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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
- An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
- Administer and optimize the marketing automation platform across multiple business units.
- Manage CRM integrations, data flows, lead routing, lifecycle processes, and platform governance.
- Build and maintain nurture campaigns, webinar workflows, event follow-up programs, and automated customer journeys.
- Develop and optimize lead scoring models aligned to sales qualification and pipeline objectives.
- Maintain database quality through deduplication, segmentation, suppression management, and data governance practices.
- Partner with marketing, sales operations, and analytics teams to support campaign execution and reporting needs.
- Ensure compliance with privacy, consent management, and digital marketing requirements.
- Support attribution reporting by maintaining accurate campaign, lead source, and funnel data.
- Establish platform standards, templates, and scalable processes across the organization.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with a marketing automation platform such as Marketo, HubSpot, Eloqua, or Pardot.
- Experience working with Salesforce CRM and marketing-to-sales data integration.
- Experience with lead scoring, lead routing, lifecycle management, and database administration.
- Experience building and managing automated marketing programs and email campaigns.
- Marketing automation platform certification (Marketo, HubSpot, Eloqua, or Salesforce).
- Experience supporting multiple business units within a shared CRM and marketing automation environment.
- Experience in healthcare, medical device, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industries.
- Familiarity with attribution reporting, UTM governance, and campaign analytics.
- Experience with account-based marketing (ABM), intent data integrations, or segmentation strategies.
- Experience with analytics tools such as Google Analytics 4, Tableau, Looker, or Power BI.
- Basic HTML/CSS knowledge for email template troubleshooting and updates.
The base pay for this position is $78,000.00 – $156,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
- An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
- Administer and optimize the marketing automation platform across multiple business units.
- Manage CRM integrations, data flows, lead routing, lifecycle processes, and platform governance.
- Build and maintain nurture campaigns, webinar workflows, event follow-up programs, and automated customer journeys.
- Develop and optimize lead scoring models aligned to sales qualification and pipeline objectives.
- Maintain database quality through deduplication, segmentation, suppression management, and data governance practices.
- Partner with marketing, sales operations, and analytics teams to support campaign execution and reporting needs.
- Ensure compliance with privacy, consent management, and digital marketing requirements.
- Support attribution reporting by maintaining accurate campaign, lead source, and funnel data.
- Establish platform standards, templates, and scalable processes across the organization.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with a marketing automation platform such as Marketo, HubSpot, Eloqua, or Pardot.
- Experience working with Salesforce CRM and marketing-to-sales data integration.
- Experience with lead scoring, lead routing, lifecycle management, and database administration.
- Experience building and managing automated marketing programs and email campaigns.
- Marketing automation platform certification (Marketo, HubSpot, Eloqua, or Salesforce).
- Experience supporting multiple business units within a shared CRM and marketing automation environment.
- Experience in healthcare, medical device, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industries.
- Familiarity with attribution reporting, UTM governance, and campaign analytics.
- Experience with account-based marketing (ABM), intent data integrations, or segmentation strategies.
- Experience with analytics tools such as Google Analytics 4, Tableau, Looker, or Power BI.
- Basic HTML/CSS knowledge for email template troubleshooting and updates.
The base pay for this position is $78,000.00 – $156,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation specialist jobs.
- Experience with automation tools such as Selenium, UiPath, Python, or PLC programming
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, information technology, or a related field
- Proficiency in scripting languages including Python, JavaScript, or PowerShell
- Hands-on experience designing, building, and maintaining automated workflows or test suites
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems such as Git
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to document automation processes and outcomes
Tips for Your Automation Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the stack
Automation specialist job listings often specify exact tools like Selenium, PLCs, UiPath, or Python. Mirror the exact tool names from each posting in your resume's skills and project sections so applicant tracking systems don't filter you out.
Quantify what your automations replaced
Hiring managers want to see impact, not just implementation. Describe how many manual hours a workflow eliminated, how many test cases your suite covers, or how much cycle time dropped after your deployment. Concrete outcomes stand out in a crowded field.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists automation specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your domain
Industrial automation and RPA are different hiring markets. Filter your search by domain keywords like SCADA, PLC, robotic process automation, or CI/CD so you reach hiring managers who actually need your specific background instead of competing in a generic pool.
Prepare a live demo or portfolio piece
Many automation specialist interviews include a technical screen where you walk through a real workflow you built. Have a short demo ready, whether it's a recorded bot run, a GitHub repo, or a diagram of your automation architecture, so you can show rather than just tell.
Negotiate scope, not just salary
Once you have an offer, ask about the state of the automation environment you'd inherit. A role with outdated tooling or no CI/CD pipeline limits your growth. Understanding what you're walking into gives you context for the offer and signals you're thinking long-term.
Automation Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most automation specialists?
The companies hiring the most automation specialists right now include Siemens, Prime Controls, and Schneider Electric, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is particularly active in manufacturing, logistics, and enterprise software sectors.
How many automation specialist jobs are remote?
About 45% of automation specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though availability varies significantly by specialization. RPA and software test automation roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while industrial automation and PLC-focused positions typically require on-site presence at plant or warehouse facilities.
How do you become an automation specialist?
Start by building proficiency in at least one automation platform, such as Selenium for test automation, UiPath for RPA, or ladder logic for industrial PLCs, through coursework or self-directed projects. Build a portfolio of documented automations that show real outcomes. Certifications from vendors like UiPath, Automation Anywhere, or Siemens strengthen your resume. Entry-level roles in QA, IT operations, or engineering technician positions often serve as the practical on-ramp.
Can you get hired as an automation specialist with little or no experience?
Yes, especially if you can demonstrate hands-on ability through personal projects, open-source contributions, or coursework. Employers in test automation and RPA frequently hire candidates who can show a working bot or script, even without a formal job history. Targeting junior or associate-level postings, highlighting transferable technical skills from adjacent roles, and earning a vendor certification all help bridge the experience gap.
What does the automation specialist interview process look like?
Most automation specialist interview processes include an initial recruiter screen, a technical assessment, and one or more interviews with the engineering or operations team. The technical stage often involves reviewing or writing automation code, walking through a past project, or troubleshooting a broken workflow. Some employers add a system design or architecture discussion for senior roles, and a final round with a hiring manager focused on collaboration and problem-solving approach.
Where can I find and apply to automation specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to automation specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, tools, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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