Automation Engineer at Cameo in Chicago, IL

At Cameo, we make impossible connections possible. Our platform allows fans to get personalized messages from their favorite comedians, actors, athletes, and more.... not gonna lie, it’s pretty magical. And now we’re looking for passionate, hardworking humans to help take Cameo to the next level.

🚀 Our #Fameo means everything to us. Join a stellar team of smart, curious, and driven individuals, and experience working at a globally known consumer startup.

📈 Best in class. We’ve been named one of LinkedIn’s Top 50 Startups to Work For, voted one of America’s Best Startup Employers by Forbes, and the #1 Most Innovative Social Media Company by Fast Company.

💰Get all good stuff. Health insurance, 401(K), Fun work environment at our Downtown Chicago Headquarters, and opportunities to meet Cameo Talent!

Come to work every day knowing your efforts will have a material impact, shaping the direction of the next outstanding tech company!Role Summary

As an Automation Engineer you will partner with teams across Cameo to identify inefficiencies, implement automation solutions, and optimize workflows. This role focuses on eliminating repetitive manual work and empowering employees to dedicate their time to high-value creative initiatives. You'll evaluate existing processes, recommend and integrate new tools, and build custom automation solutions that scale across the organization.

This is an excellent opportunity for software engineers who are passionate about solving real business problems, love the idea of making people's work lives better, and want to see immediate impact from their technical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Analysis & Optimization: Collaborate with departments (Product, Marketing, Sales, Operations, Customer Success, and Talent Management—our team working directly with Cameo's celebrities and creators) to map workflows, identify bottlenecks, and uncover automation opportunities
• Tool Evaluation & Implementation: Research, evaluate, and deploy automation tools and platforms (e.g., Retool, Zapier, Make, workflow automation software, RPA tools) that align with business needs
• Custom Automation Development: Build scripts, integrations, and automation solutions using languages like Python, JavaScript/NodeJS, or similar to connect systems and streamline operations
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Work closely with engineering, data, and business teams to ensure automation solutions integrate seamlessly with existing tech stack
• Documentation & Training: Create clear documentation and provide training to teams on new automated workflows and tools
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor automation performance, gather feedback, and iterate on solutions to maximize efficiency gains
• Strategic Roadmap: Develop and maintain an automation roadmap prioritizing high-impact initiatives aligned with company goals

Key Requirements

• Software engineering experience: 2-4 years writing production code in languages like Python, JavaScript/Node.js, or similar
• Problem-solving mindset: Ability to understand business problems and translate them into technical solutions
• API fluency: Experience working with APIs, integrations, and connecting different systems together
• Communication skills: Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Self-directed: Comfortable with ambiguity, able to scope and prioritize work independently
• Curiosity & eagerness to learn: Interest in exploring new tools, technologies, and approaches to solve efficiency problems
• AI-assisted development: 6+ months of hands-on experience using Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or equivalent AI coding assistants as part of a regular development workflow

Nice to Have

• Experience building automation solutions, workflow tools, or internal tooling
• Hands-on experience with automation platforms (Zapier, Make, Power Automate, Workato, or similar)
• Experience with RPA (Robotic Process Automation) tools
• Familiarity with databases (SQL and/or NoSQL) and data manipulation
• Background in operations, consulting, or process improvement
• Knowledge of workflow automation in SaaS or marketplace businesses
• Experience in a startup or fast-paced environment

You might be a great fit if you

• Get excited about finding creative solutions to eliminate tedious work
• Love talking to people to understand their pain points
• Enjoy seeing your work directly improve someone's day-to-day experience
• Are energized by variety—every department has different challenges
• Want to work on projects that ship quickly and show immediate value
• Prefer building practical solutions over perfect code
• Are excited about working closely with our Talent Management team to streamline how we support Cameo's roster of celebrities and creators

Cameo is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for every person who walks through our doors. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Cameo celebrates and embraces diversity.

The salary range for this position is $145,000 to $175,000 with opportunities for additional compensation based on performance. Cameo determines salary ranges by role and level with ranges for US roles typically based on our home market of Chicago. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within that range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training. Posted salary ranges reflect base salary only, exclusive of equity, commissions, and other compensation and benefits.

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