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Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

BIT /Jess

Date posted:

Friday, July 18, 2025

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

Salary:

800 000 Annually

SUMMARY:

ð Software Engineer

Location: Centurion

We’re looking for a skilled Software Engineer to join our client's team. This role is primarily focused on guiding SGD products through the RTCA DO-178C software development life cycle — from planning and requirements gathering to development, testing, and project closure. You'll also support other embedded projects requiring a similar skill set but without the full rigor of RTCA compliance.

POSITION INFO:

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• Key Responsibilities
• Translate system-level requirements into high-level software specifications
• Develop and review DO-178C/V-Model software documentation
• Write test cases and perform software verification and validation
• Design and develop embedded and application-level software (C/C++)
• Contribute to defect investigation, resolution, and integration activities
• Provide technical leadership within a small SCRUM-based team
  
  

• Your Skills & Experience
• 5+ years of software development experience
• Proficiency in C/C++
• Experience in safety-critical software environments
• Familiarity with the DO-178C process and the V-model lifecycle
• Exposure to military systems (advantageous)
  
  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (BEng/BSc)
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Advertising Services

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Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary)
Tshwane - Pretoria, GP 0081 ZA

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari (formerly known as Aurecon) is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high-performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done, and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

We are actively seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Resident Engineer/Engineers Representative (Renewable Energy). In this position, you will join our Transport business on a fixed-term contract employment basis, where you will play an integral part in a team of highly skilled specialists that ‘bring ideas to life’ for our clients across all types of transport-related projects.

The projects will entail providing Professional Services as the Owners Engineer for the Construction phase of Renewable Energy Projects. These projects are located in Limpopo and Free State provinces and will require support for Balance of Plant for a period between 6 and 12 months.

Here are the key things you will do to ‘bring ideas to life’:

• This role will report to the Civil Lead Engineer as the Engineers Representative.
• Operate independently and strictly according to the requirements of the contract.
• Monitor and report all activities on the construction site.
• Ensure that the project is constructed in accordance with the approved construction drawings, schedule, and specifications, and document these activities accordingly.
• Monitor and support reviews, material inspections, and safety inspections.
• Monitor and support quality assurance on site and time frame management.

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum Certificate NTS (1,2,3) in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• A minimum of ten (10) years post-graduate experience in Civil Engineering and Electrical Engineering works, preferably in the renewable energy field.

Preference will be given to Applicants who possess:

• At least eight (8) years’ experience as Resident Engineer/Engineers Representative on Civil Engineering and Electrical Engineering Renewable energy.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary)
Tshwane - Pretoria, GP 0081 ZA

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari (formerly known as Aurecon) is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high-performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done, and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

We are actively seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Resident Engineer/Engineers Representative (Renewable Energy). In this position, you will join our Transport business on a fixed-term contract employment basis, where you will play an integral part in a team of highly skilled specialists that ‘bring ideas to life’ for our clients across all types of transport-related projects.

The projects will entail providing Professional Services as the Owners Engineer for the Construction phase of Renewable Energy Projects. These projects are located in Limpopo and Free State provinces and will require support for Balance of Plant for a period between 6 and 12 months.

Here are the key things you will do to ‘bring ideas to life’:

• This role will report to the Civil Lead Engineer as the Engineers Representative.
• Operate independently and strictly according to the requirements of the contract.
• Monitor and report all activities on the construction site.
• Ensure that the project is constructed in accordance with the approved construction drawings, schedule, and specifications, and document these activities accordingly.
• Monitor and support reviews, material inspections, and safety inspections.
• Monitor and support quality assurance on site and time frame management.

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum Certificate NTS (1,2,3) in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• A minimum of ten (10) years post-graduate experience in Civil Engineering and Electrical Engineering works, preferably in the renewable energy field.

Preference will be given to Applicants who possess:

• At least eight (8) years’ experience as Resident Engineer/Engineers Representative on Civil Engineering and Electrical Engineering Renewable energy.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary)
Tshwane - Pretoria, GP 0081 ZA

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari (formerly known as Aurecon) is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high-performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done, and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

We are actively seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Resident Engineer/Engineers Representative (Renewable Energy). In this position, you will join our Transport business on a fixed-term contract employment basis, where you will play an integral part in a team of highly skilled specialists that ‘bring ideas to life’ for our clients across all types of transport-related projects.

The projects will entail providing Professional Services as the Owners Engineer for the Construction phase of Renewable Energy Projects. These projects are located in Limpopo and Free State provinces and will require support for Balance of Plant for a period between 6 and 12 months.

Here are the key things you will do to ‘bring ideas to life’:

• This role will report to the Civil Lead Engineer as the Engineers Representative.
• Operate independently and strictly according to the requirements of the contract.
• Monitor and report all activities on the construction site.
• Ensure that the project is constructed in accordance with the approved construction drawings, schedule, and specifications, and document these activities accordingly.
• Monitor and support reviews, material inspections, and safety inspections.
• Monitor and support quality assurance on site and time frame management.

