Senior Java AI Software Engineer
Permanent senior engineer role in Pretoria (hybrid) for a developer with 8+ years' experience building scalable enterprise systems. Day-to-day back-end/full-stack work in Java, NodeJS, TypeScript and Python on AWS with PostgreSQL/MySQL, directing AI coding agents (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor) in the workflow. ~R1.08m/yr.
- Compensation
- ZAR 1.1M / yr
- Location
- Pretoria, South Africa
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Category
- Ai engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 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
Nice to have
- Java certification
- AWS certification
- Java
- NodeJS
- TypeScript
- Python
- PostgreSQL
- MySQL
- Solid understanding of RESTful API development
- Experience with version control using Git
Full 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 and 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.