Automation Specialist (n8n Expert)

Position Overview

We represent a partner company based in the United Arab Emirates that seeks an experienced Automation Specialist with deep expertise in n8n. This role demands hands-on creation and upkeep of sophisticated automation workflows to optimize marketing, operational, and AI-driven processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, and maintain advanced n8n automation workflows integrating lead generation, CRM, email marketing, collaboration tools, and AI platforms.
• Architect automation pipelines using APIs, webhooks, JSON, data transformation, conditional logic, and custom variables within n8n.
• Seamlessly connect tools such as HubSpot, Mailchimp, Google Sheets, Airtable, Slack, and Notion to automated systems.
• Incorporate AI services like OpenAI and Claude into workflows to deliver intelligent automation solutions.
• Collaborate closely with AI and digital teams to implement tailored automation solutions across varied client industries.
• Enhance workflow performance focusing on scalability, reliability, error management, and easy maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve workflow issues, ensuring smooth and efficient process execution.
• Document automation architectures, business rules, configurations, and integration details for internal use and client clarity.
• Participate in shaping reusable automation standards, best practices, and infrastructure improvements.
• Identify and automate repetitive manual tasks through scalable solutions.
• Explore and experiment with emerging AI and automation technologies to find practical business applications.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrable professional experience building and managing complex n8n workflows within cloud or self-hosted setups.
• Comprehensive understanding of RESTful APIs, webhooks, JSON formatting, conditional logic, data transformations, and automation design principles.
• Hands-on experience integrating marketing and business platforms like HubSpot, Mailchimp, Google Sheets, and Airtable via automation.
• Proven ability to connect AI APIs such as OpenAI, ChatGPT, Claude, or Google PaLM into automated workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills, focusing on creating reliable, maintainable, and scalable automation.
• Capability to design efficient, reusable automation architectures aligning with business goals.
• Excellent communication and documentation proficiency to convey complex automation concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfortable working independently on multiple projects in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Familiarity with other automation platforms like Make.com, Zapier, or Pipedream is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Node.js or Python programming for custom automation extensions is a plus.
• Preferred minimum of five years professional experience.
• Strong enthusiasm for AI, automation technologies, and innovations in business process improvement.

Additional Benefits

• Chance to influence and contribute to a pioneering AI and automation program within a digital marketing setting.
• Autonomy over technically demanding and impactful automation initiatives.
• Fully remote work with a flexible schedule promoting work-life balance.
• Exposure to diverse industries and unique automation challenges.
• Opportunity to engage with the latest AI platforms, APIs, and automation tech.
• Collaborative environment alongside experts in digital marketing and AI.
• Cultural emphasis on innovation, experimentation, and pragmatic problem-solving.
• Ability to help design and improve automation services, infrastructure, and reusable tools.