Lead AI Engineer - Computer Vision

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 2,470,000 - 3,787,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 invites a Lead AI Engineer (Computer Vision) to drive design, development and deployment of cutting-edge CV systems. This fully remote role will lead a talented team and collaborate with stakeholders to shape project roadmaps and AI strategy.

You will guide model development, evaluation, and deployment across cloud platforms, while staying at the forefront of CNNs, Transformers, and MLOps practices. Competitive salary and ongoing professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in CS/Engineering with CV/ML focus.
• 5+ years of experience in CV systems development and deployment.
• Deep learning architectures: CNNs and Transformers.
• Proficient in Python and DL frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras).
• Experience with MLOps and cloud AI workloads.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of advanced computer vision models and algorithms.
• Architect scalable AI systems for image/video analysis, including object detection and tracking.
• Mentor and guide a team of AI engineers and researchers.
• Collaborate with product managers to define requirements and roadmaps.
• Oversee the ML lifecycle from data preprocessing to deployment.
• Stay current with CV and DL research and best practices.
• Optimize model performance for efficiency and accuracy across platforms.
• Contribute to the company's AI strategy and technical vision.
• Ensure MLOps practices are implemented for seamless deployment and monitoring.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/Engineering (CV/ML)

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

Docker

Kubernetes

MLflow

Job description

About the Role

Join Our client, a trailblazing force in the AI & Emerging Technologies sector, as a Lead AI Engineer specializing in Computer Vision. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying sophisticated computer vision systems that power next-generation applications. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of visual AI and lead a talented team in a fully remote setting, fostering innovation and pushing the boundaries of machine perception. You will be at the forefront of technological advancement, tackling complex challenges and delivering impactful solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced computer vision models and algorithms.
• Architect scalable and robust AI systems for image and video analysis, object detection, tracking, and recognition.
• Mentor and guide a team of AI engineers and researchers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define project requirements and roadmaps.
• Oversee the entire machine learning lifecycle, from data preprocessing and model training to evaluation and deployment.
• Stay current with the latest research and technological advancements in computer vision and deep learning.
• Optimize model performance for efficiency and accuracy across various platforms.
• Contribute to the company's AI strategy and technical vision.
• Ensure best practices in MLOps are implemented for seamless deployment and monitoring.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in Computer Vision or Machine Learning.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in developing and deploying computer vision systems.
• Deep understanding of image processing techniques, feature extraction, and deep learning architectures (CNNs, Transformers).
• Proficiency in Python and experience with deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and projects.
• Strong understanding of MLOps principles and tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, MLflow).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote environment.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for AI workloads is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• As a fully remote position, this role offers unparalleled flexibility.
• Our client provides a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and a generous performance bonus structure.
• We support continuous professional development through online courses, workshops, and access to leading AI conferences.
• You will have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects with a global impact, collaborate with a diverse and talented team, and grow your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
• We believe in fostering a culture of innovation and empowering our remote employees.