AI Solutions Architect - Cloud & Data Platforms

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and life insurance

Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an innovative AI Solutions Architect to design scalable AI/ML solutions in a hybrid role based in Rustenburg, North West. You will translate complex requirements into architectural designs, aligning AI strategy with business goals.

Responsibilities include leading data pipelines, model training, deployment, and monitoring, while collaborating with data scientists and software teams. Strong cloud expertise and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect with AI/ML and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep understanding of ML algorithms, data science concepts, and MLOps practices.
• Experience designing data pipelines and big data technologies.
• Strong knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent system design, scalability, and performance optimization.
• Proficiency in Python or Java.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience defining technical strategy and roadmaps.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model in Rustenburg, North West.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end AI/ML solutions with data pipelines, training, deployment and monitoring.
• Collaborate with data scientists, ML engineers and developers to build scalable AI systems.
• Define roadmaps for AI adoption and infrastructure development.
• Evaluate cloud services and AI technologies (AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, GCP AI Platform).
• Ensure security, cost-effectiveness and performance of solutions.
• Provide technical leadership to development teams.
• Translate business needs into technical specifications and blueprints.
• Stay updated on AI, ML, and cloud trends and tech.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation and standards.
• Conduct proof-of-concepts and feasibility studies for new AI initiatives.

Skills

AI/ML concepts

Cloud architecture

Data pipelines

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Java

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing technology firm looking for an innovative AI Solutions Architect to join their team in Rustenburg, North West . This role is critical in designing and implementing scalable, robust AI solutions on cloud platforms. You will work closely with business stakeholders and engineering teams to translate complex requirements into actionable architectural designs, leveraging the latest advancements in artificial intelligence and cloud technologies. This position demands a deep understanding of AI/ML principles, cloud infrastructure, and data engineering. You will play a key role in defining the technical strategy for AI adoption and implementation across the organization, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical best practices. The role offers a unique opportunity to shape cutting-edge AI systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end AI/ML solutions, incorporating data pipelines, model training, deployment, and monitoring.
• Collaborate with data scientists, ML engineers, and software developers to implement robust and scalable AI systems.
• Define technical roadmaps for AI adoption and infrastructure development.
• Evaluate and select appropriate cloud services and AI technologies (e.g., AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, GCP AI Platform).
• Ensure solutions are secure, cost-effective, and performant.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams.
• Translate business needs into technical specifications and architectural blueprints.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in AI, machine learning, and cloud computing.
• Develop and maintain architectural documentation and standards.
• Conduct proof-of-concepts and feasibility studies for new AI initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect, with a strong focus on AI/ML and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms, data science concepts, and MLOps practices.
• Expertise in designing and implementing data pipelines and big data technologies.
• Strong knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent understanding of system design, scalability, and performance optimization.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python or Java.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience in defining technical strategy and roadmaps.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model in Rustenburg, North West .

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, along with comprehensive health and wellness benefits. This includes medical aid, life insurance, and a provident fund. Opportunities for continuous professional development, including certifications and conference attendance, are provided. You will work in a dynamic and innovative environment with a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of AI technology. The role is based in Rustenburg, North West , offering a chance to live and work in a region known for its economic activity.