AI Solutions Architect

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Learning & growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Tembisa seeks an innovative AI Solutions Architect to design and oversee AI implementations. You will translate complex business needs into scalable AI architectures and guide project teams for successful adoption.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in software architecture with AI/ML expertise and hands-on cloud deployment experience across Azure AI, SageMaker, and Google AI Platform. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of software architecture with emphasis on AI/ML.
• Proven cloud AI/ML deployment experience using major platforms.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end AI solutions, including data pipelines and deployment infra.
• Evaluate and recommend AI/ML technologies for project needs.
• Collaborate with leaders to define AI strategy and roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership through AI project lifecycle.

Skills

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure AI

AWS SageMaker

Google AI Platform

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative AI Solutions Architect to design and oversee the implementation of advanced artificial intelligence solutions in Tembisa . This role is critical for translating complex business requirements into scalable, robust AI architectures that leverage the latest technologies in machine learning and data science. You will be a key technical leader, guiding project teams and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful AI adoption and value realization. The ideal candidate is passionate about the potential of AI to transform industries and possesses a deep understanding of AI frameworks and deployment strategies within the realm of AI & Emerging Technologies .

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and design end-to-end AI solutions, including data pipelines, model training environments, and deployment infrastructure.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate AI/ML technologies, platforms, and tools for specific project needs.
• Collaborate with business leaders and technical teams to define AI strategy and roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the AI project lifecycle, from conception to deployment and maintenance.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and adhere to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in software architecture, with a significant focus on AI/ML systems.
• Proven experience designing and implementing AI solutions using cloud platforms (e.g., Azure AI, AWS SageMaker, Google AI Platform).
• Deep understanding of various machine learning techniques (supervised, unsupervised, reinforcement learning) and their applications.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package and potential for stock options.
• The chance to shape cutting-edge AI initiatives from the ground up in Tembisa.
• Comprehensive employee benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth in AI & Emerging Technologies.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.