Systems Integration & Automation Engineer

FIRST BANKERS TRUST GROUP • Quincy, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

First Bankers Trust Company is seeking a Systems Integration & Automation Engineer who will design, implement, and support secure, scalable automation and system integrations to enhance operational efficiency and reliability across the bank. The Systems Integration & Automation Engineer is a senior individual contributor responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable automation and system integrations that improve operational efficiency and reliability across the bank. This role bridges core infrastructure operations and business process automation, working independently while collaborating across departments and supporting innovation and governance initiatives.

Requirements

• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in systems administration, automation, integration, or equivalent demonstrated capability.
• Strong experience with Microsoft enterprise environments, infrastructure operations, and system troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in scripting and integration development (e.g., PowerShell, APIs, SQL).
• Experience with automation or workflow platforms and secure system integration.
• Sound technical judgment in a regulated environment, with the ability to balance efficiency and risk.
• Strong organizational skills, structured problem-solving ability, and disciplined work management.
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders and influence through expertise and collaboration.
• High level of professional accountability, follow through, and continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

• Cloud infrastructure and unified communications environments.
• Financial services or other regulated industry experience.
• Data integration or analytics platform exposure.
• AI-assisted or intelligent workflow experience.
• Relevant technical certifications (Microsoft, cloud, security, or automation platforms).

Responsibilities

• Support and optimize hybrid and cloud-based infrastructure, including core Microsoft enterprise platforms and unified communications.
• Act as the primary technical liaison for assigned infrastructure, cloud, communications, and automation vendors, coordinating issue resolution, escalations, and follow up.
• Coordinate vendor support cases in close partnership with the ISO, Systems Administrator, and IT Systems Manager during incidents to contribute technical support to investigations and determining resolutions.
• Participate in technical evaluation of vendor solutions, including proofs of concept and integration due diligence.
• Provide technical continuity, advanced troubleshooting, and decision support to maintain operational stability during staff absences or elevated incidents.
• Own the bank’s enterprise automation platform, including architecture, standards, documentation, and long-term scalability.
• Design and implement secure, repeatable automations and system integrations using scripting, APIs, and modern automation tools.
• Lead small to medium automation initiatives end to end, focusing on reusable solutions rather than one off fixes.
• Monitor, optimize, and evolve automation performance to support operational efficiency and data integrity.
• Work closely with business units, Data Services, and the Innovation Committee to identify, evaluate, and prioritize automation opportunities.
• Ensure automation and integrations align with regulatory, cybersecurity, and operational requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on automation feasibility, integration patterns, and impacts, influencing outcomes without formal authority.
• Track and communicate value delivered through automation, including efficiency and ROI measures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company match and profit sharing
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and additional leave benefits
• 12 hours of volunteering time off per year to help make a difference in your community
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee wellness and assistance programs
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Opportunity to participate in special interest groups, such as Young Professionals, or one of our Employee Resource Groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees