AI Research Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Career growth

Conferences & workshops

State-of-the-art facilities

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Research Engineer based in Soweto, Gauteng, blending research with practical engineering to develop and implement novel AI algorithms and prototypes. You will work with leading scientists to advance ML, DL, NLP and computer vision in a hybrid, collaborative setting.

You will design and evaluate innovative models, publish findings, and contribute to scalable AI solutions while staying current with the latest academic and industry developments.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s in Computer Science, AI, ML or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in ML, DL, NLP, and CV.

Skills

AI/ML concepts

Python

NumPy

SciPy

Git

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Communication

Education

PhD or Master’s in Computer Science/AI/ML

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned research institution and technology incubator, is seeking a highly innovative AI Research Engineer to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in artificial intelligence. This role, based in Soweto, Gauteng , offers the opportunity to conceptualize, develop, and implement novel AI algorithms and systems. You will work within a dynamic research environment, collaborating with leading scientists and engineers to tackle complex challenges in areas such as machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision. The ideal candidate possesses a strong theoretical foundation in AI, coupled with practical engineering skills to translate research into tangible prototypes and solutions. This is a chance to push the boundaries of AI and contribute to the next wave of technological innovation. We are committed to fostering a culture of exploration, creativity, and scientific rigor.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in various AI domains, including ML, DL, NLP, and CV.
• Design, implement, and test novel AI algorithms and models.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concepts for new AI applications.
• Collaborate with research scientists and engineers to integrate research findings into practical systems.
• Optimize algorithms and models for performance and scalability.
• Analyze experimental results and contribute to research publications and presentations.
• Stay current with the latest academic and industry research in AI.
• Contribute to the development of AI frameworks and tools.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• Strong theoretical background in AI/ML concepts and algorithms.
• Proven experience in implementing and experimenting with AI models using frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Proficiency in Python and relevant scientific computing libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy).
• Experience with software development best practices and version control (Git).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Publications in top-tier AI conferences or journals are highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, including attending leading AI conferences and workshops.
• We provide access to state-of-the-art research facilities and computational resources.
• This role is hybrid, allowing for both in-office collaboration in Soweto, Gauteng and remote flexibility.
• Join our client and be part of a team that is shaping the future of artificial intelligence through pioneering research and engineering.