Lead AI Research Scientist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Global health benefits

Retirement plan

Stock options

WFH flexibility

Unlimited PTO

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Lead AI Research Scientist for a fully remote role. You will spearhead innovative AI research, guide a global team of researchers, and translate theoretical advances into practical ML solutions across domains.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in CS/AI/ML, 7+ years of post‑PhD or industry experience, a strong publication record, and deep Python expertise with TensorFlow, PyTorch, and scikit‑learn. Leadership and remote collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or related field.
• 7+ years post‑doc or significant industry AI research experience.
• Proven impactful AI/ML research with top conferences/journals.

Responsabilités

• Lead R&D of novel AI algorithms and ML models.
• Design and implement AI systems for real-world problems.
• Mentor junior researchers and guide the research roadmap.
• Publish and contribute to scientific literature and IP.

Connaissances

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Formation

PhD in CS/AI/ML

Outils

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is a globally recognized leader in artificial intelligence research, seeking an exceptional Lead AI Research Scientist to drive innovation and spearhead pioneering projects. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to the cutting edge of AI development. You will lead a team of talented researchers in exploring novel AI algorithms, developing advanced machine learning models, and pushing the boundaries of AI applications across various domains. The ideal candidate will possess a deep theoretical understanding of AI and machine learning, a strong track record of impactful research, and proven leadership abilities. This role presents an unparalleled opportunity to influence the direction of AI technology and contribute to transformative breakthroughs from your remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the research and development of novel AI algorithms and machine learning models, focusing on areas such as deep learning, reinforcement learning, natural language processing, or computer vision.
• Design and implement AI systems that solve complex real-world problems.
• Collaborate with a global team of researchers and engineers to translate research concepts into practical applications.
• Mentor and guide junior AI researchers, fostering a culture of innovation and scientific excellence.
• Analyze and interpret complex datasets to train and optimize AI models.
• Stay at the forefront of AI research by actively engaging with scientific literature, attending conferences, and contributing to publications.
• Oversee the research roadmap and strategic planning for AI initiatives.
• Develop and maintain high-quality, reproducible research codebases.
• Contribute to intellectual property, including patents and open-source contributions.

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral or significant industry experience in AI research.
• Proven track record of impactful research in AI/ML, demonstrated through publications in top-tier conferences and journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ACL).
• Deep theoretical understanding of machine learning principles, algorithms, and frameworks.
• Expertise in programming languages such as Python, and proficiency with AI/ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Demonstrated experience in leading research projects and mentoring team members.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience working in a remote research environment is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary,
• comprehensive global health benefits,
• a generous retirement savings plan,
• significant stock options,
• flexible work-from-home arrangements,
• unlimited paid time off,
• and unparalleled opportunities for professional development and learning.
• Join a world-leading team shaping the future of artificial intelligence from anywhere.