AI Architect & Full-Stack Engineer (Hybrid/Remote)

HR Talent Partner SA; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software development company based in Johannesburg is hiring an AI Architect to design and implement scalable AI architecture. This role involves collaborating with product and engineering teams to enhance intelligent solutions, ensuring compliance and best practices. Candidates should have significant experience with Azure AI services and strong software architecture skills. This position offers the flexibility of remote work with weekly office attendance required.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Internal career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in software or data architecture; 3+ years specializing in AI/ML systems.
• Proven expertise with Azure AI services like OpenAI and Cognitive Search.
• Demonstrated success designing scalable AI solutions in a SaaS or enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the AI architecture across the platform.
• Collaborate with Product Management to translate business needs into AI capabilities.
• Implement responsible AI principles including data privacy and auditability.

Skills

Expertise with Azure AI services

Experience in software or data architecture

Strong understanding of LLM architectures

Experience with Python, C#, or TypeScript

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science

Tools

Azure DevOps

Next.js

Docker

Job description

A leading software development company based in Johannesburg is hiring an AI Architect to design and implement scalable AI architecture. This role involves collaborating with product and engineering teams to enhance intelligent solutions, ensuring compliance and best practices. Candidates should have significant experience with Azure AI services and strong software architecture skills. This position offers the flexibility of remote work with weekly office attendance required.