RPA Architect- Automation Anywhere

Avanade – Detroit, MI

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The Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Senior Solutions Architect takes ownership of technology related
aspects of RPA implementation as part of a client solutions, mobilization, internal initiative or other
special program within Avanades Intelligent Automation organization. Following Avanade
methodologies and industry best practices, this role will be accountable for recommending appropriate
technology solutions and delivering architectural and technical solution designs and client proposals.
These goals will be achieved leveraging our global network, working together and openly sharing ideas,
knowledge and resources

Day to day you will:

Partner closely with our Intelligent Automation team and RPA Solution Architects to translate the
customer's business requirements to define RPA value proposition and solution scope

Analyzes client processes, and identifies RPA opportunities

Recommends RPA approach and strategy based on analysis and client RPA maturity

Assists Project Manager to ensure smooth delivery of the RPA solution

Provides continuous advice and best practices to RPA developers and Project Manager related to
delivery approach and strategy

Facilitate team and client meetings and presentations

Travel, as needed, up to 80%.

About you

Youre an excellent communicator with the ability to listen and understand client needs, then help shape
a solution. You have automation experience that covers business acumen, time management skills and a
passion for learning. Youre adept at process assessments, and you understand applications of RPA in
different business domains. You are able to communicate complex concepts while managing client
expectations and conveying the strength and benefits of Microsoft technologies for our clients.

In addition, your skillset and experiences likely include:

 Strong understanding of RPA concepts and market

 Previous process assessment experience for end-to-end process automation including RPA proof
of concepts
 Expertise in at least one of market leading RPA platforms: Blue Prism, Automation Anywhere, UI
Path and deep understanding of technology and architecture concepts
 Process documentation and analysis (PDD, SDDs), including specification of system
requirements for business processes (data, presentation, and logic)
 Previous experience in business analysis and process re-engineering
 Strong problem solving, analysis, and design skills
 Presentation skills with ability to communicate at executive level
 7-10+ years of experience in technology or Business Process Outsourcing as senior
developer/architect/project manager working with onshore/off-shore teams
 You likely have previous consulting experience and/or equivalent education.

Qualifications

 Expertise in at least one of market leading RPA platforms: Blue Prism, Automation Anywhere, UI
Path and deep understanding of RPA end-to-end process automation technology and
architecture concepts
 Process documentation and analysis (PDD, SDDs), including specification of system
requirements for business processes (data, presentation, and logic)
 Previous experience in business analysis and process re-engineering
 Strong problem solving, analysis, and design skills; experience with onshore / off-shore teams
 Presentation skills with ability to communicate at executive level
 7+ years of consulting project management experience
 7+ years of direct people management experience
 Education: Bachelor's degree in business or technology-related field

Other Technical skills and knowledge

 Demonstrated ability to think and work systematically and logically

 Basic knowledge of contract terms
 Proven skills in customer expectations management
 Working knowledge of at least one software development methodology
 Working knowledge of Microsoft platform technologies
 In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Project
 Good knowledge of Earned Value reporting
 Clear and concise oral and written communication
 Results oriented / self-directed ability to drive change in unstructured environment
 Good client interface and presentation skills
  Time management skills
 Customer oriented attitude and good interpersonal skills

About Avanade

Avanade is the leading provider of innovative digital and cloud services, business solutions and design-
led experiences delivered through the power of people and the Microsoft ecosystem. Our professionals
combine technology, business and industry expertise to build and deploy solutions to realize results for
our clients and their customers. Avanade has 29,000 digitally connected people across 23 countries,
bringing clients the best thinking through a collaborative culture that honors diversity and reflects the
communities in which we operate. Majority owned by Accenture, Avanade was founded in 2000 by
Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation. Learn more at www.avanade.com.

Avanade® Is An Equal Opportunity Employer. Avanade prohibits discrimination and harassment against
any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin,
gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, military or marital status, genetic
information or any other protected status.

Qualifications

Requisition ID - 52103

Avanade is the leading provider of innovative digital and cloud-enabling services, business solutions and
design-led experiences, delivered through the power of people and the Microsoft ecosystem. Majority
owned by Accenture, Avanade was founded in 2000 by Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation and
has 30,000 professionals in 24 countries. Visit us at www.avanade.com.

