Hybrid AI Solutions Architect — Cloud & ML Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous leave

Certifications support

Hybrid work

Advanced AI training

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an AI Solutions Architect to design and deploy scalable AI systems from Tembisa, with a hybrid work model combining office collaboration and remote work. You will translate business needs into robust architectures and drive AI initiatives that impact customer experiences.

You will evaluate AWS/Azure/GCP AI services, lead technical discussions, document architectures, and mentor teams on AI best practices, MLOps, and data engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in designing and implementing AI/ML solutions.
• Proficiency with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their AI/ML services.
• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, data modeling, and MLOps principles.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts.
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions and influence decision-making.
• Experience in architectural design patterns and best practices.
• Knowledge of data engineering concepts and tools.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end AI solutions, encompassing data pipelines, model deployment, and integration with existing systems.
• Evaluate and select appropriate AI technologies and cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) for various projects.
• Develop architectural blueprints and technical specifications for AI initiatives.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on AI best practices and emerging trends.
• Assess the feasibility and potential ROI of new AI applications.
• Develop and maintain documentation for AI solutions and architectures.
• Present technical solutions and recommendations to stakeholders at various levels.

Skills

AI/ML design

Cloud platforms

Python/Java/Scala

Leadership

Communication

MLOps

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/Engineering

Tools

TensorFlow/PyTorch

CI/CD tools

Kubernetes

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an AI Solutions Architect to design and deploy scalable AI systems from Tembisa, with a hybrid work model combining office collaboration and remote work. You will translate business needs into robust architectures and drive AI initiatives that impact customer experiences.

You will evaluate AWS/Azure/GCP AI services, lead technical discussions, document architectures, and mentor teams on AI best practices, MLOps, and data engineering.