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
Lead automation discovery workshops with SME clients
Map existing business processes and identify automation opportunities
Translate technical concepts into measurable business value
Present solution roadmaps, ROI projections, and implementation plans to stakeholders
Project Delivery & Implementation
Build complex automations using Zapier, Make.com, N8N, and other tools
Design API and webhook integrations across systems (e.g., CRMs, finance platforms)
Develop workflows with conditional logic, data handling, and error recovery
Provide post-implementation support and client training
Technical Leadership & Innovation
Recommend new tools and technologies
Document technical solutions and create standardised best practices
Mentor junior team members
Contribute to Enablematic’s internal process development
Minimum Requirements:
Technical Skills & Experience:
Minimum 3+ years experience building automations with tools like Zapier, Make.com, or N8N
Strong experience in API integrations, webhooks, and data transformations
Familiarity with SME software ecosystems (e.g., Monday.com, Xero, CRMs)
Technical troubleshooting and performance optimisation skills
Experience in workflow configuration including logic branches, loops, and error handling
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Confident presenting solutions to C-level stakeholders
Nice-to-Have Skills:
Scripting knowledge: JavaScript, Python
Experience integrating AI tools/APIs (e.g., OpenAI API, Azure AI Services)
Knowledge of data security, privacy, and compliance best practices
Personal Attributes:
Entrepreneurial mindset and startup enthusiasm
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work autonomously in a remote environment
Passion for driving efficiency and business transformation through tech
Remuneration:
Competitive market-related salary, based on experience
Performance-based bonuses tied to project/client success
Professional development budget
Equity options available for long-term candidates
Work Environment:
Fully remote role
Flexible working hours
Supportive, innovation-driven team culture
Exposure to a variety of industries and high-impact projects
Application Instructions:
To apply, send the following to recruitment@enablematic.io:
Your CV
A brief cover letter explaining:
Your most successful automation/process improvement project (including systems used)
Why you want to work at a startup helping SMEs implement AI/automation
Salary expectations (in Rands)