Automation Developer at CBRE Excellerate

Position Purpose

• The Automation / Low-Code Developer will design, build and maintain low-code applications, digital workflows, forms, dashboards and automation solutions that improve productivity, standardise processes and reduce manual workarounds. The role will help embed the Digital & Transformation Hub’s systems-first operating model by creating practical tools that support quality, consistency and efficiency across the business.

Key Responsibilities 

Low-Code Application Development

• Develop low-code and no-code applications, forms, portals, workflow tools and approval processes.
• Build solutions that replace manual trackers, spreadsheet-based processes and disconnected email workflows.
• Create reusable templates, components and automation patterns that can be scaled across business units.
• Ensure solutions are user-friendly, maintainable and aligned to governance standards.

Workflow Automation

• Automate routine business processes across Operations, Finance, Procurement, HR, QHSE and support functions.
• Configure notifications, approvals, exception handling, escalation workflows and reporting outputs.
• Support process owners in defining requirements, workflow rules, user journeys and acceptance criteria.
• Test automations thoroughly before deployment and support post-go-live improvements.

Systems Enablement & Integration Support

• Support integration between low-code tools and approved business systems where feasible and secure.
• Work with IT and Cyber to ensure access control, data flows, storage and security are appropriately governed.
• Assist with configuration, user access, role-based permissions and technical documentation.
• Support core systems adoption through user tools, reporting interfaces and process enablers.

Adoption, Support & Continuous Improvement

• Provide user training, quick reference guides and adoption support for low-code solutions.
• Monitor usage, defects, user feedback and improvement opportunities.
• Document solution logic, ownership, risks and change-control requirements.
• Contribute to the automation pipeline and benefits-tracking framework.

Qualifications & Experience
Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, diploma or certification in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Systems, Software Development or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal qualification.
• Minimum 3-6 years of experience in low-code development, workflow automation, business applications, RPA or system configuration.
• Experience developing business applications or workflow automations using Microsoft Power Platform, Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, UiPath or similar tools.
• Understanding of business process design, user requirements, testing and release management.
• Strong documentation and user-support capability.

Preferred

• Microsoft Power Platform certifications, UiPath certification, Agile certification or equivalent low-code credentials.
• Experience with SQL, APIs, data connectors, Power BI or reporting interfaces.
• Experience in facilities management, property management, finance operations, procurement or QHSE processes.
• Exposure to CAFM, ERP, CRM or service desk systems.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Low-code development
• Workflow automation
• Process mapping
• User-centred design
• Testing and troubleshooting
• Data handling and integrations
• Documentation and training
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Attention to detail and control orientation