AI Specialist - Contract: Rapid ML/DL Deployment

Edgexec (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 166,000 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgexec (Pty) Ltd is seeking an AI Specialist for a short-term contract in South Africa. The role focuses on practical ML/DL model development, data preparation, deployment, validation and ongoing optimisation across multidisciplinary teams.

You will work on fast-paced projects with strong emphasis on responsible AI, ethics, transparency and regulatory considerations, while delivering under tight timelines.

Qualifications

• Degree in CS/Math/Stats or related field.
• Advanced qualification advantageous for complexity.
• Strong Python programming.
• Experience with ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Experience with data, model deployment and production environments.
• Awareness of responsible AI principles and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and optimise ML and DL models.
• Analyse large datasets and prepare data for training.
• Develop algorithms for pattern recognition and prediction.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate AI into production systems.
• Test and validate models for accuracy and scalability.
• Monitor deployed AI systems and improve reliability.
• Research emerging AI technologies and techniques.
• Apply responsible AI considerations throughout development.

Skills

Python programming

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Model testing & validation

AI ethics awareness

Immediate start

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or related field

Advanced qualification beneficial

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

R

Java

Cloud platforms

Job description

Edgexec (Pty) Ltd is seeking an AI Specialist for a short-term contract in South Africa. The role focuses on practical ML/DL model development, data preparation, deployment, validation and ongoing optimisation across multidisciplinary teams.

You will work on fast-paced projects with strong emphasis on responsible AI, ethics, transparency and regulatory considerations, while delivering under tight timelines.