Lead Workflow Automation Engineer

We are seeking a Lead Workflow Automation Engineer to build and scale an internal automation platform centered on n8n. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering across backend services, workflow orchestration, integrations, and frontend development. You will partner with engineering and business stakeholders to deliver scalable automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and support long-term platform adoption. Enterprise experience strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, scale, and maintain an internal workflow automation platform based on n8n
• Design and implement automated workflows that integrate internal systems, SaaS tools, and third-party services
• Develop and support backend services using Node.js and Python
• Contribute to frontend functionality and platform usability using React
• Design and maintain REST API integrations across multiple systems
• Work with PostgreSQL and MongoDB to support workflow and platform data needs
• Support containerized services and deployment patterns using Docker
• Partner with stakeholders, including teams in Japan, on platform onboarding, customization, and adoption
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure the platform delivers scalable, reliable automation solutions

Qualifications

Must-Have Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Node.js and Python
• Experience building workflow automation solutions with n8n or comparable orchestration platforms
• React experience for frontend development
• Experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB
• Strong REST API and systems integration experience
• Experience integrating internal systems, SaaS platforms, and third-party services
• Experience with Docker and containerized services
• Experience designing scalable backend and workflow automation architectures
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication skills

Required Tools & Platforms

• Node.js
• Python
• n8n
• React
• PostgreSQL
• MongoDB
• REST APIs
• Docker

Additional Information

Location, Time & Engagement

• Contract
• Full-time
• APAC
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with stakeholders working in Japan-aligned hours