About the Team Our Finance team ensure we are accountable and on track to company strategies. Their responsibilities include forecasting, in-season management, and analysis across business units. From sales and margin to operations and expenses, our Finance team provides consistent, accurate information to cross-functional partners to support PetSmart's growth initiatives. About the Location Hybrid Position: This position may be considered Hybrid based on PetSmart’s FlexSmart policy and business needs. A Hybrid work arrangement is considered to be a blend of onsite and remote work activity. Associates with a Hybrid work arrangement have a work space at Phoenix Home Office and can be required to come onsite between 3-5 days a week as determined by leadership and based on business needs. About the Job The Senior Automation Developer role is primarily responsible for configuring and developing robotic process automation workflows using a suite of tools (Alteryx, UiPath, ServiceNow, etc.) to help optimize and automate business processes. You will be working with the broader automation development team to design, develop and support various workflows that will help PetSmart associates from all departments and functional areas do work more efficiently and effectively. Essential Functions: Work with automation team, and key stakeholders to identify automation opportunities, gather requirements, and design optimal solutions Independently lead the design and development of automating a business process—from start to finish—without requiring assistance Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable workflow solutions using UiPath and Alteryx Design and develop reports and dashboards to enhance end-user functionality and experience Maintain and grow understanding of UiPath, Alteryx and ServiceNow modules and capabilities Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and stability of workflows Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to mitigate and address these issues Conduct workflow testing based on positive and negative test cases Work collaboratively with business partners to deliver automation solutions in a reasonable timeframe Support junior developers in their design and development efforts Qualifications: 5+ years of automation design, development and implementation experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Systems or related field is desirable but not required Must have effective communication skills (oral and written) and be able to work well with team members, stakeholders, etc. Strong problem solving and analytical skills Exhibit dependability, a positive attitude, and attention to detail SQL experience helpful but not required Experience in C#.NET/VB.NET/Other OOP Languages helpful but not required About the Culture At PetSmart, we work hard to create a culture where every associate feels like they truly belong and we celebrate the unique stories, backgrounds, and experiences our associates share. These experiences not only bring new perspectives in shaping our Belonging culture but they’re core to PetSmart’s success. Not sure if you meet 100% of the position requirements and whether you should apply? We’d still like to hear from you and encourage you to apply with us! You just may be the ideal candidate for this role, and if not this one, perhaps another position. Our home office offers outstanding amenities in a fun and rewarding workplace including: Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work! On-site Dog Park “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options On-site coffee bar “Lil’ Paws” learning center and onsite daycare facility (associate paid) Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities Learn more about #LifeAtPetSmart here: https://www.lifeatpetsmart.com/life-at-petsmart/ Check out Associate stories and share in some celebrations at PetSmart: https://www.blog.lifeatpetsmart.com/ Explore PetSmart Benefits here: https://benefits.petsmart.com/ If you don't already live in the Phoenix area here's a guide to the area: Welcome to Phoenix Guide PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.