Job Description

AI Engineer (Expert) (Contract) - Gauteng/Hybrid - ISB111251
Our client is seeking an AI Engineer (Expert) to enhance their global IT solutions with a focus on SAP, Java, Azure, and Cloud technologies.
The mission is to innovate and implement high-quality IT solutions that ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency.
Key Highlights:
? Expert-level role
? Cloud-native focus
? Hybrid flexibility
Position Details:
Contract Duration: 01-01-2026 to 31-12-2028
Commencement Date: 01-01-2026
Location: Midrand/Menlyn/Rosslyn/Home Office rotation
Role Group: DevOps
Experience Required: 6-10 years in professional software development
Product / Team Context:
The team is dedicated to the creation and provisioning of vehicle-related data assets and compliance with focus on data protection and operational processes for the digital vehicle file.
Qualifications & Experience:
6-10 years in professional software development
Relevant degree or additional experience
Agile working experience
Essential Skills & Technologies:
Strong data engineering skills, including Python coding and data ingestion (ETL, Kafka, Apache Spark).
Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., Langchain, Langgraph, GAIA) and their integration into solutions.
Proven ability to translate business requirements into well-defined technical specifications.
Excellent communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and bridge gaps
between teams.
Experience in defining acceptance criteria and managing scope for technical deliverables.
Proficiency in frontend development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, Angular/React).
Knowledge of unit testing frameworks (Jest, pytest).
Hands-on experience with AWS services (API Gateway, Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, SQS).
Familiarity with Git and GitHub Actions for version control and CI/CD.
Understanding of UI/UX principles and RESTful APIs/GraphQL.
Adaptability to perform additional tasks under the Agile Working Model (AWM) Charter
Advantageous Skills:
Strong interest in Artificial Intelligence and specifically LLM-based applications
Problem solving capabilities
Driven and willing to learn new technologies in order to be able to solve different problems
Flexibility to take up different tasks in the project
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to work interdependently and to submit deliverables on time and with excellent quality
Ability to work within a multinational organizational structure and to work with colleagues from all over the
world
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in
writing) with both technical and non-technical colleagues / users
Strong ability to understand and interpret business needs and requirements with an aptitude to move concepts
through to proposal and successful implementation
Strong presentation skills
Above-board work ethics
Willing and able to travel internationally
Key Responsibilities:
Work with stakeholders to gather and translate requirements into actionable technical tasks.
Define project scope and align business and technical teams.
Design data pipelines, propose AI solutions, and support development cycles.
Facilitate collaboration between business, engineering teas, and EDE team.
Develop and maintain high-quality, efficient software/Custom solutions.
Build, deploy, and scale cloud applications using AWS with a focus on performance and security.
Document system designs, APIs, and key technical details.
Resolve operational issues and support new use case onboarding.
Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and project goals.
Take ownership and deliver impactful, meaningful solutions.
NB: Applicants must be South African citizens or residents, or have valid work permits. Expect feedback within a 2-week timeframe post-application.
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