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AI-First Java Developer (SOF05916)

Software Engineering
Pune
About Us
Zycus is a global leader in Source-to-Pay (S2P) procurement software, helping large enterprises drive efficiency, compliance, and measurable value across their procurement and finance operations. Trusted by leading Fortune 1000 organizations worldwide, Zycus enables procurement teams to move from cost control to strategic value creation.
At the core of Zycus’ platform is Merlin AI, an advanced AI-powered engine that brings intelligence, automation, and predictive insights across the entire procurement lifecycle—from sourcing and contract management to procurement, invoicing, and supplier management. Merlin AI empowers Chief Procurement Officers and finance leaders to make faster, smarter decisions with real-time visibility and actionable insights.
Zycus is consistently recognized by top industry analysts such as Gartner, Forrester, and IDC for its innovation, depth of functionality, and strong customer outcomes. Known for its enterprise-grade solutions, global delivery model, and customer-first mindset, Zycus partners closely with organizations to modernize procurement and unlock long-term business value.
With a strong global presence across North America, EMEA, and APAC, Zycus continues to invest aggressively in product innovation, AI-led capabilities, and brand leadership—shaping the future of intelligent procurement.

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer:
Zycus is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. All hiring decisions will be based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the job requirements.
Job Description

About Zycus

Zycus is transforming enterprise procurement through AI-native architecture. At the core of our platform is Merlin AI, an agentic AI engine powering autonomous workflows across Source-to-Pay.
We are building enterprise software where AI is not a feature — it is the foundation.
We are hiring AI-Native Java Engineers who combine strong backend fundamentals with AI-augmented development practices.
Your primary stack will be Java + Spring Boot + Microservices — but your real multiplier will be AI.

Who We Are Looking For

This role is for developers who already work with AI daily.
You:
  • Use AI copilots as your primary coding companion
  • Think in prompts before implementations
  • Understand how LLMs reason
  • Engineer context deliberately
  • Measure productivity through AI leverage
We are hiring AI-Native Java Engineers who combine strong backend fundamentals with AI-augmented development practices.
Your primary stack will be Java + Spring Boot + Microservices — but your real multiplier will be AI.

Roles and Responsibilities

AI-Augmented Engineering
  • Build backend systems using AI copilots like: GitHub Copilot Cursor ChatGPT
  • Use AI for: Code generation Refactoring Test case generation Performance tuning Documentation
  • Apply prompt engineering & context engineering to produce production-grade outputs
  • Continuously experiment with AI tooling to improve development velocity
Core Backend Engineering
  • Design and develop scalable Java backend services
  • Architect Microservices using Spring Boot
  • Implement REST APIs, transaction management, and concurrency handling
  • Work with relational databases and JPA/Hibernate
  • Contribute to scalable, cloud-ready systems
AI-Aware System Design
  • Design systems that can integrate with AI agents
  • Think in automation layers
  • Build APIs that are AI-consumable
  • Collaborate in building AI-powered enterprise workflows
This is a role for engineers who believe AI is the new IDE.
Job Requirement

Required Skills & Experience

  • 2–5 years strong hands-on Java backend experience
  • Deep knowledge of: Core Java Spring Boot Microservices REST APIs SQL databases
  • Active daily usage of AI coding assistants
  • Working knowledge of: LLM fundamentals (tokens, embeddings, context windows – conceptual understanding) Prompt engineering techniques Context management for large codebases
  • Strong problem-solving mindset

Preferred Qualifications

  • Built internal AI tools or automation scripts
  • Experience integrating AI APIs into applications
  • Exposure to event-driven architecture (Kafka, messaging systems)
  • Familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes

Why Join Us

  • Work on cutting-edge applications powered by AI-assisted development workflows.
  • Collaborate with a forward-thinking engineering team that values innovation and continuous learning.
  • Access to premium AI development tools to boost productivity and code quality.
  • Competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for career advancement

About Zycus:
Zycus, recognized by leading analyst firms in procurement technology, empowers teams to unlock deep value through its comprehensive Source-to-Pay (S2P) solutions. At the heart of our S2P solution is the Merlin Agentic Platform, which orchestrates intelligent AI agents to deliver simplified, efficient, and compliant processes.
The Merlin Intake Agent offers business users unparalleled ease of use, increasing adoption rates and significantly reducing non-compliant spending. For procurement teams, the Merlin Autonomous Negotiation Agent handles tail spend autonomously, securing additional savings; the Merlin Contract Agent helps draft compliant contracts and reduces risks by actively monitoring them; and the Merlin AP Agent further enhances efficiency by automating invoice processing with exceptional speed and accuracy.