AI/ML Consultant

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work arrangements

Exposure to cutting-edge AI tech

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced AI/ML Consultant to guide businesses in leveraging AI technologies. The role involves assessing client needs, designing tailored solutions, and leading implementation to drive value and innovation across industries.

You will provide strategic advice, help define data strategies, and oversee model development and deployment, staying abreast of evolving AI trends and methodologies. This is a remote, professional consulting role with varied client engagements.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a quantitative field (CS, engineering, data science).
• 5+ years in AI/ML development or related technical consulting.
• Proven experience designing and implementing AI/ML solutions across industries.
• Strong understanding of ML algorithms, statistical modeling, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and AI/ML deployment strategies.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand business challenges and identify AI/ML opportunities.
• Design and architect scalable AI/ML solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Advise on data strategy, model selection, and deployment best practices.
• Oversee or guide the development and deployment of AI/ML models.
• Develop compelling proposals and presentations to secure new engagements.
• Stay current with AI/ML trends, tools, and methodologies to provide cutting-edge advice.

Skills

AI/ML expertise

Data analysis

Client-facing skills

Communication

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in CS/Engineering/Data Science

Tools

Cloud platforms

AI deployment strategies

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced AI/ML Consultant to provide expert guidance and strategic advice to businesses seeking to leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning. This remote role requires you to assess client needs, design tailored AI solutions, and guide their implementation to drive business value and innovation. You will work with a diverse range of clients across various industries, helping them understand and adopt AI technologies effectively. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to apply their deep expertise in AI/ML to solve real-world business problems and shape the digital transformation journeys of organizations, contributing to a consulting practice focused on cutting-edge technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand their business challenges and identify AI/ML opportunities.
• Design and architect scalable AI/ML solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Advise clients on data strategy, model selection, and implementation best practices.
• Oversee or guide the development and deployment of AI/ML models.
• Develop compelling proposals and presentations to secure new consulting engagements.
• Stay current with AI/ML trends, tools, and methodologies to provide cutting-edge advice.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML development, data science, or a related technical consulting role.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing AI/ML solutions across various industries.
• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and AI/ML deployment strategies.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and client-facing skills.

Benefits

• Competitive consulting rates and performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible remote work arrangements.
• Opportunity to work with a variety of clients and industries.
• Exposure to cutting-edge AI technologies and methodologies.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.