Lead AI Solutions Architect - Cloud Native

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development budget

Global collaboration with diverse team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead AI Solutions Architect to drive our remote-first technology initiatives. You will design scalable, secure AI platforms across cloud providers and guide cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact AI projects.

In this senior role, you will shape the technical vision, establish best practices for AI development and operations, and mentor engineers. A strong background in cloud-native architectures and MLOps is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Extensive software architecture experience with cloud-native environments.
• Proven AI/ML solution design including MLOps.
• Deep understanding of AWS/Azure/GCP and AI services.
• Strong data engineering knowledge and big data tech.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work remotely in distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end AI/ML solutions on major cloud platforms.
• Lead technical design and implementation of AI services and data pipelines.
• Define best practices for cloud-native AI development and ops.
• Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and engineers.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to teams.
• Evaluate AI technologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and security of AI systems.
• Contribute to AI strategy and roadmap.
• Develop proofs-of-concept to validate architecture.

Skills

Cloud-native design

MLOps

Data engineering principles

AI/ML solution design

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a pioneering force in AI-driven business transformation, seeking an exceptional Lead AI Solutions Architect to spearhead their remote-first technology initiatives. This role is entirely remote, offering unparalleled flexibility for candidates across George, Western Cape, and beyond. You will be responsible for designing and architecting scalable, robust, and secure AI solutions that leverage cloud-native technologies. This is a senior position where you will define the technical vision, guide development teams, and ensure the successful implementation of complex AI projects. The focus will be on building next-generation AI platforms and services that deliver significant business value. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping our client's technological roadmap and driving innovation in the AI space.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end AI/ML solutions on major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Lead the technical design and implementation of AI services, including data pipelines, model training, and deployment strategies.
• Define best practices and standards for cloud-native AI development and operations.
• Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and software engineers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate AI technologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of deployed AI systems.
• Contribute to the company's AI strategy and roadmap.
• Develop proof-of-concepts and prototypes to validate architectural approaches.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in software architecture, with a significant focus on cloud-native environments (microservices, containers, serverless).
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing AI/ML solutions, including MLOps practices.
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their AI/ML services.
• Strong knowledge of data engineering principles and big data technologies.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote, distributed team environment.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines for AI/ML workflows.

Benefits

• As a fully remote position, this role offers exceptional flexibility.
• Our client provides a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a generous professional development budget.
• You’ll have the opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects, collaborate with a talented global team, and contribute to cutting-edge AI innovation.
• We support a culture of continuous learning and provide resources to help you stay at the forefront of AI technology.
• Enjoy the autonomy and convenience of working from home while being an integral part of a thriving and forward-thinking company.