[Hiring] Associate Systems Integration & Data Automation Engineer @Media Source LLC

Role Description

We are currently seeking highly skilled Associate Systems Integration & Data Automation Engineer to support, maintain, and expand the technical infrastructure that underpins our team’s core workflows. This position is central to keeping our systems running smoothly, improving the tools we rely upon, and helping us leverage data and emerging technologies across the organization. The ideal candidate is a builder, problem-solver, and collaborator who can take ownership of complex systems and continuously enhance them.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and ensure daily reliability and security of our Virtual Book Room, which is built on SharePoint and uses PowerShell-driven automation.
• Improve PostgreSQL queries, logic, and structure for better performance across our large PostgreSQL-based database system.
• Brainstorm, design, and drive modernizing and strengthening our tech stack, including automation, workflow improvement, security, and integrations.
• Evaluate and implement AI tools and capabilities that can streamline our processes, improve data access, or support editorial and operational needs.
• Create or refine automations that move and prepare data for internal stakeholders; collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure data is accessible, accurate, and aligned with organizational needs.
• Work independently on technical implementation while collaborating closely on requirements and direction via regular check-ins.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of and experience with current best practices for cybersecurity in relation to programming, automation, databases, and AI.
• Expert‑level PowerShell scripting for automation, system building, debugging, and process improvements.
• Experience utilizing Python, JavaScript, Ruby and other scripting languages to automate processes and transform data.
• Experience building and maintaining SharePoint automated systems, including scripted integrations and workflow automation.
• Experience utilizing Power BI or Tableau to create data dashboards and reports.
• Strong proficiency with PostgreSQL, including database design, query building and optimization, stored procedures, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to build, improve, and repair technical systems involving PowerShell automation and SQL‑based backend components.
• Ability to develop AI‑enabled workflows and agents that integrate into existing systems. Experience with utilizing Copilot in a production environment preferred.
• Strong proficiency with automation architecture, REST APIs / webhooks, and Git.

Requirements

• Experience in environments that require cross‑department collaboration.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with an ability to work independently on complex technical challenges.
• Excellent written and verbal communication—able to document systems, explain processes, and translate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of and experience working in a library environment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to think with us about the full technical architecture of our unit—able to be inventive and forward‑thinking and collaborate, brainstorm, and explore exciting possibilities while remaining grounded in editorial needs and priorities.

Education and Certifications

• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Azure Data Engineer, or DevOps Engineer) strongly preferred.
• Microsoft 365 or SharePoint-related certifications strongly preferred.
• Database certifications, particularly those focused on PostgreSQL or relational database management, strongly preferred.
• Certifications in automation, DevOps, or infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform or similar tools) strongly preferred.
• Experience with or certification in AI/ML technologies or applied AI solutions strongly preferred.
• Foundational security or systems certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+ or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, experience, and demonstrated technical expertise will also be considered.

Benefits