Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere explicitly welcomes applicants based in South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

AI Systems Integrator

Position:AI Systems Integrator

Department:Technology Architecture & Automations

Type:Full-Time Remote Contractor (40 hours/week)

Schedule:US Central Standard Time (CST) Alignment | Texas Hours

Target Offshore Regions:LATAM or South Africa

Position Overview

We are seeking a technical, execution-focusedAI Systems Integratorto connect, automate, and centralize our company-wide technology stack.

In this hands-on technical role, you will work closely with the Founder, CFO, and COO to eliminate manual data entry, connect siloed software platforms (AppFolio, ClickUp, CRMs, financial suites), build AI-powered workflows, and feed real-time data into an executive dashboard.

You are a builder who understands business logic and possesses the hands-on capability to wire APIs, integrate no-code/low-code tools (Make, Zapier), and deploy practical AI solutions to keep our ecosystem running effortlessly.

Key Responsibilities
* System Integration & Automation:Architect and deploy automated data pipelines between core software platforms—including AppFolio (property management), ClickUp (task/project management), CRMs, and accounting systems—using Make, Zapier, Webhooks, and REST APIs.
* Executive Dashboard Data Feeds:Wire bi-directional data pipelines that feed operational KPIs, construction progress, property metrics, and financial summaries into a centralized visual dashboard.
* AI Workflow Engineering:Implement practical AI solutions (OpenAI/Claude API integrations, automated document processing, custom LLM prompts) to streamline document extraction, contract indexing, and routine reporting.
* Spreadsheet Elimination:Audit existing operational workflows across our construction, architecture, and sales entities, replacing static spreadsheets with dynamic, automated database structures.
* Ongoing Pipeline Optimization:Monitor automated workflows, build error-handling alerts, and maintain technical health across all integrated platforms as new ventures are onboarded.

Qualifications & Requirements
* Technical Integration Track Record:3+ years of experience as a Systems Integrator, Automation Engineer, or Technical Operations Specialist supporting fast-paced US businesses.
* Tool Stack Mastery:Advanced expertise inClickUp, AppFolio(or enterprise ERPs/property management suites),Make, Zapier, Webhooks, and relational databases.
* AI & Automation Literacy:Hands-on experience integrating LLM APIs (Claude, ChatGPT, custom agents) to automate document workflows, parsing, and reporting.
* Problem-Solving & Communication:Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to translate business requirements into reliable, automated workflows. Fluent in written and spoken English.

Tips for South African Applicants

Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

Salary in Context

Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.

Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 1819 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →

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