AI Developer

Wns; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

WNS, part of Capgemini, seeks an innovative AI Developer to design, build, deploy, and maintain AI solutions addressing real business challenges. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver ML models, generative AI applications, and automation systems that drive efficiency and enhance customer experiences.

The role emphasizes collaboration with data engineers and software teams, governance and security, and staying current with AI advancements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years software development experience.
• 2+ years experience developing AI or ML solutions.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS or Google Cloud.
• Experience deploying AI applications into production environments.
• Experience with API development and integration.
• Bachelor's Degree in CS/SE/AI or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and deploy AI/ML solutions.
• Build scalable AI apps and APIs.
• Create AI chatbots, virtual assistants and automation tools.
• Integrate AI into existing products and processes.
• Prepare data for model training and evaluation.
• Train, test and optimize machine learning models.
• Monitor performance and retrain models as needed.
• Apply MLOps for deployment and lifecycle management.
• Ensure accuracy, reliability, scalability and security.

Skills

Python

ML libraries

LLMs

Prompt engineering

SQL

Docker/Kubernetes

MLOps

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CS/AI/IT

AI/ML certifications

Tools

LangChain

Hugging Face

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

WNS, part of Capgemini, is an Agentic AI-powered leader in intelligent operations and transformation, serving more than 700 clients across 10 industries, including Banking and Financial Services, Healthcare, Insurance, Shipping and Logistics, and Travel and Hospitality. We bring together deep domain excellence - WNS’ core differentiator - with AI-powered platforms and analytics to help businesses innovate, scale, adapt and build resilience in a world defined by disruption.Our purpose is clear: to enable lasting business value by designing intelligent, human-led solutions that deliver sustainable outcomes and a differentiated impact. With three global headquarters across four continents, operations in 13 countries, 65 delivery centers and more than 66,000 employees, WNS combines scale, expertise and execution to create meaningful, measurable impact.

Job Description

We are seeking an innovative and technically skilled AI Developer to design, build, deploy and maintain artificial intelligence solutions that solve real business challenges. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop machine learning models, generative AI applications, automation solutions and intelligent systems that drive efficiency, enhance customer experiences and support strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

AI Solution Development

• Design, develop, testand deploy AI and machine learning solutions.
• Build and maintain scalable AI applications and APIs.
• Create AI-powered chatbots, virtual assistantsand intelligent automation tools.
• Integrate AI capabilities into existing products, platformsand business processes.
• Collect, cleanand prepare data for model training and evaluation.
• Develop, train, testand optimize machine learning models.
• Monitor model performance and retrain models when necessary.
• Implement MLOps practices to support model deployment and lifecycle management.
• Ensure model accuracy, reliability, scalabilityand security.

Software Development

• Write clean, efficient and maintainable code.
• Develop backend services, APIs and integrations supporting AI applications.
• Participate in code reviews and software development best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to AI systems.
• Stay current with advancements in AI, machine learning, automationand emerging technologies.
• Evaluate new tools, frameworksand AI platforms.
• Recommend and implement innovative solutions that create business value.
• Participate in proof-of-concepts and pilot projects.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and opportunities for AI adoption.
• Translate business challenges into technical AI solutions.
• Collaborate with data engineers, software developers, product teamsand business leaders.
• Present technical concepts and solution recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Governance, Security & Compliance

• Ensure AI solutions comply with data privacy, securityand regulatory requirements.
• Support responsible and ethical AI practices.
• Document AI models, development processes and technical solutions.
• Contribute to AI governance and risk management initiatives.

Technical Skills

• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Experience with AI/ML libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, LangChainor Hugging Face.
• Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI.
• Knowledge of prompt engineering and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) frameworks.
• Experience with SQL and database technologies.
• Familiarity with containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Understanding of MLOps and CI/CD practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technologyor related field.
• Relevant certifications in AI, Machine Learning, Cloud Technologiesor Data Science would be advantageous.

Experience

• 3+ years software development experience.
• 2+ years experience developing AI or machine learning solutions.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWSor Google Cloud.
• Experience deploying AI applications into production environments.
• Experience with API development and integration.

Additional Information

• Artificial Intelligence Development
• Machine Learning Engineering
• Data Analysis and Modelling
• Software Development
• Cloud Computing
• Systems Integration
• API Development
• Problem Solving
• Innovation and Curiosity
• Critical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Communication Skills
• Accountability and Ownership

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Successful deployment of AI solutions.
• Model performance and accuracy metrics.
• System reliability and uptime.
• Delivery of projects within agreed timelines.
• Automation and efficiency improvements achieved.
• User adoption and satisfaction rates.
• Reduction in manual effort through AI implementation.
• Compliance with security and governance standards.

What Success Looks Like

A successful AI Developer leverages technology to create intelligent solutions that improve business performance, automate repetitive processes, enhance customer experiences and unlock new opportunities through responsible and scalable AI innovation.