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Artificial Intelligence Software Developer

Software developers who design, build, and deploy intelligent applications by integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning models, generative AI, automation, and modern software-development technologies.

FTK-AI-001 NQF 5 209 credits
Overview

About this qualification

Software developers who design, build, and deploy intelligent applications by integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning models, generative AI, automation, and modern software-development technologies.

Strategic value

  • Enables organisations to embed AI capabilities directly into software products and business applications.
  • Automates complex processes and improves software functionality through intelligent technologies.
  • Supports the development of scalable AI-powered products and digital services.

Advantages

  • Combines software development with one of the fastest-growing areas of technology.
  • Enables developers to build AI-powered applications, assistants, automation tools, and intelligent platforms.
  • Strong potential for application across virtually every technology-driven industry.

Considerations

  • AI frameworks, models, and development tools evolve rapidly and require continuous learning.
  • Developers must understand responsible AI, data privacy, security, and model-performance considerations.

Market indicators

  • South Africa: R40,000 – R90,000 per month
  • International: $6,000 – $15,000 per month