AI Integration Lead (CTO Aspirant)

Perfect Placement Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading startup is seeking an AI Integration Lead to spearhead AI-driven automation and product development. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, expertise in blockchain technologies, and experience in API integrations. Ideal candidates will have a visionary mindset and strong technical skills, aiming to make a significant impact in underserved communities.

Benefits

Equity options tied to performance

Competitive market-related salary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field essential.
• Experience with blockchain and smart contracts is vital.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and visionary leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI-based solutions for automation.
• Collaborate with the CTO for AI integration in products.
• Design and deploy AI algorithms for project success.

Skills

Knowledge of blockchain technologies

Integration of third-party platforms

APIs

AI-driven automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related field

Tools

APIs

AWS

Google Cloud

Azure

Job description

Our client is a cutting-edge startup developing an App, an integrated platform revolutionizing access to connectivity, tokenized marketplaces, and essential services for underserved communities. Their focus is on leveraging blockchain, IoT, and AI-driven automation to deliver scalable and impactful solutions. They are seeking an AI Integration Lead (CTO Aspirant) to join their team.

Salary : Market related

Vacancy Type : Full-Time

Non- negotiable qualifications and experience required :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
• Knowledge of blockchain technologies, smart contracts, and decentralized applications.
• Experience with APIs and integration of third-party platforms (e.g., payment gateways, IoT devices).

Beneficial requirements :

• Hands-on experience with IoT integration and device management.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and AI deployment.
• Strong understanding of automation technologies and AI ethics.

Soft Skills :

• Visionary mindset with aspirations for leadership.
• Strong communication and team collaboration abilities.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, startup environment.
• Passion for innovation and making a positive social impact.

Duties and responsibilities :

AI Integration and Development

• Develop and implement AI-based solutions to replace manual processes (e.g., customer support, vendor onboarding, compliance checks).
• Leverage machine learning models to optimize predictive analytics for water usage, connectivity demand, and user behaviour.

Technical Leadership

• Collaborate with the existing CTO and global development teams to ensure seamless integration of AI into the App and related micro-applications.
• Drive innovation in automation, ensuring operational efficiency and scalability.

Product Development

• Design, test, and deploy AI algorithms for e-wallet optimization, tokenized asset management, and blockchain-based smart contracts.
• Ensure IoT devices (e.g., smart routers, water tanks) integrate smoothly with AI systems.

Strategic Growth

• Assist in creating an AI roadmap aligned with the company’s growth and scalability goals.
• Continuously identify opportunities to integrate AI in new and existing functionalities.

Compliance and Security

• Implement AI-powered compliance tools for KYC / AML checks and data security.
• Ensure data privacy and ethical AI practices across all solutions.

Team Building

• Build and mentor a future team of AI developers and data scientists as the project scales.

Compensation

Basic Remuneration :

• Competitive market-based salary suitable for a startup environment.

Equity Options :

• Significant equity tied to key performance indicators (KPIs), including :

Successful implementation of AI-driven workflows within six months.

• Demonstrated improvements in operational efficiency using AI.
• Integration of AI with blockchain, IoT, and e-wallet systems.

KPI-Based Milestones for Equity Allocation :

• Phase 1 (3 Months) :

Deploy a minimum viable AI chatbot for customer support.

• Replace manual vendor onboarding processes with AI-driven tools.
• Phase 2 (6 Months) :

Achieve a 50% reduction in manual intervention through AI across all workflows.

• Seamlessly integrate AI into the compliance and tokenization processes.
• Phase 3 (12 Months) :

Drive operational savings through AI automation, achieving a pre-determined ROI threshold.

• Develop an AI-powered analytics dashboard for user behavior and market insights.

By submitting your information and application you hereby confirm :

1. That you have no objection to us retaining your personal information in our database for future matching / POPI Policy.

2. Due to the nature of the position, that we can do an ITC check if our client is interested in your CV.

3. That the information you have provided to us is true, correct, and up to date.

PLEASE NOTE :

Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.