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Director, Automation – RPA (Robotic Process
Automation)
Pramerica

County Donegal, Ireland

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Director, Automation – RPA (Robotic Process Automation)

Description and Job Responsibilities

Prudential has been implementing a powerful forward looking Robotic Process

Automation(RPA) capability aimed at enabling more efficient, scalable, and quality business
operations. Pramerica are looking to hire an experienced Automation leader to build out a full
suite of automation capabilities with the initial focus of enhancing and scaling our RPA
capability. The Automation RPA Lead will be instrumental in evolving this innovative capability
which will service all of Prudential’s US Businesses partnering with the Enabling Solutions
organization.

The RPA capability as part of the wider automation capability will primarily focus on:
  Partnering with Enabling Solutions RPA leadership to evolve the RPA offering
 Work with business and functional leadership to advise on how to best use RPA to
achieve their objectives
 Help the Business Unit / Corporate Center identify and prioritize specific RPA
opportunities
 Develop and implement RPA solutions
 Mentor, coach and develop RPA capability in the Business Unit / Corporate Center

Working closely with the RPA Center of Excellence, the Automation Lead engages and advises
business and functional leaders and process owners to determine how to best utilize RPA to meet
their objectives. The incumbent will utilize his/her knowledge of Prudential businesses and RPA
to help determine when to apply RPA technology as the best means to improving a specific
process versus other possible solutions. He/she will assist the business in identifying and
prioritizing specific RPA opportunities, using financial acumen and business knowledge to aid in
prioritization. The incumbent will determine the optimal RPA technology for a specific
opportunity and develop, test and implement the RPA solution, adhering to standard practices
and re-use strategies as appropriate. He/she will build RPA capability within multiple business
customer organizations through collaboration, coaching, advising and leadership. The
incumbent will serve as a resource for questions from both systems and business communities
and will maintain a high degree of knowledge of the business group processes, procedures,
priorities, and business goals. The RPA Solutions Lead will be regarded as the technical expert
in their particular field.

This role will require the lead to build out a full automation suite beyond RPA moving in to IPA
and building additional Automation verticals enabling with business and IT in to the future. The
initial focus will be on RPA and IPA but will then move quickly to building a world class
automation capability for Pramerica Services to enable Prudential.

Qualifications

 Minimum 5 to 10 years of functional and leadership experience in IT, Automation,

Business Analysis, Process Automation or related field
 Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Technology, or advanced degree preferred
 Must be able to think strategically and act tactically, i.e. see the big picture and roll up
your sleeves to do the work
 Strategically plan and support the scaling of RPA capabilities across the organization in
conjunction with key business and information technology stakeholders
 Establish RPA program governance and ensure it is integrated or closely aligned with
other organizational governance approaches including development of key performance
indicators and managing operational and financial program performance reviews.
 Resolve project issues as escalated and ensure that projects are delivered on time, on
budget and meet internal and external customer expectations
 Annually evaluates existing RPA solutions identifying opportunities for improvement as
overall organization and customer technologies advance.
 Establishes standards, methodologies and shared capability development with internal
and external stakeholders, including internal customers, with the goal of ensuring
consistent excellence in delivery.
 Manages relationships, expectations and outcomes of RPA vendors and other third
parties.
 Is knowledgeable and adheres to all information technology security protocols and
procedures
 Manages the financials of the entire portfolio of automations and reports the ongoing
total investment and value delivered from the RPA program including working with
finance to develop and approve business cases.
 Proven relationship management and change management skills
 Ability to influence stakeholders and effectively engage with both management and
business associates
 Possess an excellent understanding of the businesses in which Prudential operates
(Annuities, Asset Management, Group Insurance, Individual Life Insurance and
Retirement Services)
 Can speak at the appropriate technical level with business partners and technology staff
 Ability to take intelligent risks and generate new and valuable ideas and business
solutions
 Excellent presentation and communication skills; ability to communicate results and
influence at senior management level
 Capable of anticipating potential issues/problems and developing solutions as needed
 Ability to inspire and motivate teams and individuals
 Possess an understanding of process flows and Microsoft Technology (such as VB .NET,
Windows, Internet Explorer, SQL Server, Web Services) preferred