Automation Team Lead

Evotym•Capon Bridge, WV

About The Position

Our client is a payment gateway and card processing provider for merchants, focusing on card acquiring, global payment acceptance, pay-in and pay-out flows, flexible settlements, and regional payment methods. Their product is centered around an in-house built gateway and customizable integrations. As an Automation Team Lead, you will be responsible for guiding the AI automation strategy across the company. This involves identifying and prioritizing processes suitable for automation, designing and deploying AI solutions, and leading a team of developers to optimize and integrate these solutions effectively.

Requirements

Proven experience leading or building projects from scratch (ideally in AI or automation)
Strong understanding of system architecture and solution design
Hands-on experience with AI tools, LLMs, or automation platforms (or strong motivation to work deeply in this space)
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Java, commonly used in AI and automation
Good communication skills in Russian
Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for deploying AI solutions
Startup mindset
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to work autonomously and make data-driven decisions

Responsibilities

Define and execute the AI automation strategy across the company
Identify and prioritize business processes suitable for automation (especially data-heavy and calculation-driven workflows)
Design and implement AI-based solutions, including AI agents/personas for operational tasks
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into existing systems
Monitor and optimize the performance of automated processes to ensure efficiency and scalability
Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of automation developers, fostering a culture of innovation