AI Systems Administrator

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional development

AI tech exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an experienced AI Systems Administrator to manage and maintain its critical AI infrastructure. You will ensure smooth operation, performance, and security of systems supporting AI development and deployment.

The role involves configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, backups, and disaster recovery, working with data scientists and engineers to provide a robust environment for AI projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in systems administration for AI/ML workloads.
• Strong Linux/Unix, shell scripting, and automation skills.
• Experience with GPUs, AI hardware, and high-performance clusters.
• Knowledge of networking, storage, and security for AI environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain AI hardware and software stacks including GPUs.
• Monitor performance, availability, and resource utilization for AI infra.
• Manage user access, permissions, and security for AI environments.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues in AI systems.
• Implement backup and disaster recovery for critical AI data.
• Stay updated with AI infra trends and best practices.

Skills

Linux/Unix proficiency

Shell scripting

AI hardware optimization

Networking basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled AI Systems Administrator to manage and maintain their critical AI infrastructure in Soweto . This role involves ensuring the smooth operation, performance, and security of the systems that support AI development and deployment. You will be responsible for system configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization, working closely with data scientists and engineers to provide a robust and reliable environment for their cutting-edge AI projects. The ideal candidate has a strong background in systems administration with specialized knowledge of AI-related hardware and software stacks.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain AI-specific hardware and software, including GPUs, specialized servers, and AI frameworks.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and resource utilization, implementing proactive measures to prevent issues.
• Manage user access, permissions, and security protocols for AI development environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues related to AI systems and infrastructure.
• Implement and manage backup and disaster recovery solutions for critical AI data and systems.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI infrastructure and system administration best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in systems administration, with a focus on managing infrastructure for AI and machine learning workloads .
• Proficiency in operating systems (Linux/Unix variants) and shell scripting.
• Experience with managing and optimizing hardware for AI, such as GPUs and high-performance computing clusters.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of networking, storage, and security principles relevant to AI systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities to work with advanced AI technologies and infrastructure.
• Professional development and training in AI system management.
• A supportive team environment focused on enabling AI innovation.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a better work-life balance.