AI Software Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote work environment

Access to advanced AI tools

Professional development budget

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated AI Software Engineer to join their AI & Emerging Technologies team in a fully remote role. You will design, develop, and deploy AI-powered software solutions that drive business value and innovation from your home office.

You will collaborate with data scientists, researchers, and product managers to translate complex AI models into production-ready code, ensuring scalability, reliability, and observability across deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or C++.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras; cloud platforms; Docker and Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production-grade AI software systems and infrastructure.
• Implement and optimize machine learning models and algorithms for deployment.
• Build robust APIs and services to expose AI functionalities to various applications.
• Collaborate with data scientists to integrate models into scalable software solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices in software engineering.
• Monitor and troubleshoot AI systems in production environments.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

AI/ML frameworks

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated AI Software Engineer to join their innovative AI & Emerging Technologies team, and this role can be performed entirely remotely. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying sophisticated AI-powered software solutions that drive business value and innovation. This role involves translating complex AI models and algorithms into production-ready code, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and reliability. You will collaborate closely with data scientists, researchers, and product managers to bring cutting-edge AI applications to life, contributing to a culture of rapid development and technological excellence from the comfort of your home.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production-grade AI software systems and infrastructure.
• Implement and optimize machine learning models and algorithms for deployment.
• Build robust APIs and services to expose AI functionalities to various applications.
• Collaborate with data scientists to integrate models into scalable software solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices in software engineering.
• Monitor and troubleshoot AI systems in production environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras) and libraries.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle, including testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible remote work environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Access to advanced tools and technologies in the AI space.
• Generous paid time off and professional development budget.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company shaping the future of AI, working from anywhere.