AI Automation Engineer

Work set-up: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Experience: 
Senior (5-10 years)
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of experience in automation engineering., Proficiency with RPA and workflow automation platforms like Power Automate, UiPath, Zapier., Strong understanding of REST APIs and cloud integrations, especially with Microsoft 365., Experience in identifying, documenting, and optimizing automation processes..

Key responsibilities:

  • Design and implement AI-enhanced automation workflows.
  • Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to refine processes.
  • Build, integrate, and optimize workflows across cloud platforms.
  • Champion automation best practices and drive operational improvements.

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Vito Solutions Information Technology & Services Startup https://www.vitosolutions.co.za/
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Job description

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

6-12 month contract with extension possibilities.

COMPANY:

An IT Solutions company based in Cape Town.

LOCATION:

Anywhere in South Africa for project in USA.

WORKING MODEL:

Remote

JOB OVERVIEW:

In this project, you will design and implement AI-enhanced automation workflows, streamline processes across departments, and play a key part in driving efficiency and innovation through intelligent automation.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

You will be responsible for identifying high-impact, repeatable processes and developing automation solutions using RPA and AI-driven tools. The role involves building, integrating, and optimising workflows across cloud platforms and third-party services, with a focus on reliability, scalability, and measurable return on investment.

You will collaborate closely with technical teams, internal stakeholders, and the AI function to refine business processes, champion automation best practices, and continuously improve operational performance.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

  • Proficiency with RPA and workflow automation platforms (e.g. Power Automate, UiPath, Zapier, n8n, Automation Anywhere).
  • Strong understanding of REST APIs and experience integrating automation with cloud systems such as Microsoft 365.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, debugging, and optimisation skills for automation workflows.
  • Strong knowledge of automation best practices and workflow standardisation.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to explain complex automation concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Highly detail-oriented, process-driven, and collaborative.
  • Adaptable, curious, and proactive in exploring new AI and automation technologies.
  • Proficiency in building automation solutions using RPA tools and scripting/integration via APIs.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration and cloud-based services.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

  • At least 5 years of experience in automation engineering, ideally within an IT or services environment.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • Practical experience in identifying, documenting, and automating repeatable business processes.
  • Hands-on involvement in testing, debugging, and optimising automation solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and translate business requirements into effective technical workflows.

ADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS:

  • Experience with AI-enhanced automation or decision-making tools.
  • Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (e.g. TensorFlow, PyTorch) and large language model APIs (e.g. OpenAI).
  • Background in predictive analytics, advanced automation design, or data-driven decision-making.
  • Exposure to designing scalable automation frameworks and playbooks.
    

**Please note: If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Experience

Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
Industry :
Information Technology & Services
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Curiosity
  • Proactivity
  • Detail Oriented
  • Adaptability

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