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AI Automation Specialist

Pavago ยท Remote, Kenya

Data Science / AI / Machine LearningRemoteQuick applyfull-time1 day ago

About The Role

๐Ÿค– AI Automation Specialist (Zapier, APIs, ChatGPT & Workflow Automation) โ€“ Remote | U.S. Hours

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

๐Ÿš€ 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.

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 โ€” this role is a strong fit.
  • ๐Ÿ”ฅ What Youโ€™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

๐Ÿ“Š 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

๐Ÿง  What Makes You a Strong Fit

  • Youโ€™ve built real automations end-to-end
  • You think in:
  • systems
  • workflows
  • scalability
  • efficiency
  • Youโ€™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

โœ… 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

โญ 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

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Tools Youโ€™ll Work With

  • Google Workspace
  • Zapier / Make / n8n / Power Automate
  • OpenAI / Anthropic / Google AI tools
  • Slack
  • Asana / ClickUp
  • APIs & webhook integrations

๐Ÿ“… 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.
  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ 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

๐ŸŒŸ 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

๐Ÿงช Interview Process

  • Initial Phone Screen
  • Video Interview
  • Practical Automation Assessment
  • Client Interview
  • Offer & Onboarding

๐Ÿ‘‰ 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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