n8n Custom Workflow Automation Designer/ Developer (no CTC)

n8n Custom Workflow Automation Designer/ Developer (no CTC) at e.biT Consulting n8n Custom Workflow Automation Designer/ Developer (no CTC) at e.biT Consulting in Roselle, Illinois Posted in about 23 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

AUTOMATION ENGINEER

Custom n8n Connector Development As 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. Ensure that information Confidentiality, Integrity and Privacy is always maintained with processing information assets.

Qualifications Education :

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 (version18.17.0 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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. In-Office Requirements This role is hybrid and requires two days per week in the office Location Schaumburg, IL