Senior AI/ML Solutions Architect

Placements24; Queenstown; Híbrido; NZD 267.000 - 338.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

highly competitive salary

comprehensive health and retirement

generous paid time off

budget for professional development

home office equipment stipend

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior AI/ML Solutions Architect for a remote-first position. You will design and architect cutting-edge AI/ML solutions for enterprise clients, guiding design, development, and implementation from concept through to deployment.

You will lead technical discussions, mentor junior architects, and stay ahead of trends in AI, ML, and cloud technologies while collaborating with clients and internal teams across multiple time zones.

Formación

• Master's or Ph.D. in CS, Engineering or related quantitative field.
• 7+ years in solutions architecture or technical leadership with AI/ML focus.
• Experience designing scalable AI/ML solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep knowledge of ML algorithms, deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and data processing tech.
• Experience with MLOps and data architecture / big data technologies.

Responsabilidades

• Design and architect end-to-end AI/ML solutions for clients.
• Collaborate with clients, account managers, and tech teams to gather requirements and define scopes.
• Evaluate and recommend AI/ML technologies, platforms, and tools for client needs.
• Develop detailed architectures, including data pipelines, model training, deployment patterns, integration points.
• Provide technical leadership throughout solution development and implementation lifecycle.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, performant, and cost-effective.
• Stay updated on AI, ML, and cloud tech trends.
• Create technical proposals, presentations, and demonstrations for clients.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers on best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex AI/ML issues.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Remote collaboration

Educación

Master's or PhD in CS/Engineering or related quantitative field

Herramientas

TensorFlow

PyTorch

MLOps

AWS

Azure

GCP

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a forefront innovator in AI solutions, is seeking a highly experienced Senior AI/ML Solutions Architect to join their fully remote team. This pivotal role involves designing and architecting cutting‑edge AI and machine learning solutions for enterprise clients. You will leverage your deep technical expertise and strategic vision to guide clients through the design, development, and implementation of complex AI systems. This remote‑first position requires exceptional skills in understanding business needs, translating them into scalable technical architectures, and communicating complex solutions effectively. You will be instrumental in shaping how our clients leverage AI to drive business transformation and gain a competitive edge. We are committed to building a strong, collaborative, and highly effective remote team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end‑to‑end AI/ML solutions that address complex business challenges for clients.
• Collaborate with clients, account managers, and technical teams to gather requirements and define solution scopes.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate AI/ML technologies, platforms, and tools for specific client needs.
• Develop detailed technical architectures, including data pipelines, model training strategies, deployment patterns, and integration points.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the solution development and implementation lifecycle.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, performant, and cost‑effective.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in AI, machine learning, and cloud technologies.
• Create compelling technical proposals, presentations, and demonstrations for clients.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers, fostering best practices in AI solution design.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to AI/ML implementations.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in solutions architecture, software engineering, or a related technical leadership role, with a significant focus on AI/ML.
• Proven experience designing and implementing scalable AI/ML solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep understanding of various ML algorithms, deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), and data processing technologies.
• Experience with MLOps principles and practices.
• Strong knowledge of data architecture, data warehousing, and big data technologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical discussions and influence decision‑making.
• Experience working in a remote team environment and managing distributed projects.
• Certifications in cloud platforms or AI/ML are a plus.

Benefits

• highly competitive salary
• comprehensive health and retirement benefits
• generous paid time off
• substantial budget for professional development, including conferences, training, and certifications
• stipends for home office equipment and support for creating an optimal remote work environment

This is an exceptional chance to elevate your career in AI architecture from Queenstown, Eastern Cape, or any location worldwide.