Software Engineer – Automation & Integrations; Python

Location: Addison, IL (Onsite preferred; hybrid considered)
Department: IT / Innovation
Employment Type: Full‑time
Compensation: Salary range: $90,000 – $135,000
, depending on experience

We’re looking for a hands‑on Python engineer to build automations and system integrations that eliminate manual work and improve speed and accuracy across the business.

This role is focused on practical software engineering
, building scripts, services, and integrations that connect systems and support real workflows used by Customer Service, Sales, Operations, Finance, and other teams.

This is not a research or data‑science role. While you may work with AI‑enabled tools over time, the foundation of the role is strong Python development, APIs, and automation.

• Build and maintain Python scripts and services that automate internal workflows
• Design and implement REST API and webhook integrations between internal systems and third‑party platforms
• Work with business teams to identify high‑impact automation opportunities and deliver solutions quickly
• Support integrations involving ERP, eCommerce, and operational systems
• Build with a production mindset: logging, error handling, access control, and maintainability
• Document what you build so others can support and extend it
• (Nice to have) Implement AI‑assisted features using APIs as part of larger workflows

• Strong experience with Python in real‑world applications (automation, integrations, services)
• Experience working with APIs, JSON, and webhooks
• Comfortable collaborating with non‑technical stakeholders to solve workflow problems
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a bias toward shipping practical solutions
• Ability to work onsite in Addison, IL (or hybrid with regular onsite presence)

• Experience integrating ERP, eCommerce, or marketing platforms (e.g., Net Suite, Magento, or similar)
• Familiarity with cloud environments (Azure preferred)
• Experience with workflow automation tools (Power Automate, Logic Apps, Zapier, etc.)
• Familiarity with calling LLM APIs (OpenAI/Azure OpenAI/Claude) within controlled applications

• Your work will have immediate, visible impact across the company
• You’ll build real tools used by real teams, not prototypes that sit on a shelf
• Opportunity to grow responsibility as the automation and AI footprint expands
• Stable, mid‑market environment focused on execution over hype

Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life and Supplemental Insurance
• Short Term Incentive Plan
• 401K Provision
• Profit Sharing
• HRA
• Cafeteria Plan
• Seasonal company sponsored events
• Work/Life Balance
• Childcare Reimbursement Program
• 9/80 Scheduling Option (following1 year of employment)

A little about the company:

• Been around since 1895.
• Grown from 30 employees in 2005 to 60 in 2010 and now over 240.
• Locations in Addison, IL (Headquarters), Indianapolis, IN (2018), Pittsburgh, PA (2019), Salt Lake City, UT (2021), Jurupa Valley, CA (2021), Livermore, CA (2021), Charlotte, NC (2023).
• We distribute rigid packaging products and industrial filtration.
• We have a beautiful newly renovated corporate office/warehouse in Addison.
• We have a strengths-based approach working to leverage what the employee likes to do and is good at doing.
• Privately owned

We work to build autonomy, connectedness and confidence in your role

• Employees get 2-4 structured one-to-one meetings with their supervisor per year (replaces traditional performance review with a 2-way discussion)
• We have various committees employees can join (Culture Committee and Cary Cares)
• Fun Friday’s, Weekly Yoga, and other company events are some highlights (check out our Facebook page)
• Core Values:
  Growth, Positivity, Customer Driven, Spirited Work Ethic,In This Together

People that are successful in our culture/company have the following characteristics:

• Positive/optimistic
• Open Minded, but still look for ways to make our systems better
• Curious/Inquisitive
• Customer-Focused (ease of doing business for our customers)
• Supportive of Co-workers

The Cary Company prides itself on its fun, upbeat culture, providing a comfortable work/life balance and a supportive team environment. Enjoy working at an steady pace, and with knowledgeable co-workers who together create a customer‑centric and professional team.