Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Architect

Job Title: Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Architect
Location: Charleston, West Virginia
Experience Required: 12+ Years
Employment Type: Contract

We are looking for an experienced Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable automation solutions. This role requires extensive hands-on expertise with major RPA platforms, strong architectural vision, and the ability to guide both technical and business teams through automation initiatives.

• Develop RPA architecture and solution design for enterprise-level automation initiatives.

• Work closely with business stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and define functional and technical requirements.

• Lead the development and implementation of RPA workflows including process mapping, testing, deployment, and optimization.

• Oversee governance, best practices, coding standards, and reusable automation components.

• Integrate RPA solutions with existing systems, APIs, databases, and external applications.

• Conduct performance evaluation and troubleshoot existing bots to improve reliability and efficiency.

• Manage end-to-end automation lifecycle including documentation, security compliance, and change management.

• Mentor and guide development teams and provide architectural direction throughout the project.

• Collaborate with cross-functional IT and business teams to support digital transformation initiatives.

• Evaluate new RPA technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve automation capabilities.

• 12+ years of IT industry experience with at least 6+ years focused on RPA architecture and development.

• Strong expertise with leading RPA platforms such as UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, or similar.

• Experience designing scalable, distributed, and secure automation environments.

• Strong understanding of workflow automation, process engineering, system integration, and orchestration tools.

• Experience working with APIs, SQL databases, web services, and cloud platforms.

• Familiarity with programming or scripting languages such as Python, .NET, Java, or C#.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and project leadership skills.

• Ability to translate business needs into technical automation solutions.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Experience with AI/ML-driven automation, OCR, and intelligent document processing.

• Experience working in Agile or DevOps environments.

• RPA vendor certifications or cloud certifications.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.