Senior Ai-Augmented Software Lead / Architect / Developer

Avatar International SA; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech innovator in gambling is seeking a high-impact leader to design intelligent, serverless platforms in Durban. You will mentor new developers and leverage cutting-edge technologies such as TypeScript, Node.js, and AWS while contributing to groundbreaking innovations in the gambling industry. This hybrid role offers flexibility and the chance to make a significant impact in an evolving landscape.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• Expertise in serverless systems and AI development tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of scalable, serverless systems for gameplay.
• Architect modular solutions using modern technologies.
• Integrate blockchain APIs and design secure components.

Skills

TypeScript

Node.js

AWS

C#

Blockchain Architecture Design

Blockchain APIs

SQL

Azure

Job description

Bullet Points

• This is a hybrid role, based in Durban, candidates from Gauteng will also be considered
• A competitive salary
• Experience level: 5+ years

Location

Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Language

English

Industry

Gambling Tech / AI-Driven Gaming

About The Role

This is a high-impact leadership role where you will design intelligent, serverless platforms, from an AI Promo Manager to a real-time RNG game backend, while mentoring a new generation of AI-native developers.

If you're passionate about full-stack innovation, modular architecture, and leveraging LLM tooling to supercharge development, this is your playground.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable, serverless systems for gameplay and user engagement
• Architect modular solutions using TypeScript, Node.js, AWS, and C#
• Integrate blockchain APIs and design secure, decentralized components
• Use AI development tools like Cursor and New to accelerate delivery
• Conduct design reviews and mentor junior engineers in AI-native workflows
• Collaborate with product owners to translate vision into robust technical execution

Must-have skills

5 Years Experience - Essential

• TypeScript
• Nodejs
• AWS
• C#

2 years experience - essential

• Blockchain Architecture Design
• Blockchain APIs

Nice-to-have skills

• SQL
• Azure

Why Join Our Client

They offer a flexible work environment, with the option to work remotely or onsite. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies including TypeScript, Node.js, AWS/GCP, and various AI tools. Join our clients' team to push the boundaries of AI integration in software development and make a significant impact in the evolving landscape of the gambling industry.