Johannesburg: AI + Power Automate posted by Magnus Consulting Solutions Pty Ltd

March 9, 2026 Jobs in Central Johannesburg

Magnus Consulting Solutions Pty Ltd

Gauteng

Other IT/Computer

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced AI developer to join our team in Johannesburg for a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating agents, automating processes, and integrating AI into business workflows using Microsoft Copilot and Power Automate.

Key Responsibilities

Create custom agents (formerly Power Virtual Agents) in Copilot Studio
Design end-to-end automation flows in Power Automate (Cloud & Desktop Flows)
Integrate Copilot with external systems (e.g., Salesforce, Jira, SQL) using REST APIs
Structure data for AI consumption and manage Dataverse
Develop specialized, repeatable workflows through “Claude Skills” and advanced prompting
Create clear, structured prompts (using XML tags, few-shot prompting, and system prompts)
Write helper scripts and leverage Anthropic APIs in Python or TypeScript
Configure Claude to run code, use bash tools, or read files

Requirements

AI Literacy: Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs), natural language processing (NLP), and how to apply them to business scenarios
Software Development Basics: Proficiency in Git version control, Agile methodologies, and software debugging
Data Handling: Skills in data cleaning, processing, and visualization to prepare data for AI consumption
Azure Cloud Concepts: Knowledge of Azure AI Services and security
Machine Learning: Regression (linear logic), Decision Trees, Gradient Boosting, Clustering with K-Means

Qualifications

Formal education/certifications not specified

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The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.

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In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.

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Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.

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