Senior Consultant – AI & Automation Engineer X1
Job Overview / Description
- Position Title: Senior Consultant – AI & Automation Engineer
- Location: Remote (South Africa-based)
- Company: Enablematic
(Fast-growing consultancy focused on AI & automation solutions for SMEs) - Employment Type: Freelance / Permanent
Full-Time | Remote / Work from Home - Experience Level: Senior (3+ years of hands-on automation experience)
- Date Posted: 13 October 2025 (Published: 20 hours ago)
Job Purpose:
To serve as the lead consultant in designing, building, and implementing intelligent automation solutions for SME clients. This role combines client-facing consulting with hands-on technical implementation using tools like Zapier, Make.com, N8N, and API integrations. As a founding team member, you will help shape Enablematic’s services, culture, and long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Engagement & Discovery
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Lead automation discovery workshops with SME clients
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Map existing business processes and identify automation opportunities
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Translate technical concepts into measurable business value
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Present solution roadmaps, ROI projections, and implementation plans to stakeholders
Project Delivery & Implementation
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Build complex automations using Zapier, Make.com, N8N, and other tools
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Design API and webhook integrations across systems (e.g., CRMs, finance platforms)
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Develop workflows with conditional logic, data handling, and error recovery
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Provide post-implementation support and client training
Technical Leadership & Innovation
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Recommend new tools and technologies
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Document technical solutions and create standardised best practices
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Mentor junior team members
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Contribute to Enablematic’s internal process development
Minimum Requirements:
Technical Skills & Experience:
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Minimum 3+ years experience building automations with tools like Zapier, Make.com, or N8N
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Strong experience in API integrations, webhooks, and data transformations
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Familiarity with SME software ecosystems (e.g., Monday.com, Xero, CRMs)
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Technical troubleshooting and performance optimisation skills
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Experience in workflow configuration including logic branches, loops, and error handling
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Confident presenting solutions to C-level stakeholders
Nice-to-Have Skills:
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Scripting knowledge: JavaScript, Python
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Experience integrating AI tools/APIs (e.g., OpenAI API, Azure AI Services)
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Knowledge of data security, privacy, and compliance best practices
Personal Attributes:
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Entrepreneurial mindset and startup enthusiasm
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Strong problem-solving skills
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Ability to work autonomously in a remote environment
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Passion for driving efficiency and business transformation through tech
Remuneration:
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Competitive market-related salary, based on experience
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Performance-based bonuses tied to project/client success
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Professional development budget
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Equity options available for long-term candidates
Work Environment:
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Fully remote role
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Flexible working hours
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Supportive, innovation-driven team culture
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Exposure to a variety of industries and high-impact projects
Application Instructions:
To apply, send the following to recruitment@enablematic.io:
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Your CV
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A brief cover letter explaining:
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Your most successful automation/process improvement project (including systems used)
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Why you want to work at a startup helping SMEs implement AI/automation
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Salary expectations (in Rands)


