Senior Java Developer (AI)

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

5WV868VR

Date posted:

Monday, September 22, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market-Related

SUMMARY:
As a Senior Java Developer, you will design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java applications while leveraging AI-powered coding tools to accelerate delivery and improve quality.

POSITION INFO:

Senior Java Developer (AI)
Shape the future of software development by combining Java expertise with cutting-edge AI-powered coding tools.
Remote, R700 per hour, 12-month contract (Financial Services sector)

About Our Client
Our client is a forward-thinking technology partner to the financial services industry, driving innovation through advanced engineering practices and emerging tools. They are pioneering the integration of AI-assisted coding into enterprise-scale projects, offering developers the opportunity to stay at the forefront of software delivery.

The Role: Senior Java Developer (AI)
As a Senior Java Developer, you will design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java applications while leveraging AI-powered coding tools to accelerate delivery and improve quality. You''ll mentor team members, introduce new practices, and play a key role in shaping how AI enhances modern development workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Bring 5+ years of experience as a Senior Java Developer to lead complex software delivery.
Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications with strong attention to quality and performance.
Utilize AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot, TabNine) to boost efficiency and productivity.
Apply software engineering best practices to produce clean, scalable, and maintainable code.
Mentor and guide developers in adopting AI tools and techniques.
Participate in architectural discussions, code reviews, and technical decision-making.
Continuously research and experiment with emerging AI techniques and technologies.

About You

5+ years of professional Java development experience with a proven track record in delivering enterprise projects.
Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and related technologies.
Solid grasp of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.
Exposure to or interest in AI-powered coding tools (Cursor, GitHub Copilot, TabNine, etc.).
Ability to critically evaluate and refine AI-generated code.
Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, collaborative mindset.
Nice-to-have: experience introducing new development tools or methodologies, cloud knowledge (AWS, Azure, GCP), and familiarity with Agile/Scrum.

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