Lead AI/ML Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development budget

Impactful AI projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead AI/ML Engineer to spearhead advanced AI initiatives. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a world-class team of AI professionals.

You will guide the technical direction, mentoring junior engineers, and driving the design and implementation of complex machine learning systems. You will lead a team, collaborate with product managers to shape AI roadmaps, and ensure scalable and reliable ML

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in CS/AI or related quantitative field.
• 7+ years in AI/ML, with 2+ years in lead roles.
• Expertise in ML algorithms, DL frameworks, and MLOps.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of AI/ML models.
• Mentor a team of AI/ML engineers and foster growth.
• Collaborate with product to define AI roadmaps and requirements.
• Ensure scalable, reliable, and efficient AI solutions.
• Drive adoption of new AI technologies and best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure high-quality delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Python

Remote collaboration

Machine learning

Deep learning

MLOps

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science/AI

PhD in a related field

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Docker

Kubernetes

ML pipelines

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead AI/ML Engineer to spearhead their advanced AI development initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a world-class team of AI professionals. You will be responsible for guiding the technical direction, mentoring junior engineers, and driving the design and implementation of complex machine learning systems. This role is for a visionary leader passionate about leveraging AI to solve challenging problems and creating impactful solutions, all within a supportive and innovative remote-first culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of sophisticated AI and machine learning models and systems.
• Mentor and guide a team of AI/ML engineers, fostering technical growth and best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define AI product roadmaps and requirements.
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and efficiency of AI/ML solutions in production environments.
• Drive innovation by exploring and implementing new AI technologies and methodologies.
• Conduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and ensure high-quality software delivery.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related quantitative field.
• 7+ years of professional experience in AI/ML engineering, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Expertise in machine learning algorithms, deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), and MLOps.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with data science libraries.
• Proven ability to architect and build scalable AI/ML systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with experience in remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Top-tier competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous professional development budget for courses, conferences, and certifications.
• Opportunity to lead innovative AI projects and make a significant impact on the industry.