AI Automation Engineer

Huzzle.com; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,018,675 - 1,358,234; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Remote: Work from anywhere

Career Growth: Opportunity to join top companies

Ongoing Support: Guidance before and after placement

Job summary

A global remote talent agency is seeking an AI Automation Engineer to design and develop custom AI automation systems. In this client-facing role, you'll work closely with the CTO and be responsible for building scalable AI workflows using platforms like n8n and Claude Code. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills, clear communication abilities, and a proactive mindset, thriving in a dynamic startup environment. This position offers tailored compensation and remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience building automation workflows with n8n.
• Hands‑on experience working with Claude Code or similar AI coding environments.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in client‑facing conversations.

Responsibilities

• Design and build AI-powered automation systems using Claude Code and n8n.
• Develop custom workflows that integrate AI capabilities into business operations.
• Collaborate closely with the CTO to prototype and deploy new automation solutions.

Skills

Automation workflow building

Claude Code experience

Proactive problem solving

Technical communication

Tools

n8n

Python

JavaScript

Job description

About Huzzle At Huzzle, we connect high-performing professionals with global companies across the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our clients include startups, digital agencies, and tech platforms in industries like SaaS, MarTech, FinTech, and EdTech. We match top talent to full-time remote roles where they're hired directly into client teams and provided ongoing support by Huzzle.

Role Type Full-time

Engagement Independent Contractor

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly proactive AI Automation Engineer to help design, develop, and deploy custom AI-powered automation systems. Working closely with the CTO, you will help pioneer AI builds using Claude Code, n8n, and automation frameworks, delivering solutions that improve efficiency and solve real-world operational challenges for clients. This role is client-facing, meaning strong communication skills and the ability to recommend improvements or alternative solutions are essential. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys problem-solving, building systems from scratch, and finding smarter ways to automate complex workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build AI-powered automation systems using Claude Code, n8n, and related platforms.
• Develop custom workflows that integrate AI capabilities into business operations.
• Collaborate closely with the CTO to prototype and deploy new automation solutions.
• Build and maintain scalable AI workflows and automation pipelines.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing automation builds.
• Work directly with clients to understand requirements and recommend the most effective AI solutions.
• Proactively identify opportunities to simplify or improve system architecture.
• Contribute ideas, improvements, and technical insights to strengthen project outcomes.
• Document builds and processes to support long-term system scalability.

Requirements

• Proven experience building automation workflows with n8n.
• Hands‑on experience working with Claude Code or similar AI coding environments.
• Strong problem‑solving ability and a proactive mindset.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in client‑facing conversations.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced startup environment where processes are evolving.
• Experience building automation systems that improve operational efficiency.
• Strong initiative and willingness to recommend better technical solutions.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Programming experience (Python, JavaScript, or similar).
• Experience with Make.com or other automation platforms.
• Knowledge of Supabase or similar backend infrastructure tools.
• Experience with debugging and bug fixing in complex workflows.
• Experience designing AI-powered infrastructure or scalable automation systems.
• Background in AI integrations or workflow orchestration.

Benefits

💻 Fully Remote: Work from anywhere with international teams
🚀 Career Growth: Join companies in SaaS, MarTech, and B2B services
🤝 Peer Community: Connect with high-performing sales professionals in our network
🧭 Ongoing Support: Receive guidance from Huzzle before and after placement
💰 Tailored Compensation: Salaries vary by client and candidate preference — we'll match you with options that fit your goals