AI Solutions Architect

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Health insurance

Growth opportunities

Paid time off

Innovative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced AI Solutions Architect to join its technology strategy team in Randburg. You will design and define architecture for AI-powered solutions addressing complex business challenges, translating needs into robust, scalable systems.

You will collaborate with stakeholders across departments, evaluate AI/ML technologies, and provide technical leadership on best practices. A strong AI/ML background and strategic thinking are essential for driving innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related quantitative field.
• 7+ years in software development, cloud architecture, or data science with AI/ML focus.
• Experience designing enterprise-scale AI/ML solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end architectures for AI/ML solutions with scalability, performance and security.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and designs for AI initiatives.
• Evaluate and recommend AI/ML technologies, platforms, and tools for use cases.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure successful implementation of architectures.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on AI best practices and trends.
• Communicate complex concepts effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

AI/ML architectures

Cloud platforms

Stakeholder communication

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced AI Solutions Architect to join their technology strategy team in Randburg . In this role, you will be responsible for designing and defining the architecture for AI-powered solutions that address complex business challenges. You will work closely with stakeholders across various departments to understand their needs and translate them into robust, scalable, and cost-effective AI systems. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background in AI/ML, combined with excellent communication and strategic thinking skills. This is a critical role shaping the technological future of the company through intelligent applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end architectures for AI and machine learning solutions, considering scalability, performance, and security.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and solution designs for AI initiatives.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate AI/ML technologies, platforms, and tools for specific use cases.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure successful implementation of designed architectures.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on AI best practices and emerging trends.
• Communicate complex technical concepts and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 7+ years of experience in software development, cloud architecture, or data science, with a significant focus on AI/ML.
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale AI/ML solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and platforms (e.g., cloud AI services, ML frameworks).
• Strong understanding of cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their AI offerings.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and architectural design skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for significant impact and professional growth in AI strategy.
• Generous paid time off and excellent work-life balance in Randburg .
• A dynamic and innovative work environment where strategic thinking is valued.