Entry Level AI Engineer (C#/.NET) Fixed Term Contract Pretoria
Arid Talent Solutions · Pretoria, Gauteng
Overview
Arid Talent Solutions is looking for an Entry Level AI Engineer to join their Pretoria team on a fixed term contract. You will work with C#/.NET, AI agents, large language models and Microsoft Azure to build intelligent, production grade solutions. This is a great chance to grow your skills in agent frameworks, cloud delivery and modern AI ways of working within an Agile, international team.
About the role
As an Entry Level AI Engineer, you will be part of a cross functional, international Agile team building AI enabled applications. Your day to day work will focus on designing and maintaining configurable AI agents using C#/.NET and Microsoft Agent Framework, integrating large language models and enterprise services, and implementing agent to agent communication using MCP and A2A standards.
You will also containerise, deploy, monitor and support applications on Microsoft Azure using Docker and AKS, supported by automated testing and CI/CD pipelines. Expect to collaborate on technical design and code reviews, drive AI native ways of working within the team, and provide DevOps support, including standby rotation after hours, on weekends and public holidays as needed.
Application note: Please apply with a detailed and updated CV plus your SA ID. A skills matrix will be shared with shortlisted candidates. Communication will only be with shortlisted candidates. Applications can be sent to jino@aridconsulting.co.za.
Requirements
- A relevant degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience
- Strong working knowledge of modern C# and .NET, backend development, REST APIs, asynchronous programming, automated testing and software engineering best practices
- Practical experience developing AI enabled applications and integrating LLM services, including prompting, tool/function calling, structured outputs and conversation/context management
- Experience with Microsoft Agent Framework, Semantic Kernel or similar AI/agent frameworks
- Understanding of Model Context Protocol (MCP) and Agent to Agent (A2A) concepts, with implementation experience being highly beneficial
- Experience with Microsoft Azure, Docker and Kubernetes/AKS, together with Git, CI/CD, monitoring and production support practices
- Solid professional experience developing backend applications using C#/.NET
- Experience developing and supporting production grade software solutions throughout the software development lifecycle
- Willing and able to be on standby after hours, on weekends and on public holidays as per rotation schedules
Responsibilities
- Design, build and maintain configurable AI agent capabilities using C#/.NET and Microsoft Agent Framework
- Develop agentic solutions that integrate LLMs, tools, APIs and enterprise services, including orchestration and context management
- Implement and maintain agent and tool integrations using MCP, A2A and related interoperability standards
- Containerise, deploy, monitor and support applications using Docker, Microsoft Azure and AKS, supported by automated testing and CI/CD
- Deliver secure, reliable and maintainable software, participate in technical design and code reviews, and collaborate within an Agile cross functional team
- Use and drive AI native ways of working and AI tooling within the team
- Provide support for existing solutions (DevOps), including standby
Job details
- Organisation
- Arid Talent Solutions
- Location
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- Job type
- Contract
- Experience level
- Entry
- Education
- Diploma
- Category
- IT & Software Development
- Application Email
- jino@aridconsulting.co.za
- Application Method
- Apply via email
Success Guide
This entry level AI Engineer role at Arid Talent Solutions is a strong fit if you have a foundation in C#/.NET and a real interest in AI agents and large language models. When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows any backend development work you have done, especially using C# and .NET, and mention any exposure to AI tools or frameworks like Semantic Kernel or Microsoft Agent Framework.
Remember to attach a detailed, updated CV and a copy of your SA ID. The listing says a skills matrix will be shared with shortlisted candidates, so be ready to outline your technical skills clearly. Communication is only with shortlisted candidates, so keep your application concise and focused on the required technologies. Good luck!
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