Senior AI Engineer (Java)

Company: Forte Group

Forte Group is seeking a Senior AI Software Engineer (Java-focused) to help build the future of AI-driven ERP automation.
* The Goal: Develop a modern, scalable SaaS automation layer to normalize, validate, and enrich complex leasing data for seamless system onboarding
* The Method: Operate within an AI-first workflow where AI agents draft code/tests, and you set constraints, verify logic, and harden the system
* Your Role: Own end-to-end delivery slices (design to operations), translating business requirements into programmatic platform configurations while ensuring safety and correctness
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Mission Delivery
* Own delivery of automation features and technical slices end-to-end, including production support.
* Break work into small increments, keep PRs tight, and ship frequently with a bias to outcomes.
* Turn ambiguity into clarity by asking the right questions, analyzing platform configuration metadata, and aligning quickly on scope, constraints, and acceptance.
* Deliver production-grade functionality by default (security, performance, observability, auditability, maintainability).
AI-First Delivery System (How we build)
* Use AI routinely as a delivery partner for first drafts of code, data parsers, tests, docs, and runbooks, while maintaining full accountability for the result.
* Work effectively in an AI-first PDLC by shaping tasks with intent and constraints, iterating quickly, and validating outputs thoroughly.
* Apply verification discipline to AI-generated output (automated scripts, edge cases, failure modes, security, performance, and operational behavior).
* Contribute to golden paths and repeatable speed (templates, data mapping patterns, “golden prompts”, automated configuration checks) based on real delivery learnings.
* Participate actively in code review as author and reviewer, raising standards through clear, pragmatic feedback.
Technical Delivery
* Design and implement robust, maintainable software and automation tools in modern Java aligned to system architecture, service boundaries, and APIs.
* Build reliable data extraction and transformation flows using SQL/No-SQL with appropriate schema design, indexing, and migration/mapping practices.
* Implement APIs and integrations (including programmatic bulk upload, configuration parsing, or YAML/JSON generation) with consistent error handling and resilience suitable for enterprise systems.
* Write effective automated tests (unit/integration/contract as appropriate) and treat test quality as a first-class part of delivery.
* Keep documentation current as part of delivery (agents draft; you verify for correctness and usefulness).
Quality, Security & Production Readiness (Speed with Control)
* Meet “speed with control” standards: automated quality gates, security scanning, and production readiness requirements.
* Ensure observability by default in what you build (structured logs, meaningful metrics, traceability/correlation, runbook notes for key behaviors).
* Build with safe release practices in mind so changes are reversible, diagnosable, and measurable in production.
* Apply enterprise controls where required (data traceability, audit-friendly behaviors, sensible access/control considerations).
Collaboration & Culture
* Work effectively across Product, Operations, QA, and Engineering to deliver outcomes, not just output.
* Share knowledge, support peers, and contribute to a positive, high-performing culture.
* Maintain a continuous learning mindset and adopt improved practices, helping others do the same.
* Step up to unblock progress, improve reliability, and strengthen the team's delivery system when needed.
Key Competencies
Technical
* Strong experience building production systems and automation tools in modern Java with solid API design and integration fundamentals.
* Strong SQL/No-SQL and data modeling capability, including complex schema mapping and transformation logic (parsing data from text/systems of record into platform-compatible structures).
* Sound engineering judgment across correctness, failure modes, and operational behavior.
* Comfortable reviewing code for quality and risk, and receptive to feedback.
* Clear technical communication, able to explain approaches and trade-offs.
AI-First Engineering (Must Have)
* Uses AI routinely to accelerate delivery outcomes (code, tests, docs, runbooks) and verifies output rather than accepting it blindly.
* Effective in an AI-first team: delegates to agents, iterates quickly, and maintains a high verification bar.
* Contributes to team-level leverage by improving templates, data patterns, gates, and delivery playbooks.
Non-Technical
* Collaborative, reliable, and accountable; takes ownership and follows through.
* Pragmatic and delivery-focused; balances pace with quality and control.
* Customer-centric mindset for complex, mission-critical enterprise environments.
* Open, curious, and motivated to learn and improve.
Required Education & Experience
* Significant experience delivering production systems as a software engineer (typically 5+ years, depending on leveling).
* Experience with modern Java and SQL/No-SQL in production environments.
* Experience working with strong engineering standards (testing, CI/CD, reviews, observability).
* Degree in a STEM discipline or equivalent experience.
How Success Will be Measured
Measured on outcomes and how they’re achieved: faster delivery, production-grade quality, and controlled change.
* Flow: DORA metrics (lead time, deploy frequency, change failure rate, MTTR).
* Quality: Quality Health Indicator (defect escape, time to resolve, severity trend, etc.).
* DX: Developer Experience Score (shipping friction, golden path usability).
* AI leverage: automation throughput up without rework/escapes; high adoption of AI workflow & golden paths.
* Assurance: automated gates coverage (tests/security/observability/performance) and review effectiveness (low rollback/rework).
* Production & controls: SLO attainment, incident/severity trend, and audit-ready traceability of changes/approvals.
* Behaviors: AI-first by default (delegates to agents, sets constraints, verifies and approves); direction over heroics; verification discipline; enablement mindset; fast learning loops; control-aware decisions.
Associated Values and Behaviours
* Personable and approachable, with an enthusiastic, motivational nature and a passion for excellence.
* Operates with integrity and accountability; sets a high bar while creating an environment where others can succeed.
* Culturally aware and inclusive; collaborates respectfully across disciplines and backgrounds.
We offer
* Work your way — anywhere, anytime. Our remote-first approach lets you choose where and how you work best!
* Experience working with diverse teams and gaining international expertise.
* A friendly, supportive team and an enjoyable work environment where your ideas matter.
* A chance to work on exciting, challenging projects using cutting-edge technologies that make a real impact.
* Comprehensive health insurance, corporate psychologist access, and partial sports activity coverage.
* Free training programs, reimbursement for certifications, and access to online learning platforms to fuel your growth.
* Paid vacation, public holidays, and sick leave are fully covered by Forte Group.
* Referral bonuses, regular performance reviews, and full support for business trips.
* Corporate events and holiday presents.
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