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

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Company: e-Merge Recruitment

Category: Information & Communication Technology

Location: South Africa

Work type: Full-time

Work arrangement: On-site

Published: 2026-09-14

Expires: 2026-10-29

## 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 garthz@e-merge.co.za or call 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

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## Requirements

Apply by email: garthz@e-merge.co.za

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