AI Software Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Hybrid work model

Health and retirement benefits

Career development in AI

Exciting AI projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Software Engineer to join their team in Polokwane. This hybrid role blends in-office and remote work, focusing on integrating AI capabilities into software products and deploying ML models to production.

You will collaborate with data scientists, design AI-enabled components, and optimize performance for AI workloads across projects in Limpopo. A strong foundation in CS and 2+ years of hands-on AI/ML experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of software development experience with AI/ML integration.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or C++, and AI libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of ML Ops and software engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy AI/ML models and algorithms into production software systems.
• Design software components that leverage AI capabilities such as NLP, CV, or predictive analytics.
• Collaborate with data scientists to integrate trained models into scalable applications.
• Optimize software performance and resource utilization for AI workloads.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and the full software development lifecycle.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Docker

Kubernetes

MLOps

AI/ML integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and motivated AI Software Engineer to join their innovative team in Polokwane . This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work both in the office and remotely, focusing on developing and integrating AI capabilities into their software products. You will work on building intelligent features, optimizing algorithms, and deploying machine learning models into production environments. Join a collaborative team in Limpopo that is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible with artificial intelligence, contributing to cutting-edge software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy AI/ML models and algorithms into production software systems.
• Design and implement software components that leverage AI capabilities, such as natural language processing, computer vision, or predictive analytics.
• Collaborate with data scientists to integrate trained models into scalable applications.
• Optimize software performance and resource utilization for AI workloads.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and the full software development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on AI/ML integration.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, or C++, and relevant AI libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices and ML operations (MLOps).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for skill development and career advancement in AI.
• Work on exciting projects that integrate advanced AI technologies.