AI & Automation Builder – People Team

Progressive Leasing

AI & Automation Builder at Progressive Leasing focusing on building AI-powered automations for HR processes. Collaborating with AI experts to enhance efficiency and streamline operations.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaScriptPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build AI‑powered automations for core People workflows (recruiting, onboarding, offboarding, employee lifecycle, compliance)
Translate defined workflow specs or process maps into built, tested, and deployed automations
Build and deploy skills or agentic workflows in partnership with the AI COE, including work tied to PROG’s active PIPER+ program
Use AI tools (Claude, Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot, or similar) as core building tools — for workflow logic, automation, and agent design
Integrate automations with Workday, Jira, Microsoft 365, and other tools in the PROG stack (API and MCP support provided)
Ship quickly and iterate: deliver functional MVPs, gather feedback, and improve over time
Maintain and enhance automations as People needs evolve
Document what you build so others can understand, maintain, and extend it
Partner closely with TA, People Ops, Total Rewards, and HR Technology leaders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated ability to build and ship automations — not just identify opportunities
Hands‑on experience using AI tools (Claude, Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar) to automate real workflows
Comfort with APIs, webhooks, and basic data formats (JSON)
Familiarity with no‑code / low‑code tools; light scripting (Python, JavaScript, Apps Script) is a plus
Working knowledge of how HR / People functions operate and where automation adds value
Experience with enterprise HR systems (Workday strongly preferred)
Ability to clearly explain what you built to non‑technical stakeholders
Self‑directed, iterative working style — you build, test, and refine without waiting for perfection
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full Health Benefits; Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance + Paid Parental Leave
Company‑Matched 401(k)
Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays + Paid Volunteer Hours
Employee Resource Groups (Black Inclusion Group, Women in Leadership, PRIDE, Adelante)
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Charitable Gift Matching
Job‑required equipment and services

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Hard Skills & Tools

automationAI toolsworkflow designAPI integrationdata formatsscriptingPythonJavaScriptno-code toolslow-code tools

Soft Skills

communicationself-directediterative working stylecollaborationproblem-solvingexplanation to non-technical stakeholders

Certifications

Bachelor's degree