Automation Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

ITE007151/TSch

Date posted:

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you passionate about automation, AI, and software development? Join a leading organisation in Johannesburg as a DMA Automation Developer and play a key role in driving digital transformation, streamlining processes, and enabling smarter decision-making. This is an on-site role where you’ll collaborate across departments to implement intelligent solutions.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is part of a larger group of companies and is seeking a DMA Automation Developer to design and implement cutting-edge automation and AI-driven solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation, reducing manual workloads and shaping how technology drives efficiency. You’ll be working closely with business teams, IT, and stakeholders to build scalable, intelligent systems that align with the group’s vision.
Key Responsibilities:

Analyse processes across departments to identify automation opportunities.
Design, develop, and implement automation using AI and modern development tools.
Maintain and update automation scripts and ensure system reliability.
Train, deploy, and monitor machine learning models to optimise business processes.
Collaborate with business units and IT to integrate automated solutions seamlessly.
Communicate automation strategies and results to stakeholders.
Provide system support: software updates, patching, testing, troubleshooting.
Continuously research, propose, and apply improvements to automation practices.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Qualification or professional background in Automation, IT, Computer Science, or related field.
Proven ability to identify and implement process improvements in automation systems.
Strong understanding of AI techniques and emerging automation technologies.
Hands-on experience with automation tools, scripting, and system support.
Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, tools, and best practices.
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple entities.
Must be willing to work on-site in Johannesburg (non-negotiable).

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