AI Engineering Lead- Senior Manager- Commercial Technology & Innovation

PwC South Africa; New York (NY); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k plan

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

PwC South Africa is seeking an AI Engineering Lead at Senior Manager level to transform data into insights for client advisory projects. You will design AI systems, wrangle data, and implement software to scale models, while guiding and coaching teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, open-source tools, and ML libraries, with travel up to 40% and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 7+ years of experience in data science or AI engineering
• Experience leading teams and mentoring

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of AI systems to transform raw data into insights
• Deploy scalable AI/ML solutions for client projects
• Oversee data wrangling and software implementation to enhance model utility
• Guide teams in applying advanced data engineering techniques
• Use Python and C++ to build robust data solutions
• Implement data integration and modeling strategies for AI initiatives
• Direct complex data analysis to identify innovations
• Collaborate with stakeholders to validate outcomes
• Promote open-source software and ML libraries like TensorFlow and Scikit-Learn
• Coach diverse teams to solve problems and drive project success

Skills

Python

C++

AI/ML systems

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

TensorFlow

Scikit-Learn

Databricks

Snowflake

Job description

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Data Science Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity As an AI Engineering Lead, you will play a pivotal role in transforming raw data into actionable insights, enabling informed decision-making and driving business growth. Within our Advisory practice, you will leverage advanced technologies and techniques to design and develop robust data solutions for clients. As a Senior Manager, you will apply your skills and professional network to deliver quality results, motivating and coaching teams to solve complex problems. You will navigate through ambiguity, demonstrating composure and applying sound judgment to drive project success. In this role at PwC, you will focus on building and deploying AI and Machine Learning solutions at scale. Your work will involve designing AI systems, data wrangling, and software implementation to enable scalable AI models. You will craft and convey clear, impactful messages, validate outcomes with clients, and act on feedback to enhance solutions. Your ability to develop and sustain diverse and inclusive teams contributes to the overall success of our firm, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and development of AI systems to transform raw data into actionable insights


• Managing the deployment of scalable AI and Machine Learning solutions for client projects


• Overseeing data wrangling and software implementation to enhance AI model utility and scalability


• Guiding teams in applying advanced data engineering techniques to drive business growth


• Utilizing programming languages such as Python and C++ to develop robust data solutions


• Implementing data integration and modeling strategies to support AI initiatives


• Directing complex data analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement


• Collaborating with stakeholders to validate outcomes and incorporate client feedback


• Promoting the use of open-source software and machine learning libraries like TensorFlow and Scikit-Learn


• Coaching and motivating diverse teams to solve complex problems and achieve project success

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree


• At least 7 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Analytics/Data Science, Artificial Intelligence/Robotics, Computer Science/Information Systems, Engineering

At least one of the following: Certifications aligned to data engineering, machine learning, and cloud platforms, including AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, Databricks, Snowflake, or related data and AI credentials

Demonstrating advanced skills in AI implementation and machine learning libraries

Utilizing programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++

Excelling in complex data analysis and data modeling techniques

Innovating with open-source software and rapid experimentation

Leading teams through ambiguity with sound judgment and strategic advising

Travel Requirements

Up to 40%

Job Posting End Date

Not specified

The salary range for this position is: $124,000 - $280,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

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