testing, deployment, troubleshooting, and operational workflows.
- Build intelligent assistants using modern AI/ML and LLM technologies to enhance user experience.
- Design scalable backend services and integrations that support automation initiatives across the organization.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to identify repetitive processes and implement automation solutions.
- Measure and improve productivity, efficiency, and operational outcomes through effective automation strategies.
- Establish best practices for software quality, reliability, security, and maintainability.
- Mentor engineers on automation technologies, software architecture, and AI application development.

Mandatory Skills

- Proficiency in Python is a must.
- Strong experience in developing automation solutions and internal tools.
- Hands-on experience with AI/ML technologies and LLMs.
- Familiarity with APIs, event-driven architectures, and orchestration frameworks.
- Experience in building integrations across internal systems, cloud platforms, and developer tools.

Preferred Skills

- Experience with ticketing systems and observability platforms.
- Knowledge of software quality assurance practices.
- Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
- Experience in mentoring and guiding junior engineers.

Expertise You'll Bring

As a Senior Automation Engineer, you will bring a wealth of experience in software development and automation practices.



Your ability to identify bottlenecks in engineering processes and implement scalable solutions will be crucial in driving an automation-first culture throughout the organization. You will be a key player in enhancing productivity and operational efficiency, making a significant impact on our engineering teams.

If you are passionate about leveraging technology to improve workflows and drive innovation, we encourage you to apply and join our team in transforming engineering operations.

Benefits:

- Market-competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."

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Python,Kubernetes

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Pune, Maharashtra, India

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Python,Kubernetes

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📌 Senior Automation Engineer-Generative AI & Platform Engineering (Pune)
🏢 Persistent
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