AI Solutions Specialist - Business Intelligence

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an AI Solutions Specialist in Randburg to identify, develop and implement AI-driven solutions for clients. You will work with diverse datasets, apply ML techniques and translate insights into business value, combining technical AI expertise with strong business acumen.

This office-based role emphasizes client engagement and practical deployment of AI strategies. The role requires a blend of technical and business skills, with opportunities for professional growth and exposure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in applying AI and machine learning techniques to solve business problems.
• Proficiency in Python or R, and data science libraries.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities to apply AI/ML to improve BI and decision-making.
• Develop and implement AI models for forecasting, anomaly detection, and segmentation.
• Analyze complex business data to reveal insights and trends.
• Design data pipelines to support AI model development and deployment.
• Collaborate with clients to define AI project scopes and objectives.
• Present findings and recommendations to client stakeholders clearly.
• Stay current with emerging AI technologies and applications.
• Develop proofs-of-concept to demonstrate AI value.
• Ensure AI solutions integrate into client business processes.

Skills

AI/ML applicability

Python or R proficiency

BI and data visualization

SQL data extraction

Client-facing & project delivery

Cloud services familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/Data Science/Business Analytics

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leading consultancy firm focused on leveraging AI to enhance business intelligence and strategy. They are seeking an AI Solutions Specialist to join their team in Randburg, Gauteng. This role focuses on identifying, developing, and implementing AI-driven solutions that provide actionable insights for clients. You will work with diverse datasets, apply machine learning techniques, and collaborate with clients to understand their unique challenges and deliver tailored AI strategies. The position requires a blend of technical AI expertise and strong business acumen, enabling you to translate complex data into tangible business value. This is an office-based role central to the firm's collaborative approach to client solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities to apply AI and machine learning to improve business intelligence and decision-making.
• Develop and implement AI models for tasks such as forecasting, anomaly detection, and customer segmentation.
• Analyze complex business data to extract key insights and trends.
• Design and build data pipelines to support AI model development and deployment.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business objectives and define AI project scopes.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to client stakeholders.
• Stay current with emerging AI technologies and their business applications.
• Develop proof-of-concepts and prototypes to demonstrate the value of AI solutions.
• Ensure the successful integration of AI solutions into client business processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in applying AI and machine learning techniques to solve business problems.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, and data science libraries.
• Strong understanding of business intelligence principles and data visualization tools.
• Experience with SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a client-facing role and manage project deliverables.
• Familiarity with AI platforms and cloud services is a plus.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of various industry challenges.

Benefits

Our client provides a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and excellent opportunities for professional development and client engagement. You will have the chance to work on diverse and impactful projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and contribute to significant business transformations. This office-based role in Randburg, Gauteng, fosters a collaborative and dynamic work environment. We offer ongoing training and development, ensuring you stay at the forefront of AI and business intelligence solutions.