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum Certificate NTS (1,2,3) in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• A minimum of ten (10) years post-graduate experience in Civil Engineering and Electrical Engineering works, preferably in the renewable energy field.

Preference will be given to Applicants who possess:

• At least eight (8) years’ experience as Resident Engineer/Engineers Representative on Civil Engineering and Electrical Engineering Renewable energy.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

We have an amazing opportunity for Electrical Engineers based in Western Cape (Durbanville, George, Stellenbosch) .

Type: Permanent

Level: Mid-Senior Level

Key Requirements:

1. Bachelors or Honors Degree in Electrical Engineering.
2. Minimum of a couple of years of experience in building services.
3. Strong technical skills and knowledge of engineering principles.
4. Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
5. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Personal Attributes:

1. Proactive and self-motivated individuals who can work independently.
2. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
3. Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and deadlines.
4. Passion for engineering and a desire to contribute to innovative solutions.

Reference: NES -RS-1
A popular hospital group is seeking the services of an Engineer skilled in facilities management.

• Oversee the maintenance and operation of all building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and security.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to ensure optimal performance and longevity of facilities.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify and address maintenance issues promptly.
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for repairs, upgrades, and installations.
• Manage budgets and expenses related to facility maintenance and improvement projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in facilities management or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems and maintenance best practices.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

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We are looking for a talented AI Engineer with 2–3 years of experience in building and deploying AI/ML solutions. The ideal candidate will be passionate about applying cutting-edge AI techniques—including Natural Language Processing (NLP), Generative AI, Conversational AI, and Computer Vision—to solve complex real-world problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy AI/ML models across NLP, Generative AI, LLMs, Conversational AI, Agentic AI Systems, Audio Processing, and Computer Vision.
• Implement advanced AI solutions leveraging frameworks such as LangChain, RAG, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face, and Scikit-learn.
• Work with Python, R, SQL, and distributed frameworks like PySpark to process, analyze, and model large datasets.
• Integrate AI models into production systems using APIs and application frameworks (e.g., Flask, FastAPI, Streamlit).
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product teams to deliver end-to-end AI solutions.
• Optimize model performance, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and reliability in deployment.
• Apply version control practices (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) and Agile tools (e.g., JIRA).
• Leverage cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for AI model training, deployment, and monitoring.
• Develop clear visualizations and insights using tools such as Matplotlib, Seaborn, and Plotly.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of proven experience in AI/ML engineering.
• Strong background in NLP, LLMs, Conversational AI, Generative AI, Agentic AI Systems, Computer Vision, and Audio Processing.
• Hands-on expertise with AI frameworks and tools: LangChain, RAG, PyTorch, AutoGen, TensorFlow, Keras, Hugging Face, OpenAI APIs, Scikit-learn, FastAI.
• Strong programming skills in Python (must-have), with additional experience in R, SQL, NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, PySpark.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for AI/ML workloads.
• Familiarity with visualization libraries and tools for insights (Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly).
• Practical knowledge of version control (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) and Agile project management (JIRA).
• Experience deploying AI solutions into production using Flask, FastAPI, Elasticsearch, Streamlit, or similar tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Relevant certifications in AI/ML, cloud technologies, or data science are advantageous.

We are seeking a skilled AI/ML Engineer to design, build, and deploy scalable machine learning and AI solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with LLMs, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), MLOps pipelines, and system integrations, while ensuring compliance and security standards are met. This role involves close collaboration with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver production-ready AI systems that drive business value.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize AI/ML models with LLMs, RAG, vector databases, and modern ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face).
• Implement MLOps practices, including CI/CD for ML, model deployment, monitoring, and retraining workflows.
• Design and integrate systems using REST, GraphQL, and gRPC APIs, as well as microservices architecture.
• Utilize Docker, Kubernetes, and orchestration tools for containerization and scaling AI workloads.
• Build and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines to process structured and unstructured data across SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Deploy and manage AI workloads on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards (OAuth, JWT, data encryption, GDPR, HIPAA).
• Write clean, efficient code in Python, with additional integrations in Java, Go, or
• Leverage Terraform, Ansible, and automation scripts for cloud infrastructure and deployment automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of AI solutions into business applications.

Requirements

• Strong experience with AI/ML engineering, particularly LLMs, RAG, and vector databases.
• Hands-on expertise in PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face, and other ML frameworks.
• Knowledge of MLOps workflows, CI/CD for ML, and monitoring/retraining models in production.
• Proven background in system integration with APIs, microservices, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Data engineering skills, including SQL/NoSQL, ETL/ELT, and handling large datasets.
• Proficiency in at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Understanding of security and compliance requirements, including OAuth, JWT, GDPR, HIPAA.
• Strong programming skills in Python; working knowledge of Java, Go, or
• Familiarity with Terraform, Ansible, and DevOps tools for automation.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Relevant certifications in AI/ML, cloud platforms, or DevOps are advantageous.