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Senior Java AI Software Engineer - Pretoria (Hybrid) - R1.08m PA

E-Merge

Location
Pretoria, Gauteng
Work model
Hybrid
Contract
Permanent
Salary (as advertised)
R1 080 000 per year
Closing date

First listed . Last checked at source .

In brief

**Overview** This is a permanent Senior Java AI Software Engineer position based in Pretoria, offering a hybrid working model and a salary of R1.08m per annum, negotiable based on experience and ability. The role is with a dynamic technology team focused on innovative enterprise solutions, operating in a collaborative environment that values technical excellence, ownership, and innovation. The position is being recruited by E-Merge. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be involved in solving complex problems, shaping technical solutions, and building scalable systems. You will work alongside talented technology professionals and have the opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative setting. The role goes beyond just writing code, focusing on projects where your skills genuinely matter. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Well Rounded Developer with 8+ years' solid development experience * Back-end and Full Stack Development experience * Experience directing AI coding agents (e.g. Claude Code, Codex, Cursor) as part of the development workflow **Who should apply** This role is for an experienced Senior Software Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and contributing to the design and architecture of scalable systems, rather than just coding. The ideal candidate is someone ready to advance their engineering career, values technical excellence, ownership, and innovation, and thrives in a collaborative, hybrid work environment. They should possess the specified development experience and skills, including experience with AI coding agents. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/it-computer/other-it-computer/south-africa/senior-java-ai-software-engineer-pretoria-hybrid-r1.08m-pa-id-7579996 Source: jobmail

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At a glance

  • At least 8 years of experience.
  • Python
  • Java
  • TypeScript
  • Node.js
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • AWS
  • Git

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Job description

Your next big engineering challenge starts here! We're looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a dynamic technology team, working on innovative enterprise solutions that make a tangible impact. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys more than just writing code. You'll be involved in solving complex problems, shaping technical solutions, building scalable systems and working alongside talented technology professionals. You'll have the opportunity to make your mark in a collaborative environment that values technical excellence, ownership and innovation, while offering the flexibility of a hybrid working model. If you're ready to take your engineering career to the next level and work on projects where your skills genuinely matter, this could be the move for you. Must-Have Skills & Experience: * Java Certification - advantageous * AWS Certification - advantageous * Well Rounded Developer with 8+ years' solid development experience * Back-end and Full Stack Development * Experience directing AI coding agents (e.g. Claude Code, Codex, Cursor) as part of the development workflow Strong Advantages: * Java * NodeJS * Typescript * Python * PostgreSQL * MySQL Advantageous Skills: * AWS * Solid understanding of RESTful API development * Experience with version control using Git Reference Number for this position is GZ61531 which is a Permanent position based in Pretoria offering a salary of R1.08m per annum, negotiable based on experience and ability. Contact Garth on [email protected] or call 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities. Are you ready for a change of scenery? We are a specialist niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates a wide range of opportunities, ensuring we successfully match the right technology professionals with the right roles. Do you know a developer or technology specialist looking for a new opportunity? We pay cash for successful referrals! E-Merge Recruiter

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