Senior Software Engineer

5 days ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Isazi Full time

Senior Software Engineer Join to apply for the Senior Software Engineer role at Isazi. At Isazi, we believe in the power of data to solve complex challenges and drive transformative business outcomes. Since 2012, we’ve built a team of over 50 scientists, mathematicians, and engineers who blend academic rigor with real‑world expertise. With over 175 engagements across 11 industries, we have a proven track record of helping businesses harness the power of data through cutting‑edge AI solutions. We are passionate about tackling some of the world’s hardest problems, including NP‑hard challenges, and turning them into practical, scalable solutions. Right now, Isazi is entering a new phase of growth, scaling our platforms and impact, and we’d like you to join us as we take on global challenges with creativity, rigor, and purpose. About the Sophia Team Sophia is Isazi’s next‑generation intelligent document processing platform, built to help clients automate, scale, and optimize the way they work with unstructured data. The Sophia team combines software engineering, AI, and user‑centered design to deliver powerful, production‑ready solutions for enterprises that need accuracy, speed, and adaptability in their document‑heavy workflows. Joining the Sophia team means you’ll be working at the intersection of AI, automation, and full‑stack engineering. You’ll collaborate with data scientists, product managers, and client teams to design, deploy, and evolve core components of Sophia — from AI‑driven document classification to workflow orchestration — all with a focus on solving real business problems. What you’ll be doing Designs and delivers solutions with an AI‑first mindset , leveraging data‑driven and intelligent systems to solve complex problems. Leading the design, development, and deployment of AI‑driven software solutions within the Sophia platform. Building and maintaining scalable, testable full‑stack code (Golang, Vue.js, PostgreSQL, cloud‑based and containerised environments). Architecting and optimizing production systems, which incorporate AI at many levels e.g. a document‑enabled workflow automation platform. Familiarity with incorporating AI‑driven automation or optimisation solutions (e.g., container packing, document‑template matching) is a plus. Partnering with cross‑functional teams (engineers, data scientists, product managers, and business stakeholders) to solve client challenges. Overseeing delivery for a small development team , while conducting code reviews, mentoring juniors, and guiding the technical direction of Sophia’s engineering work. Ensuring adherence to SDLC best practices and agile methodologies, balancing speed with robustness. Contributing thought leadership on AI integration, model deployment, and scalable software design. Who are you? Experienced: 6+ years of professional software engineering experience, with proven success building and deploying AI‑based products and solutions. Educated: A strong academic background, ideally with a BSc Computer Science in or equivalent — distinction‑level performance a plus. Leader: You’ve led projects or teams, showing initiative, ownership, and the ability to question assumptions rather than just execute tasks. Problem Solver: You thrive on designing elegant solutions to complex challenges and are comfortable working across the full stack. Agile Practitioner: Hands‑on experience with agile methodologies (scrum/kanban), with a track record of delivering in iterative environments. AI Enthusiast: You’re passionate about applying AI and machine learning to solve real‑world business problems. Communicates complex systems and ideas with clarity across technical and non‑technical teams. Collaborator: You value teamwork, open communication, and sharing knowledge to grow those around you. Our Process Initial screening: A call with our talent team. Technical and culture fit interview: Deep dive into your engineering and AI experience with senior Sophia engineers. Meet senior leadership to align on values and working style. Offer: If successful, we’ll extend a formal offer to join the Sophia team. Everyone belongs at Isazi We’re committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We hire based on passion and skill, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Follow up: Isazi is committed to equal opportunity and includes the following EEO statement: All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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