Automation Engineer

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTI007185/GC

Date posted:

Thursday, October 15, 2026

Location:

South Africa, South Africa

SUMMARY:

We are looking to connect with experienced Automation Engineers for future opportunities with organizations focused on innovation, efficiency, and digital transformation. This role is suited to professionals who enjoy leveraging technology to automate processes, reduce manual effort, and improve operational performance across business and technical environments.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: As an Automation Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain automation solutions that streamline workflows and improve business efficiency. Working closely with stakeholders, you will identify process improvement opportunities and implement scalable automation frameworks that deliver measurable value. You will play a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives through the effective use of automation technologies. Skills & Experience: Minimum 4+ years of automation engineering experience Experience with workflow automation and RPA technologies Strong programming or scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Java, C#, etc.) Process mapping and business process optimisation experience Experience integrating systems and automating workflows Knowledge of CI\/CD and DevOps practices advantageous Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Qualification: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, or equivalent certifications advantageous Relevant software development or automation certifications preferred Experience delivering enterprise automation solutions highly desirable Connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile or to view all our Jobs in Information Technology. One of the best Developer Recruitment Agencies in Cape Town. Let us assist you with your IT careers. For Further C# Developer jobs, C++ Developer jobs, Java Developer jobs, .Net Developer careers, Angular Developer and Full stack developer jobs.

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