Entrepreneurial Automation Engineer

SMEVentures is looking for a talented Automation Engineer to join our fast-growing company!

About SMEVentures

SMEVentures is the leading platform for entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA) in Asia Pacific. We empower the growth and sustainability of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by bridging the gap between retiring business owners and the next generation of entrepreneurial talent. Our approach honors the legacy of SMEs while injecting innovative strategies for future growth and success.

The Opportunity

Seeking an Entrepreneurial Automation Engineer who is passionate about optimizing systems and driving results! Join SMEVentures and take significant ownership of enhancing and scaling the automation engine vital to our SME sourcing. This role demands a self-starter comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving projects forward in our lean, remote-first environment. You'll tackle complex challenges with creative solutions and directly contribute to the success of the entrepreneurs we support.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and implement significant improvements to enhance the efficiency, scale, and reliability of the existing automations.
• Analyze complex and often ambiguous problems within our workflows; architect and implement creative, robust, and practical automated solutions.
• Independently drive automation projects end-to-end: including requirements analysis, solution design, planning (e.g., structuring sprints), development, rigorous testing, deployment, and creating user documentation.
• Proactively monitor automated workflows, rapidly troubleshoot operational issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective error handling and bug fixes to maintain system health.
• Quickly learn, evaluate, and apply the most suitable technologies for the task – potentially including low-code platforms (e.g., N8N), scripting (e.g., Google Apps Script, Python), APIs, databases, or AI tools.
• Communicate clearly and proactively with cross-functional teams in a distributed team environment regarding project status, potential roadblocks, and proposed solutions.

Requirements

• Independent & Entrepreneurial Drive: Highly self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented with a demonstrated ability to thrive and take ownership of initiatives in a lean, remote-first environment with minimal daily oversight.
• Exceptional Problem-Solving Skills: Proven ability to analyze complex, often ambiguous business problems, think critically and creatively, and develop robust, practical, and sometimes unconventional solutions.
• Demonstrated Automation/Engineering Experience: Significant hands-on experience (5+ years) designing, building, deploying, and maintaining automated workflows, system integrations, or software solutions that demonstrably improve business processes.
• End-to-End Project Execution Capability: Proven ability to independently manage automation projects through the entire lifecycle – from understanding needs and planning through development, testing, deployment, and post-launch support.
• Rapid Technical Learning & Adaptability: Strong aptitude and proven eagerness to quickly learn, evaluate, and effectively apply new technologies, platforms (low-code, scripting, APIs, etc.), and tools as required by the project needs.
• Effective Remote Collaboration & Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience working effectively, building rapport, and conveying technical information clearly within a distributed/remote team setting.

Benefits

• A pivotal role in a pioneering company focused on the sustainability of SMEs in the Asia Pacific.

• A chance to work with a diverse, passionate team dedicated to making a real difference.
• Opportunities to grow and wear multiple hats in a supportive, dynamic environment.

Ready to join us?

We're seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Process Automation Engineer to join our growing team. If you're passionate about automation and love developing innovative solutions, we encourage you to apply!