AI Research Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative AI Research Engineer to join its cutting-edge R&D team in Mahikeng. The role focuses on exploring novel AI techniques, experimenting with new algorithms, and translating research breakthroughs into practical applications.

You will work on challenging problems in reinforcement learning, generative models, and explainable AI, with a strong academic background and a passion for advancing AI research.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in CS/AI or related field.
• Proven AI research experience with projects, publications, or open-source contributions.
• Strong Python programming skills and experience with ML/DL frameworks.
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative research team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research into new AI algorithms and methodologies with strategic focus.
• Implement and prototype AI models and systems using relevant languages and frameworks.
• Design experiments to evaluate performance and feasibility of new AI approaches.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to translate findings into roadmap.
• Stay current with latest AI research and industry trends; document findings.

Education

Masters or PhD

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Git

Linux

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative AI Research Engineer to join their cutting-edge research and development team in Mahikeng . This role focuses on exploring novel AI techniques, experimenting with new algorithms, and translating research breakthroughs into practical applications. You will work on challenging problems in areas like reinforcement learning, generative models, and explainable AI. The ideal candidate is a curious and proactive individual with a strong academic background and a passion for pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to foundational AI research and development in a stimulating and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research into new AI algorithms and methodologies, focusing on areas of strategic importance.
• Implement and prototype AI models and systems, utilizing relevant programming languages and frameworks.
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate the performance and feasibility of new AI approaches.
• Collaborate with other researchers and engineers to integrate research findings into product roadmaps.
• Stay current with the latest academic research and industry trends in AI and machine learning.
• Document research findings and contribute to internal knowledge sharing and external publications where appropriate.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
• Proven experience in AI research, demonstrated through projects, publications, or contributions to open-source AI initiatives.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML/DL frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Solid understanding of core AI concepts, algorithms, and mathematical principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, essential for research challenges in Mahikeng .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for research grants/bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous opportunities for professional development and conference attendance.
• Access to advanced computing resources and research datasets.
• A dynamic and stimulating research environment in Mahikeng.
• Flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.