Ai & Automation Engineer: Build Intelligent Automations

Cbre Excellerate; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Cbre Excellerate is seeking an AI Automation Engineer in Gauteng, South Africa, to build intelligent automations and collaborate with multiple departments. You will develop and deploy automation agents on an internal AI platform, and maintain integrations with ERP, CRM, and knowledge systems.

The role emphasizes documenting processes, applying privacy and governance standards, and contributing to code reviews and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field.
• 0–2 years in software development, automation, or data engineering.
• Academic projects or internships acceptable.
• Experience with Python programming.
• Exposure to at least one AI/LLM framework, API, or technology.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with departments to understand and document business processes.
• Identify opportunities where AI and automation can reduce manual effort and streamline workflows.
• Develop, test, and deploy automation agents and workflows on an internal AI platform.
• Assist in development and maintenance of AI platform components, including integrations and retrieval services.
• Build and maintain integrations with ERP, CRM, ticketing, and knowledge management systems.
• Monitor platform performance, usage, and health, resolving routine issues.
• Create and maintain test cases and evaluation frameworks for quality and reliability.
• Apply data privacy, security, governance, and access control standards.

Skills

Python programming

Software development

Automation

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

ERP systems

CRM systems

AI platform

Job description

AI Automation Engineer Build Intelligent Automations

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with departments such as Sales, Human Resources, Finance, Technical Support, Production, and Marketing to understand and document business processes.
• Identify opportunities where AI and automation can reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and streamline workflows.
• Develop, test, and deploy automation agents and workflows on an internal AI platform.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of AI platform components, including integrations, retrieval services, and user‑facing tools.
• Build and maintain integrations with ERP, CRM, ticketing, and knowledge management systems.
• Monitor platform performance, usage, and operational health, resolving routine issues and escalating where necessary.
• Create and maintain test cases and evaluation frameworks to ensure solution quality and reliability.
• Apply data privacy, security, governance, and access control standards across all solutions.
• Produce clear technical and process documentation.
• Provide first‑line support to users and gather feedback for ongoing improvements.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge‑sharing initiatives.
• Stay informed about emerging trends in AI, automation, and software engineering.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
• 0 to 2 years' experience in software development, automation, data engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant academic projects, internships, or practical experience will be considered.
• Experience with Python programming.
• Exposure to at least one AI or Large Language Model (LLM) framework, API, or technology through academic, personal, or professional projects.