Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · Remote Solely
We are hiring full-time Automation Engineers to support entrepreneurs and founders across the US and Europe. As an Automation Engineer, you will be the operational backbone behind visionary leaders—leveraging your techni…
Skills: n8n, Make, Zapier, Google Workspace, AI Automation
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · Remote Solely
$16k–$20k/mo
Work directly with a founder or senior executive running a fast-growing company in the US or Europe. You'll own the operations behind how they work so they can spend their time on the work they do best. You'll move fast,…
Skills: Operations Management, Task Management, Priority Management, Meeting Preparation, Calendar Management
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · Remote Solely
A Founder's Associate sits between an EA and a Chief of Staff. You're not a specialist. You're a generalist who moves fast, picks up context quickly, and applies good judgment across whatever the founder needs most right…
Skills: Research, Analysis, Go-To-Market Strategy, Hiring Coordination, Executive Communication
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · Remote Solely
$25k–$30k/mo
Work directly with a founder or senior executive running a fast-growing company in the US or Europe. You'll be the operational layer between them and everything that needs to happen. Priorities, people, decisions and pro…
Skills: Operations Management, Task Management, Priority Management, Executive Support, Calendar Management
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa · Remote Solely
You'll work directly with a founder or senior executive running a high-growth company in the US or Europe. Not as a task-taker. As the operational layer that keeps everything moving. You'll own the full picture: prioriti…
Skills: Operations Management, Executive Support, Calendar Management, Inbox Management, Research
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Implement and maintain digital operations systems and automate repetitive tasks using tools like n8n and Zapier. Support founders by managing schedules, CRMs, and AI-powered productivity workflows to optimize business efficiency.
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with proven expertise in technical or operations assistance within a startup environment. Must be proficient in automation tools and possess C2-level English communication skills.
We are hiring full-time Automation Engineers to support entrepreneurs and founders across the US and Europe. As an Automation Engineer, you will be the operational backbone behind visionary leaders—leveraging your technical expertise, organizational excellence, and proactive mindset to help them reclaim their time and focus on what truly matters.
Implement and maintain efficient digital operations systems for email, calendar, task, and project management.
Coordinate and optimize daily workflows across productivity tools such as Asana, ClickUp, Notion, or Trello.
Manage and protect the founder’s time through smart scheduling, inbox management, and proactive communication.
Integrate and automate processes using n8n, Zapier, Make (Integromat), or Google Workspace automations to streamline repetitive tasks.
Support data management and documentation, ensuring organized digital filing systems in Google Drive, Dropbox, or SharePoint.
Conduct market, competitor, and operational research, and create data-driven reports and dashboards.
Oversee CRM management (HubSpot, Salesforce, or Pipedrive)—updating pipelines, tracking leads, and ensuring data accuracy.
Assist with digital marketing operations, such as scheduling posts, managing newsletters, and analyzing campaign performance in Meta Business Suite, Mailchimp, and Canva.
Facilitate smooth communication and collaboration using Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Calendly.
Support internal knowledge management using tools like Notion, Confluence, or Airtable.
Leverage AI-powered tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Notion AI, Fireflies, Reclaim.ai, or Otter.ai) to improve productivity, summarization, and workflow efficiency.
Regularly evaluate, test, and recommend new technologies to enhance business processes and digital performance.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
Proven experience as a technical, operations, or executive assistant, ideally within a fast-paced, digital-first or startup environment.
Advanced proficiency in:
n8n, Make (integromat), Windows Power Automate, Google Workspace, Zapier,
Familiarity with AI and automation tools (ChatGPT, Notion AI, Otter.ai, Reclaim.ai, Fireflies, etc.).
Excellent English communication skills (C2 level)—both written and verbal.
Strong problem-solving ability, analytical mindset, and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with organization, accuracy, and discretion.
High Agency — proactive, self-motivated, and able to anticipate needs before they arise.
Passion for digital operations, workflow design, and continuous process improvement.
Performance-based bonuses that can add up to 3 months’ worth of salary.
Monthly salary of up to R 20,000.
Fully remote, flexible work environment.
Modern laptop and hardware provided by us.
Specialized training in AI, automation, and digital productivity tools.
Global exposure—collaborate with top-tier founders and fast-growing startups.
Continuous learning and career growth opportunities in an international environment.
We enable builders & innovators to focus on work only they can do!
RAY AI offers elite assistants that work full-time (40h/week) for one dedicated client. At just €2,800/month. “RAYs” support leaders at startups and VCs around the world. RAY AI screens 12,000+ candidates each month across EU & US time zones, selects the top 0.03% through a rigorous 8-step assessment, and up-skills them in a 4-week training focused on high agency, upward management, and GenAI tools.
Offices: 251 Little Falls Dr, RayAI inc, Wilmington, Delaware 19808, US
We enable builders & innovators to focus on work only they can do!
RAY AI offers elite assistants that work full-time (40h/week) for one dedicated client. At just €2,800/month. “RAYs” support leaders at startups and VCs around the world. RAY AI screens 12,000+ candidates each month across EU & US time zones, selects the top 0.03% through a rigorous 8-step assessment, and up-skills them in a 4-week training focused on high agency, upward management, and GenAI tools.
Offices: 251 Little Falls Dr, RayAI inc, Wilmington, Delaware 19808, US
