AI Solutions Architect - Deep Learning Platforms

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Training & certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced AI Solutions Architect to join our client’s team in Midrand, Gauteng. Lead end-to-end AI/ML initiatives, translating business needs into scalable technical solutions and client-focused demonstrations.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, evaluate frameworks, and guide teams across the project lifecycle, ensuring robust, secure, and cost-effective architectures in a dynamic, enterprise environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related quantitative field.
• Extensive experience designing and implementing AI/ML solutions with deep learning.
• Proven track record as a Solutions Architect/Technical Lead in AI/ML domain.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end AI and deep learning solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Translate business challenges into technical specifications for AI/ML implementations.
• Evaluate AI/ML technologies, frameworks, and platforms for proposed solutions.
• Develop proofs-of-concept and demos to showcase capabilities.
• Provide technical leadership to development teams through project lifecycle.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and cost-effective.
• Stay updated on emerging AI technologies and best practices.
• Produce architecture diagrams and implementation plans.

Skills

AI/ML design

Solutions architecture

Cloud platforms

Data engineering & MLOps

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a multinational technology solutions provider, is seeking an experienced AI Solutions Architect to join their innovative team in **Midrand, Gauteng**. This role is critical in designing and implementing robust, scalable AI and deep learning solutions for enterprise clients. You will bridge the gap between business needs and technical capabilities, architecting solutions that leverage the latest advancements in artificial intelligence. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in AI/ML, combined with exceptional architectural design skills and client-facing experience. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects across various industries within **South Africa**.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and architect end-to-end AI and deep learning solutions tailored to client requirements.
2. Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand business challenges and translate them into technical specifications.
3. Evaluate and select appropriate AI/ML technologies, frameworks, and platforms for proposed solutions.
4. Develop proofs-of-concept and technical demonstrations to showcase solution capabilities.
5. Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams throughout the project lifecycle.
6. Ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and cost-effective.
7. Stay abreast of emerging AI technologies, trends, and best practices.
8. Develop technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design specifications, and implementation plans.
9. Present technical solutions and recommendations to client executives and technical teams.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
2. Extensive experience in designing and implementing AI/ML solutions, with a focus on deep learning.
3. Proven experience as a Solutions Architect or Technical Lead in the AI/ML domain.
4. Strong understanding of various AI/ML algorithms, techniques, and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
5. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their AI/ML services.
6. Excellent knowledge of data engineering principles and MLOps practices.
7. Strong client-facing and presentation skills.
8. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and strategic thinking abilities.
9. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
10. Experience in enterprise architecture frameworks is a plus.

Benefits

Our client provides a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive employee benefits, including medical aid, retirement plans, and life insurance. Employees benefit from a dynamic work environment in **Midrand, Gauteng**, with ample opportunities for professional growth, training, and certifications. We also offer flexible working arrangements and support for ongoing learning and development. Join us to shape the future of AI solutions for leading organizations.