SAf Software Developer
SMEC Services Pty Limited
Posted
Mar 19, 2026
Location
Remote
Type
Full-time
Mission
What you will drive
Location Johannesburg & Cape Town
REPORTS TO The Section Manager or other professional consultant or any other person appointed to supervise him/her from time to time.
PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE
Responsible for designing and developing software applications as well as co-ordinating with the rest of the team on different layers of infrastructure.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Infrastructure & Deployment
• Set up and maintain AI development and production infrastructure
• Build data ingestion and transformation pipelines
• Deploy AI models to production environments
• Create APIs to make ML models accessible to other applications
• Automate infrastructure for Data Science team use
Model Development
• Build AI models from scratch aligned with business needs
• Optimize classifiers using advanced ML techniques
• Develop minimum viable products (MVPs) based on ML methods
• Create automated anomaly detection systems with performance monitoring
• Test models thoroughly before deployment
Data Management
• Process, cleanse and verify data integrity for analysis
• Enhance data collection procedures for building analytics systems
• Extend company data with third-party sources when needed
• Perform data mining using state-of-the-art methods
• Enable process automation through machine learning
Business Support, Growth & Innovation
Help product managers and stakeholders understand AI capabilities and limitations
Translate model results into actionable business insights
Create visualizations and interactive reports using BI/analytics tools
Perform ad-hoc analysis with clear result presentation
Enable novel business capabilities through AI applications
Work independently and self-motivated to deliver accurate models/drawings to a high standard within deadlines.
Stay current with latest AI research relevant to business domain
Identify opportunities to implement emerging AI technologies
Develop innovative solutions that enhance business operations
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
• Work independently as well as part of a team
• Alignment with company vision, goals and values
• Proficient in Python, with a good knowledge of its ecosystems
• Demonstrated understanding of object-oriented programming
• Proficiency in database knowledge and understanding, including MSSQL and PostGIS
Education & Experience and Technical Skills
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant professional experience
• Experience in engineering and geospatial domains (preferred)
• Proven track record implementing AI/ML solutions
• Strong foundation in object-oriented programming
• Proficiency in statistical programming languages (Python, R, SAS, or MATLAB)
• Experience building AI models using frameworks like PyTorch and Keras
• Knowledge of web services and API development
• Database expertise with Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL
• Ability to write stored procedures, views, functions, and triggers
• Demonstrated commitment to AI learning through self-directed initiatives (courses, books, side projects)
• Evidence of staying current with emerging AI technologies and methodologies
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Motivated and highly driven
Committed to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design and quality product
delivery
Visionary and self-starter with a view to seeing business process optimisation and development/streamlining.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
Capacity to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Strong analytical skills and the ability to think critically and solve complex problems using data-driven approaches. A keen eye for detail, curiosity, and a passion for finding insights and patterns in data
We are proud of the brilliant minds we have at SMEC and are committed to ensuring that our people have the best opportunities and resources to learn, grow and succeed. Our hiring decisions are guided by skills, qualifications and experience, ensuring fair and equitable access to opportunities for all. We are intentional about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, not as a requirement, but as a fundamental part of who we are. We strive to create a workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced, fresh ideas are encouraged, and everyone has the support they need to thrive. At SMEC, every individual has a voice, and through our commitment to engineering positive change, every contribution makes a difference.
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Location Johannesburg & Cape Town
REPORTS TO The Section Manager or other professional consultant or any other person appointed to supervise him/her from time to time.
PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE
Responsible for designing and developing software applications as well as co-ordinating with the rest of the team on different layers of infrastructure.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Infrastructure & Deployment
• Set up and maintain AI development and production infrastructure
• Build data ingestion and transformation pipelines
• Deploy AI models to production environments
• Create APIs to make ML models accessible to other applications
• Automate infrastructure for Data Science team use
Model Development
• Build AI models from scratch aligned with business needs
• Optimize classifiers using advanced ML techniques
• Develop minimum viable products (MVPs) based on ML methods
• Create automated anomaly detection systems with performance monitoring
• Test models thoroughly before deployment
Data Management
• Process, cleanse and verify data integrity for analysis
• Enhance data collection procedures for building analytics systems
• Extend company data with third-party sources when needed
• Perform data mining using state-of-the-art methods
• Enable process automation through machine learning
Business Support, Growth & Innovation
Help product managers and stakeholders understand AI capabilities and limitations
Translate model results into actionable business insights
Create visualizations and interactive reports using BI/analytics tools
Perform ad-hoc analysis with clear result presentation
Enable novel business capabilities through AI applications
Work independently and self-motivated to deliver accurate models/drawings to a high standard within deadlines.
Stay current with latest AI research relevant to business domain
Identify opportunities to implement emerging AI technologies
Develop innovative solutions that enhance business operations
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
• Work independently as well as part of a team
• Alignment with company vision, goals and values
• Proficient in Python, with a good knowledge of its ecosystems
• Demonstrated understanding of object-oriented programming
• Proficiency in database knowledge and understanding, including MSSQL and PostGIS
Education & Experience and Technical Skills
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant professional experience
• Experience in engineering and geospatial domains (preferred)
• Proven track record implementing AI/ML solutions
• Strong foundation in object-oriented programming
• Proficiency in statistical programming languages (Python, R, SAS, or MATLAB)
• Experience building AI models using frameworks like PyTorch and Keras
• Knowledge of web services and API development
• Database expertise with Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL
• Ability to write stored procedures, views, functions, and triggers
• Demonstrated commitment to AI learning through self-directed initiatives (courses, books, side projects)
• Evidence of staying current with emerging AI technologies and methodologies
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Motivated and highly driven
Committed to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design and quality product
delivery
Visionary and self-starter with a view to seeing business process optimisation and development/streamlining.
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
Capacity to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Strong analytical skills and the ability to think critically and solve complex problems using data-driven approaches. A keen eye for detail, curiosity, and a passion for finding insights and patterns in data
We are proud of the brilliant minds we have at SMEC and are committed to ensuring that our people have the best opportunities and resources to learn, grow and succeed. Our hiring decisions are guided by skills, qualifications and experience, ensuring fair and equitable access to opportunities for all. We are intentional about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, not as a requirement, but as a fundamental part of who we are. We strive to create a workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced, fresh ideas are encouraged, and everyone has the support they need to thrive. At SMEC, every individual has a voice, and through our commitment to engineering positive change, every contribution makes a difference.
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
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