AI Solutions Architect (Remote)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Fully remote work

Health benefits

Learning & certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled AI Solutions Architect to join a globally distributed team. Work remotely from Durban or anywhere in South Africa, designing and overseeing the implementation of advanced AI solutions that address complex business challenges.

You will collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to translate needs into scalable, secure AI architectures, with an emphasis on enterprise‑level solutions that drive innovation and tangible outcomes in a fully remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience architecting and implementing AI/ML solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep understanding of ML concepts, algorithms, and frameworks.
• Proven experience with data engineering, MLOps, and cloud infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end AI solutions, including data pipelines and deployment strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define AI requirements and translate into designs.
• Evaluate and recommend AI technologies, platforms, and tools for business needs.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle from conception to deployment.
• Ensure AI solutions are scalable, secure, cost-effective, and regulatory compliant.

Skills

Cloud architectures

ML concepts

Data engineering

MLOps

Client-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Python

TensorFlow/PyTorch

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and strategic AI Solutions Architect to join their globally distributed team, working remotely from Durban or anywhere within South Africa. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of advanced AI solutions that address complex business challenges. You will work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to understand their needs, translating them into scalable, secure, and effective AI architectures. This position requires a deep understanding of various AI technologies and a proven ability to architect enterprise-level solutions that drive innovation and deliver tangible business outcomes in a fully remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end AI solutions, including data pipelines, model deployment strategies, and integration points.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define AI requirements and translate them into architectural designs.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate AI technologies, platforms, and tools for specific business needs.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from conception to deployment.
• Ensure AI solutions are scalable, secure, cost-effective, and compliant with relevant regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in architecting and implementing AI/ML solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep understanding of ML concepts, algorithms, and frameworks.
• Proven experience with data engineering, MLOps, and cloud infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certifications in AI and Cloud technologies.
• Access to cutting-edge AI projects and a supportive remote team culture.