[Remote] Engineering & Automations Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. HaloMD specializes in Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) through The No Surprises Act and state regulations for out-of-network healthcare providers. As the Automations Manager, you will lead the team responsible for building and operating the automation portfolio that powers IDR operations, ensuring quality and effective delivery of solutions.ResponsibilitiesOwn the end-to-end roadmap and delivery of HaloMD's automation portfolioManage competing priorities across a large, active backlog without sacrificing quality or momentum-proactively surfacing risks before they become problemsPartner with business stakeholders to translate operational pain points into scoped, deliverable automation solutions with clear timelines and success criteriaMaintain deep knowledge of the business workflows and regulatory context behind each automation in the portfolioLead, mentor, and grow a team of automation developers (Level I-III), setting direction and elevating technical standards across the stackConduct meaningful code reviews with substantive feedback-use them as a lever to raise team-wide standards, not just catch bugsStep in to write or debug production code when the team needs support or when velocity or quality is at riskBuild a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and high accountabilityCollaborate with the Architecture department on solution design-bring operational requirements and constraints to architectural discussions and ensure your team executes against agreed designsEnforce enterprise standards for APIs, orchestration, event-driven systems, and application integrations across the automation portfolioArchitect scalable automation platforms using Python, FastAPI, and PostgreSQLEstablish and drive team adoption of best practices for orchestration frameworks (Temporal.io, Dagster) and event-driven design patternsDrive adoption of monitoring and observability standards (Grafana, Loki) across the portfolio and establish runbooks for production incident responseContinuously evaluate emerging technologies and establish new best practices for automation design and deliveryPartner with product, business, and IT leaders to translate strategic goals into enterprise-ready automation solutions-owning requirements definition, delivery accountability, and outcome measurementDeliver executive-level presentations and demos, aligning automation capabilities and roadmap with business outcomesCommunicate proactively: surface risks, decisions, and status to leadership without being asked-treat the portfolio like it is your own businessRepresent the automation team in cross-functional conversations with Architecture, Data, and Product, ensuring your team's work fits within the broader technical strategyLeverage AI tools-including Claude-as a daily force multiplier for planning, documentation, requirements analysis, and decision supportSkills7+ years in application development, automation engineering, or enterprise solutions-with 3+ years in leadership role managing technical teamsExpertise in Python, APIs, SQL, and orchestration tools (Temporal.io, Dagster)Working knowledge of front-end development (React/Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS) sufficient to build lightweight self-service portals and user-facing automation triggers; strong back-end proficiency in FastAPI and PostgreSQLFamiliarity with distributed, event-driven architectures and modern data pipelinesHands-on or close familiarity with Playwright and working knowledge of common Python automation patterns: API consumption, email handling, document generation, file I/O, and Unix/Linux scriptingFamiliarity with Grafana, Loki, or similar observability toolsExceptional communication and executive presence-equally confident in technical architecture reviews and stakeholder or leadership conversationsDemonstrated success in high-growth environments where adaptability and rapid execution are essentialDemonstrated use of AI tools (Claude or equivalent) as a core part of your daily workflow. This is a hard requirementHigh ownership mindset: you operate without being managed, communicate without being asked, and treat the portfolio like it's your ownBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related fieldPrior experience with UiPath, Blue Prism, or other RPA platforms, particularly in modernization or migration contextsFamiliarity with Azure infrastructure, SharePoint, Azure Fileshares, or similar enterprise environmentsExperience in healthcare operations, IDR/NSA workflows, or CMS regulatory processesExperience designing internal tooling, operational dashboards, or self-service platforms for business teamsBackground in high-growth environments where systems are being built from the ground up under real-world pressureBenefitsMultiple medical plan optionsHealth Savings Account with company contributionsDental & vision coverage for you and your dependents401k with Company matchVacation, sick time & Company paid holidaysCompany wellbeing program with health insurance incentivesCompany OverviewExperts in Independent Dispute Resolution under The No Surprises Act and State Balance Billing Prohibition, powered by Advanced Technology It was founded in 2021, and is headquartered in Addison, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.halomd.com.Company H1B SponsorshipHaloMD has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2025. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.