I am an AI Automation Engineer with 8+ years of delivering intelligent automation across process automation, data engineering, and AI-driven workflow automation. I specialize in building AI-powered workflows using n8n, Python, and OpenAI APIs, integrating REST APIs, webhooks, and secure authentication (OAuth, API keys). I design agentic workflows, implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation pipelines, and optimize prompts for token efficiency to drive measurable business impact. I thrive in cross-functional teams and enjoy solving complex automation challenges that improve efficiency and scale operations.

Jonathan Barnette

I am an AI Automation Engineer with 8+ years of delivering intelligent automation across process automation, data engineering, and AI-driven workflow automation. I specialize in building AI-powered workflows using n8n, Python, and OpenAI APIs, integrating REST APIs, webhooks, and secure authentication (OAuth, API keys). I design agentic workflows, implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation pipelines, and optimize prompts for token efficiency to drive measurable business impact. I thrive in cross-functional teams and enjoy solving complex automation challenges that improve efficiency and scale operations.

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I am an AI Automation Engineer with 8+ years of delivering intelligent automation across process automation, data engineering, and AI-driven workflow automation. I specialize in building AI-powered workflows using n8n, Python, and OpenAI APIs, integrating REST APIs, webhooks, and secure authentication (OAuth, API keys).

I design agentic workflows, implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation pipelines, and optimize prompts for token efficiency to drive measurable business impact. I thrive in cross-functional teams and enjoy solving complex automation challenges that improve efficiency and scale operations.

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Work Experience

Data Engineer at Navy Federal Credit Union
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Built and optimized large-scale ETL and automation pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Python (PySpark), and SQL in a CI/CD environment. Partnered across AI/ML and analytics teams to streamline data transformations supporting machine learning initiatives. Transitioned from production support leadership to hands-on developer role, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills.
Lead RPA Developer at T-Mobile
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Collaborated with business, security, and IT teams to analyze processes for automation feasibility, develop scalable, security-compliant solutions, and train end users for post-launch ownership. Designed and deployed enterprise-level automation pipelines integrating multiple legacy and modern systems, improving data processing times by 95%+. Created critical automations supporting global iPhone launch operations, reducing manual processing from 12 hours to 15 minutes. Mentored junior developers and handled ongoing production maintenance & support.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Devry University
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026

Qualifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Telecommunications, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Government