AI Solutions Architect

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Continuous learning & certifications

Dynamic work environment in Polokwane

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced AI Solutions Architect to lead end-to-end AI/ML solution design in Polokwane. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, data scientists, and engineering teams to translate strategic goals into scalable architectures, balancing performance, cost, and security.

Applicants should have 7+ years in software architecture with a strong AI/ML background, deep cloud platform experience (AWS/Azure/GCP), and excellent communication skills for cross-functional

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software architecture with a strong AI/ML focus.
• Experience designing and implementing complex AI/ML systems including data pipelines, model training, and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, reliable AI/ML architectures across cloud and on‑prem environments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into AI solution strategies.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle from concept to deployment and maintenance.

Skills

AI architectures

Cloud platforms

ML pipelines

Data governance

Stakeholder mgmt

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced AI Solutions Architect to join their team in Polokwane . In this critical role, you will design and oversee the implementation of end-to-end AI and machine learning solutions that meet complex business requirements. You will work closely with business stakeholders, data scientists, and engineering teams to translate strategic goals into scalable, robust, and cost-effective AI architectures. This position offers the opportunity to lead technological innovation and drive the adoption of advanced AI capabilities within the organization, making a significant impact on business outcomes in Polokwane .

Key Responsibilities

• Design scalable, reliable, and secure AI/ML architectures leveraging cloud platforms and on-premises infrastructure.
• Collaborate with business leaders and technical teams to understand requirements and define AI solution strategies.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the AI project lifecycle, from conception to deployment and maintenance.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate AI/ML tools, technologies, and platforms.
• Develop proof-of-concepts and prototypes to validate architectural designs and technical approaches.
• Ensure solutions adhere to best practices in MLOps, data governance, security, and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in software architecture, with a significant focus on AI and machine learning solutions.
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex AI/ML systems, including data pipelines, model training, and deployment strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their AI/ML services.
• Strong understanding of various machine learning algorithms, deep learning frameworks, and data science principles.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certifications.
• Dynamic work environment in Polokwane with a focus on innovation.
• Significant impact on the company's technological direction.