Job Description

Automation Specialist

Department: IT

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Mankato, MN

Compensation: $65,000 - $95,000 / year

Founded in 1973, ISGis a multi-disciplinary, employee-owned firm providing architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design services to communities across the nation. ISG is seeking a talented Automation Specialist to join our software development team. This role is focused on building, maintaining, and optimizing custom applications and the underlying hybrid infrastructure that support ISG’s internal operations and client-facing platforms. The ideal candidate brings strong PowerShell skills, a solid grasp of cloud platform integrations, and an eagerness to grow into a well-rounded DevOps contributor.

Essential Duties

Design, develop, and maintain applications and services primarily using PowerShell
Build and maintain REST APIs that integrate with internal systems and third-party platforms
Work within Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments including hosting, Docker-based deployments, and networking
Implement, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines and contribute to DevOps standards and best practices
Manage and contribute to version control workflows via GitHub, including branching strategy and code review
Support integration with third-party APIs and data platforms (e.g., Unanet ERP, Unanet CRM, ArcGIS, QuestCDN)
Write clean, well-documented, optimized code with an eye toward performance and maintainability
Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical documentation

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS — required
Proficiency in PowerShell — required. Ability to automate infrastructure tasks, reporting, and system integrations
Proficiency in Python — preferred. Experience with FastAPI, REST API development, and data handling libraries strongly preferred
Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, Lambda, ECS/Docker, S3, networking)
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, AWS CodePipeline, or similar)
Experience with Docker and containerization principles
Understanding of authentication standards and tools (OAuth2, MSAL, JWT)
Solid GitHub version control skills including branching, pull requests, and collaborative workflows
Ability to pick up new languages and frameworks quickly
Strong problem-solving ability, curiosity, and self-direction
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a small, high-functioning team

Above all else, our team members are expected to have a positive, can-do attitude and be flexible as to job responsibilities. Our environment is fast-paced and we welcome individuals who are capable and interested in being a part of a progressive firm with regional and national-level clients.

ISG Employee Owner Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision
Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
Paid parental leave
Bi-annual profit sharing
Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
401K retirement plan
Life insurance
HSA and FSA options
Bereavement leave
Supplemental voluntary benefits
Short term and long-term disability
Parking reimbursement, varies on office location

About ISG

ISG has a rich history that extends more than 50 years, of building trusting relationships with clients, stakeholders, and the community. As a multi-disciplinary firm that is 100 percent owned by employees, ISG serves numerous markets and fosters strong collaboration between all disciplines providing clients a diverse knowledge base, high level of creativity, and broad perspective.

Industry

Architecture & Engineering

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Headquarters

Mankato, MN

Year Founded

1973

Website

isginc.com

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