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# AI, Automation & Application Development Lead

- **Company:** Randstad UK
- **Location:** Lincolnshire, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £50,000.0 - £60,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Business Software, Business Systems, C Sharp (Programming Language), Spreadsheets, Databases, Digital Technology, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Proprietary Software, Power BI, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Software Coding
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5817871970

## About the Role

* Experience developing business applications or internal software
 * Strong coding skills (Python, C#, JavaScript or similar)
 * SQL and database knowledge
 * API integration experience
 * Power BI and data reporting
 * Process automation experience
 * Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
 * Ability to work independently and drive change

Desirable

 * Manufacturing or industrial experience
 * Microsoft Power Platform
 * ERP/CRM systems
 * AI or machine learning solutions
 * Digital transformation projects

## Description

* Analyse operational processes and identify automation opportunities
 * Design and develop internal business applications
 * Build workflow automation and AI-powered solutions
 * Integrate business systems, databases and third-party platforms
 * Develop dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI
 * Replace spreadsheet-based processes with scalable digital systems
 * Work closely with operational teams to deliver practical technology improvements
 * Lead digital transformation initiatives from concept through implementation


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