AI/ML Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; Remote; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Performance bonuses

Remote work

Conference opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an exceptional AI/ML Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will design, build, and deploy advanced ML models, work with large datasets and state‑of‑the‑art methods, and collaborate with data scientists to produce production‑ready AI solutions.

The role emphasizes deep learning architectures, scalable pipelines, and rigorous evaluation, with strong emphasis on remote collaboration and global impact.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in CS/AI or related quantitative field.
• 3+ years hands-on experience in developing and deploying ML models.
• Proficiency in Python and ML libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Strong ML algorithms knowledge; NLP or CV is a plus.
• Experience with cloud platforms and big data processing.

Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and deploy ML models for various applications.
• Design AI algorithms and deep learning architectures.
• Process and analyze large datasets to extract insights.
• Build ML pipelines for data prep, training, evaluation.
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to productionize models.
• Optimize model performance for accuracy and scalability.
• Stay updated with AI research and advancements.
• Develop evaluation metrics and validation strategies.
• Contribute to AI system design and architecture.
• Document research methods and results clearly.

Skills

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Deep learning

Education

MS/PhD in CS/AI

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in artificial intelligence research and development, is looking for an exceptional AI/ML Engineer to join their fully remote team. This role is dedicated to designing, building, and deploying advanced machine learning models and AI-powered solutions. You will work on challenging problems, leveraging large datasets and state-of-the-art algorithms to drive innovation and create impactful products. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and programming, coupled with a passion for pushing the boundaries of AI. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking AI initiatives from the comfort of your home office, supporting technological advancements relevant to **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, train, and deploy machine learning models for various applications.
• Design and implement AI algorithms, including deep learning architectures.
• Process and analyze large, complex datasets to extract valuable insights.
• Build and maintain ML pipelines for data preprocessing, model training, and evaluation.
• Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to integrate AI models into production systems.
• Optimize model performance for accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Stay current with the latest research and advancements in AI and machine learning.
• Develop and implement effective evaluation metrics and validation strategies.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of AI systems.
• Document research, methodologies, and results clearly.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in developing and deploying machine learning models.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and extensive experience with ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, deep learning architectures (CNNs, RNNs, Transformers), and statistical modeling.
• Experience with data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques.
• Familiarity with big data technologies and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication skills for effective remote collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex projects.
• Experience with natural language processing (NLP) or computer vision is a plus.

Benefits

This role offers a highly competitive salary, generous performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement planning. Enjoy the significant advantage of a fully remote work arrangement, providing exceptional work-life balance and flexibility. Our client is committed to professional growth, offering access to leading-edge research, training programs, and opportunities to attend major AI conferences. You will be part of a globally distributed, innovative team working on transformative AI projects, with an impact that extends to regions such as **Queenstown, Eastern Cape**. We foster a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment.