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Senior Java Developer (AI)

The Legends Agency

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 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.)

Requirements:

  • Lead complex software delivery as a Senior Java Developer with 5+ years of experience
  • Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications with strong emphasis on quality and performance
  • Utilize AI-assisted coding tools (Cursor, GitHub Copilot, TabNine) to boost efficiency and productivity
  • Mentor and guide developers in adopting AI tools and techniques

Job description

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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