Lead AI Software Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Sur place; ZAR 1 500 000 - 2 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health coverage

Dental/vision coverage

Generous vacation policy

Advanced training & development

Leadership role in Kimberley AI team

Stock options

Retirement plan with company matching

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking a Lead AI Software Engineer to design, develop, and deploy AI-powered software. You will lead a team of engineers across the full SDLC, driving technical direction and production readiness.

The role requires a strong AI/ML background, deep coding skills in Python/Java/C++, cloud experience, and a passion for scalable distributed systems. On-site presence is expected to foster collaboration and project leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of software engineering experience with at least 4 years in AI/ML development.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing software projects.
• Strong proficiency in Python, Java, or C++.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containers (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Expertise in building scalable distributed systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with MLOps principles and practices.

Responsabilités

• Lead a team of AI software engineers in design, development, and deployment of AI/ML solutions.
• Architect scalable and robust software systems for AI applications.
• Write high-quality, maintainable code for AI models and infrastructure.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, including testing, deployment, and monitoring.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and data scientists to integrate models into production systems.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth within the team.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Stay current with emerging AI technologies and software engineering trends.
• Contribute to technical strategy and roadmap planning.

Connaissances

AI/ML leadership

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Formation

Master's degree or PhD in CS/SE

Outils

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a premier company in AI & Emerging Technologies, is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead AI Software Engineer to join their dedicated team in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This role is critical for designing, developing, and deploying robust AI-powered software solutions. You will lead a team of talented engineers, overseeing the entire software development lifecycle for AI projects, from concept to production. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical leadership, deep expertise in AI/ML implementation, and a passion for building scalable and efficient systems. Based in our Kimberley, Northern Cape office, this position requires your on-site presence to foster close team collaboration and direct project leadership. You will be instrumental in driving the technical direction of our AI initiatives, ensuring high-quality code and successful project outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to mentor engineers and shape the future of AI software development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of AI software engineers in the design, development, and deployment of AI/ML solutions.
• Architect scalable and robust software systems for AI applications.
• Write high-quality, maintainable, and efficient code for AI models and infrastructure.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, including testing, deployment, and monitoring.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and data scientists to integrate models into production systems.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth within the team.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Stay current with emerging AI technologies and software engineering trends.
• Contribute to technical strategy and roadmap planning.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 4 years focused on AI/ML development.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing software projects.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Expertise in building scalable distributed systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with MLOps principles and practices.

Benefits

• Top-tier salary package:
• R per annum .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous vacation policy and company holidays.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development.
• Leadership role in a growing AI team at our Kimberley, Northern Cape location.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Performance-based bonuses and stock options.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.