AI Research Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Advanced computing resources

Collaborative research environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an AI Research Engineer to join a fully remote research team, bridging theoretical AI research with practical applications in ML, NLP, and CV. You will develop prototypes and implement novel algorithms in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes experiments, publishing results, and translating research into usable AI components, with flexible hours and access to advanced computing resources.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Experience in NLP, computer vision, or reinforcement learning is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and implement advanced AI algorithms and models.
• Develop proof‑of‑concept systems and prototypes to validate hypotheses.
• Collaborate with senior researchers to translate findings into functional AI components.
• Conduct experiments, analyze results, and document progress.

Skills

Independent work

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/AI/ML

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and technically adept AI Research Engineer to join their innovative research team, operating in a fully remote setting. This role focuses on bridging the gap between theoretical AI research and practical application, developing prototypes and implementing novel algorithms. You will work on challenging problems in areas such as machine learning, natural language processing, or computer vision, contributing to the development of next‑generation AI technologies. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual passionate about AI research and development to make significant contributions within a supportive, forward‑thinking, and completely remote team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, design, and implement advanced AI algorithms and models, particularly in machine learning and deep learning.
• Develop proof‑of‑concept systems and prototypes to validate research hypotheses and demonstrate feasibility.
• Collaborate with senior researchers and engineers to translate research findings into functional AI components.
• Conduct experiments, analyze results, and document research progress and findings clearly.
• Contribute to the development of new AI techniques and their application to real‑world problems.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Solid understanding of core machine learning algorithms, statistical methods, and data structures.
• Experience in areas such as NLP, computer vision, or reinforcement learning is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage projects effectively, and communicate technical ideas clearly in a remote context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunities to work on groundbreaking AI research projects.
• Access to advanced computing resources and research tools.
• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating research environment focused on innovation.