About the RoleAs an Automation Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain a custom n8n connector (node) to integrate with our API, enabling robust automation workflows within the n8n platform. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the connector is reliable, user-friendly, and optimized for performance. This role requires strong programming skills, API expertise, and familiarity with n8n's ecosystem.
Responsibilities- Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Design and develop a custom n8n connector using JavaScript and TypeScript, ensuring compatibility with n8n's node architecture.
- Implement API integrations with RESTful APIs, handling authentication, pagination, rate limiting, and error responses.
- Write clean, modular, and maintainable code with robust error handling.
- Create unit and integration tests using frameworks like Playwright.
- Optimize API interactions through JSON manipulation, schema validation, batch operations, caching, and exponential backoff for retries.
- Write clear and comprehensive documentation for node usage, including parameters, examples, and sample workflows.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure the connector meets user experience requirements, such as intuitive parameter labels and conditional fields.
- Follow best practices for secure credential management, input sanitization, and dependency audits.
- Optionally, implement webhook support for real-time integrations and observability features like logging metrics.
- Perform daily duties in line with Forth, LLC Information Security Policies and Procedures.
- Ensure that information Confidentiality, Integrity and Privacy is always maintained with processing information assets.
Qualifications and Required SkillsEducation:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience:
- 3+ years of experience in JavaScript and TypeScript development.
- 2+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js (version 18.17.0 or higher).
- Proven experience with RESTful API integrations.
- Familiarity with workflow automation tools like n8n, Zapier, or Make.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in modern JavaScript and TypeScript for type-safe development.
- Strong understanding of Node.js environments and asynchronous programming.
- Experience with Git for version control and npm/yarn for package management.
- Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g., Playwright) and debugging tools for API mocking.
- Ability to manipulate JSON, validate schemas, and optimize API calls.
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills for documenting node usage and collaborating with teams.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
What Will Make You Stand Out- Prior experience building or extending n8n nodes or contributing to open-source automation projects.
- Familiarity with n8n's node structure, including execute methods, credential handling, and data linking.
- Experience with webhooks for real-time integrations.
- Knowledge of database connections (SQL/NoSQL) for APIs involving data querying.
- Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio showcasing API integrations or automation workflows.
Pay Range and Compensation Package- $130,000 - $140,000
- Full-time, benefits-eligible (401K, medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, etc.)
In-OfficeRequirements- This role requires two days per week in office in the Schaumburg, IL office
Reports to- Jamil Austin, Senior Engineering Manager
