Typst Developer / Document Automation Engineer

Summary

Operating within the dynamic IT Services sector, this pivotal role is designed for a professional with 5 to 12 years of specialized experience to lead the creation and optimization of sophisticated document automation solutions. The position centers on leveraging the Typst typesetting system to engineer high-performance, scalable document generation pipelines that meet rigorous precision standards. This individual will be instrumental in bridging the gap between complex backend logic and elegant, production-ready output, ensuring that automated workflows deliver consistent, professional-grade typography and layout composition for critical business applications.

Responsibilities

Architect and implement robust document automation frameworks utilizing Typst markup languages and custom scripting capabilities.
Develop reusable template libraries, including macros, functions, and modular layouts to streamline the creation of diverse document types.
Design and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices to facilitate seamless integration between document generation engines and external systems.
Manage version control and deployment pipelines using Git, GitHub, and Azure DevOps to ensure code quality and continuous integration.
Execute advanced page composition and typography techniques to produce high-fidelity PDF outputs and other formatted documents.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications for complex document processing workflows.
Utilize tools such as Pandoc or InDesign alongside core programming languages like Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Rust to enhance document transformation capabilities.

Requirements

Requirements:

Possess 5 to 12 years of professional experience in software development, with a specific focus on document processing or automation technologies.
Demonstrate deep proficiency in Typst markup and scripting, alongside expertise in at least one major programming language (Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Rust).
Show strong command over version control systems (Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps) and experience building CI/CD pipelines.
Have practical experience working with REST APIs, microservices architecture, and integrating these with document generation tools.
Exhibit a proven track record of creating reusable templates, macros, and complex layouts for automated document production.
Display advanced skills in PDF generation workflows and high-quality page composition.
Familiarity with Pandoc or Adobe InDesign is highly desirable for versatile document conversion tasks.
Ability to work within the IT Services industry environment, adhering to professional standards and delivering high-quality technical solutions.

Typst Developer / Document Automation Engineer

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