AI Integration Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health & wellness programs

Training in AI technologies

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Integration Specialist to join the Nelspruit area. The role focuses on weaving AI models into existing business systems, ensuring smooth adoption and scalable performance across teams.

You will work with developers, analysts and end-users to translate AI capabilities into practical business outcomes. The ideal candidate has a CS/SE background, 3+ years in software or systems integration, and hands-on API/SDK experience with AI services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software development or systems integration.
• Experience integrating AI/ML services via APIs/SDKs.
• Proficiency in Python and related AI development tooling.
• Understanding of cloud platforms and deployment strategies.

Responsibilities

• Integrate AI models and ML services into client applications and platforms.
• Develop APIs and connectors to enable data flow between AI systems and enterprise software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to AI integration and performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define integration requirements and test solutions.
• Provide technical support and documentation for integrated AI solutions.

Skills

Python

APIs integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

API development

Cloud platforms

SDK usage

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and technically adept AI Integration Specialist to join their team in Nelspruit . In this role, you will focus on seamlessly integrating AI solutions and machine learning models into existing business systems and workflows. You will collaborate closely with technical teams, business analysts, and end-users to ensure smooth adoption and optimal performance of AI technologies, bridging the gap between advanced AI capabilities and practical business application, making AI accessible and effective across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate AI models and machine learning services into client applications and platforms.
• Develop APIs and connectors to facilitate data flow between AI systems and enterprise software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to AI integration and performance.
• Work with stakeholders to define integration requirements and test integration solutions.
• Provide technical support and documentation for integrated AI solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software development or systems integration.
• Experience integrating AI/ML services (e.g., via APIs, SDKs).
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI development (e.g., Python).
• Understanding of cloud platforms and deployment strategies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for training in new AI technologies.
• Supportive team culture and collaborative environment.