Automation Engineer

A Hybrid working model

What does an Automation Engineer do at Hogarth?

Role summary:

We are looking for an Automation Engineer to join our Graphic Production Services (GPS) department with expertise in architecture and cross-functional workflow scripting.The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the interactive space, and its production requirements, as well as project management skills, organizational and leadership skills, and an eye for detail.

Key responsibilities:

• Creating tools and applications via Javascript, extend script, applescript, C++, and other languages for automation, data and system management, Photoshop file manipulation, DAM and CMS integration and local dev environments 


• Collaborating with Hogarth and client leads to streamline existing processes, create efficiencies and optimise files and outputs 


• Testing and vetting of other Marcom tools and software, potential future 3rd party tools and applications


• Documentation and dissemination of information to the GPS team


• Training and support for tools created for and used by the GPS team


• Acting as a bridge between GPS team, Developers, Creative Tech, & Engineers for GPS tools integration


• Investigating new techniques, tools, and methods, determining the viability of implementing these, and integrating with as much ease of adoption for the GPS team as possible 


• Ensuring art assets can be implemented without sacrificing artistic vision or exceeding the platform’s technical limits

Requirements:

• Proficient in Javascript, Adobe Extend Script, Applescript languages


• Familiarity with CSS, HTML, WebGL, Canvas, Node, NPM, and GiT


• C++, Python knowledge is a bonus 


• Technical proficiency in Photoshop and demonstrable experience in large volume workflow scripting


• Basic understanding of Graphic Production workflow and process


• Team player with good communication skills


• Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision


• Natural mentor and training ability


• Creatively resolve technical challenges and limitations