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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AI & Automation Developer - **Company:** Time Recruitment - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Business Systems, Cloud Computing, Databases, Content Analysis, Continuous Integration, Data Structures, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Programming Tools, Middleware, Github, Python (Programming Language), Enterprise Messaging Systems, Microsoft SQL Server, Node.Js, Commercial Software, Performance Tuning, Azure Active Directory, Software Engineering, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Core Voice Platform, Data Logging, Chatbots, ReactJS, Flask (Web Framework), Backend, Git, Fastapi, Nintex, Data Management, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Webhooks, Software Version Control, Automation Anywhere - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/ai-automation-developer/57282894 ## About the Role * Commercial software development experience. * Strong understanding of databases, data structures, and data management principles. * Solid SQL and relational database experience, ideally SQL Server. * Experience building and consuming REST APIs and webhooks. * Comfortable working across both front-end and back-end development environments. * Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities. * Experience using AI-assisted development tools in a commercial environment. * Understanding of monitoring, logging, and application support best practices. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. * Ability to manage projects independently from requirements gathering through to deployment. Desirable Experience Experience with any of the following would be advantageous: * React & TypeScript * Python (FastAPI, Flask or similar) * Node.js * Electron or desktop application development * SQL Server optimisation and performance tuning * Workflow automation platforms such as n8n * CRM integrations * Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD * Git, GitHub and CI/CD pipelines * Cloud-based technologies and business systems integrations * Voice AI, Conversational AI, SMS, Messaging Platforms or Document Analysis solutions * Experience within highly regulated or process-driven environments About You We're looking for an individual who: * Has a genuine interest in AI, automation, and emerging technologies. * Enjoys understanding business processes and identifying opportunities for improvement. * Takes ownership of projects and sees work through to completion. * Remains calm and methodical when solving technical challenges. * Has exceptional attention to detail and quality. * Works well within a collaborative team environment. * Understands the commercial impact of technology and business decisions. * Is passionate about delivering technology solutions that create measurable business value. ## Description We are seeking an ambitious AI & Automation Developer to join an expanding technology team, playing a key role in designing, developing, and supporting innovative business-critical systems and automation solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for a developer who enjoys solving complex business challenges through technology and wants to work at the forefront of AI-enabled software development. The Opportunity You'll be responsible for developing and enhancing a suite of internal systems that connect core business platforms with CRM, telephony, messaging, workflow automation, and AI technologies. Working across a modern technology stack, you'll take ownership of projects from initial requirements through to deployment and ongoing support. The successful candidate will be encouraged to leverage AI-powered development tools while applying strong engineering principles to ensure quality, security, maintainability, and commercial value. This role would suit someone who enjoys working across both front-end and back-end development and has a passion for automation, process improvement, and emerging technologies. Key Responsibilities * Design, build, maintain, and improve AI-driven business processes and automation solutions. * Translate operational requirements into scalable and reliable software applications. * Develop across multiple technologies including React, TypeScript, Python, Node.js, SQL Server, APIs, and desktop applications. * Build and maintain integrations with third-party platforms using REST APIs and webhooks. * Develop and support middleware systems that connect business-critical applications. * Create and maintain SQL Server databases, schemas, stored procedures, and data models. * Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions for applications, integrations, and AI workflows. * Use AI development tools and coding assistants to accelerate delivery while maintaining high-quality engineering standards. * Design controls, guardrails, testing frameworks, and governance for AI-powered processes. * Investigate and resolve production issues across applications, integrations, databases, and automated workflows. * Manage software releases, deployments, version control, and CI/CD processes. * Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to deliver effective business solutions. ## Related Videos - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [AI in Recruiting: What Works, What Fails - Real Lessons from Office & Volume Hiring](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100060-ai-in-recruiting-what-works-what-fails-real-lessons-from-office-volume-hiring) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Transforming Software Development: The Role of AI and Developer Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/527-transforming-software-development-the-role-of-ai-and-developer-tools) - [What is Software Engineering in the Age of AI?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/640-what-is-software-engineering-in-the-age-of-ai) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)