Data Scientist (Senior)- AI, LLMs, ServiceNow, Data Engineering

Abalobi Solutions

Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Benoni, Gauteng
Contract type: Full time
Remote

We are looking for an experienced Senior Data Engineer to join a high-performing technology team delivering innovative Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Management solutions for enterprise IT operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Data Engineer with strong experience in Large Language Models (LLMs), AI Agents, JavaScript, ServiceNow, Big Data Engineering and AI-driven automation. You will be responsible for designing, developing and supporting next-generation AI solutions that improve IT operations while working within an Agile, collaborative and innovative environment.

Essential Skills

Technical Skills

  • Experience in building AI applications based on Large Language Models (Prompt Engineering, RAG Pipelines, Embeddings, Orchestration)
  • Experience in building complex AI Agents, ideally based on N8N or ServiceNow
  • Experience in using AI for DevOps (GitHub Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot)
  • Strong JavaScript development experience (essential)
  • Understanding and expertise in standard software development methodologies and design patterns
  • Experience in Big Data Engineering and Management
  • Experience integrating REST APIs, MCP, Event-driven Systems (Kafka, Message Queues), Webhooks and Asynchronous Processing
  • Experience with Git and CI/CD Pipelines
  • Experience integrating complex business information and technical requirements
  • Experience working within Agile methodologies
  • Ability to conceptualise complex information while maintaining attention to technical detail

Soft Skills

  • Passion for emerging technologies and Artificial Intelligence
  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies and tools
  • Self-motivated with strong self-learning capability
  • Ability to understand complex business and technical environments
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to engage with stakeholders across all organisational levels
  • Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
  • Proactive approach to process improvement
  • Flexible and adaptable team player
  • Comfortable working in virtual and hybrid environments
  • Knowledge-sharing mindset to mentor and support colleagues
  • Ability to contribute positively to collaborative decision-making

Advantageous Skills

  • Deep ServiceNow expertise
  • Experience with ServiceNow Predictive Intelligence
  • Experience with ServiceNow Agent Studio
  • ServiceNow custom application development
  • ServiceNow Script Includes
  • Business Rules
  • Client Scripts
  • Now Assist
  • Enterprise IT Service Management (ITSM)
  • ITIL V4
  • Common Service Data Model (CSDM)
  • Configuration Management Database (CMDB)
  • UI Builder
  • Service Portal Designer
  • Themes and Widgets
  • Build innovative AI features that improve enterprise IT operations.
  • Develop custom applications using the ServiceNow platform.
  • Develop AI solutions using agentic frameworks such as N8N and other enterprise AI frameworks.
  • Review, optimise and streamline existing application code.
  • Design and develop new platform features and enhancements.
  • Support, maintain and improve existing production features.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, user guides, operational manuals and development standards.
  • Train and support team members on newly developed features and solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality AI and data engineering solutions.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews and retrospectives.
  • Information Technology qualification.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in Information Technology, specifically with ServiceNow development (not only end-user experience).
  • Fluent English communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Experience working within international and cross-functional teams.
  • ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (advantageous).
  • ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (advantageous).

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your updated CV to:

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