AI Automation Specialist
At Pavago · South Africa
- Full-time
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- Posted
- 2 July 2026
- First seen by us
- 8 October 2026
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- 17 hours ago
Job description
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🤖 AI Automation Specialist (Zapier, APIs, ChatGPT & Workflow Automation) – Remote | U.S. Hours
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
🚀 About the Role
At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring an AI Automation Specialist to design, build, and deploy scalable AI-powered workflows that reduce manual work and improve operational efficiency across the business.
This is not a theory, strategy, or research role.
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You will be responsible for:
* building real automations
* integrating systems and APIs
* deploying workflows used in day-to-day operations
* improving operational speed, accuracy, and scalability
This role is ideal for someone who has actually built end-to-end automations and understands how to connect:
* systems
* workflows
* APIs
* AI tools
* business operations
If you think in systems, automation, and operational efficiency — this role is a strong fit.
🔥 What You’ll Own
Process Analysis & Automation Design
* Analyze operational workflows and identify automation opportunities
* Design systems that:
* reduce manual effort
* improve operational accuracy
* increase execution speed
* Translate business requirements into scalable automation workflows
* Recommend automation improvements proactively
AI & Workflow Automation Development
* Build automations using:
* Zapier
* Make
* n8n
* Power Automate
* Integrate AI tools such as:
* ChatGPT / OpenAI
* Claude / Anthropic
* Gemini / Google AI
* Automate workflows across:
* operations
* customer support
* marketing
* HR
* reporting
* internal coordination
APIs, Integrations & Technical Execution
* Connect systems using:
* APIs
* webhooks
* third-party integrations
* Ensure reliable data flow across multiple platforms
* Troubleshoot and resolve workflow or integration issues quickly
* Build scalable, maintainable automation systems
Optimization & Performance Improvement
* Monitor workflow reliability, speed, and uptime
* Improve:
* scalability
* automation logic
* output accuracy
* operational efficiency
* Continuously optimize workflows based on usage and results
* Identify opportunities to eliminate repetitive operational work
Documentation & Operational Visibility
* Document automation workflows clearly including:
* triggers
* logic
* integrations
* outputs
* dependencies
* Maintain structured SOPs and operational documentation
* Provide visibility into:
* automated workflows
* operational impact
* efficiency improvements
Cross-Team Collaboration
* Work closely with non-technical teams to gather workflow requirements
* Translate operational ideas into working automation systems
* Explain automation logic clearly to stakeholders
* Recommend scalable process improvements proactively
📊 What Success Looks Like
* Manual workflows are replaced with scalable automation systems
* Automations run reliably with minimal downtime or intervention
* Operational speed and efficiency improve measurably
* Systems remain organized, documented, and maintainable
* Teams save time through automation and AI-driven workflows
* Leadership has visibility into automation impact and operational gains
🧠 What Makes You a Strong Fit
* You’ve built real automations end-to-end
* You think in:
* systems
* workflows
* scalability
* efficiency
* You’re technical enough to build integrations independently
* You communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical teams
* You enjoy solving operational inefficiencies
* You move quickly, iterate fast, and improve systems continuously
✅ Must-Have Requirements
Experience
* Proven experience in:
* workflow automation
* process optimization
* automation system design
* AI workflow implementation
Technical Skills
* Hands-on experience with:
* Zapier
* Make
* n8n
* Power Automate
* Experience integrating AI tools and APIs including:
* OpenAI
* Anthropic
* Google AI
* Strong understanding of:
* APIs
* webhooks
* data structures
* automation logic
* Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Communication & Documentation
* Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
* Strong documentation and process-writing ability
* Ability to explain automation workflows clearly to stakeholders
⭐ Nice to Have
* Programming experience in:
* Python
* JavaScript
* Experience with:
* Google Sheets
* Airtable
* Notion
* Familiarity with:
* HubSpot
* Salesforce
* ClickUp
* Slack
* Knowledge of:
* prompt engineering
* AI workflow optimization
* RPA tools such as UiPath
🛠️ Tools You’ll Work With
* Google Workspace
* Zapier / Make / n8n / Power Automate
* OpenAI / Anthropic / Google AI tools
* Slack
* Asana / ClickUp
* APIs & webhook integrations
📅 What a Typical Day Looks Like
* Identify automation opportunities across business workflows
* Build and deploy AI-powered automation systems
* Connect platforms and tools using APIs and integrations
* Debug and optimize workflows for reliability and scalability
* Document automation logic and operational processes
* Collaborate with teams on workflow improvements and implementation
In short:
You replace repetitive manual work with scalable, reliable automation systems powered by AI and integrations.
📈 Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)
* Number of workflows and processes automated
* Reduction in manual operational workload
* Workflow uptime and automation reliability
* Speed and quality of implementation
* Accuracy of automation outputs
* Operational efficiency improvements
* Quality and completeness of documentation
🌟 Why This Role Stands Out
* Direct impact on operational efficiency and scalability
* Work at the intersection of AI, automation, and operations
* High ownership with real implementation responsibility
* Opportunity to build systems used daily across the business
* Exposure to cutting-edge AI and automation tools
* Strong growth opportunities in:
* AI Operations
* Automation Engineering
* Systems Operations
* Technical Operations
* AI Workflow Architecture
🧪 Interview Process
* Initial Phone Screen
* Video Interview
* Practical Automation Assessment
* Client Interview
* Offer & Onboarding
👉 Apply Now
If you:
* build automations that actually work
* think in systems and operational efficiency
* enjoy connecting tools and workflows
* love eliminating repetitive manual work
this is a strong opportunity to build real AI-powered operational systems with measurable business impact.
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