Lead AI Solutions Architect - Computer Vision

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Medical and dental coverage

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a Lead AI Solutions Architect specialized in computer vision to design and deliver scalable AI platforms. You will shape technical strategy, mentor engineers, and drive end-to-end deployment of vision-based solutions for global markets.

You will oversee architecture decisions, collaborate with product and data science teams, and stay ahead of AI/ML trends in cloud environments.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, AI, or related field.
• 7+ years of AI/ML experience with a strong focus on computer vision.
• Proven experience architecting and delivering large-scale AI solutions.
• Deep understanding of CV algorithms (object detection, segmentation, facial recognition) and DL frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, high-performance AI solutions focusing on computer vision.
• Lead technical vision and strategy for computer vision projects aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and technical specs.
• Provide architectural guidance across the development lifecycle and ML model deployment.
• Evaluate and select AI technologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Mentor AI engineers and data scientists and foster technical excellence.

Skills

AI/ML experience

Computer vision

Deep learning

Python

C++

Cloud platforms

MLOps

Leadership & communication

Education

Master's/PhD in CS/EE/AI

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

OpenCV

scikit-image

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in developing innovative AI-driven solutions, is seeking an exceptional Lead AI Solutions Architect with a specialization in Computer Vision to join their team in Cape Town, Western Cape . This senior position requires a visionary leader capable of designing and implementing complex AI architectures that leverage cutting-edge computer vision technologies. You will be responsible for translating business requirements into robust technical strategies and guiding development teams from concept to deployment. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the technical direction of AI projects, mentor a talented group of engineers, and work on solutions that are transforming various sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to architect scalable and efficient AI systems in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect scalable, high-performance AI solutions focusing on computer vision applications.
• Lead the technical vision and strategy for computer vision projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product managers, and engineering teams to define requirements and technical specifications.
• Oversee the development lifecycle, providing architectural guidance and ensuring best practices in AI/ML model development and deployment.
• Evaluate and select appropriate AI technologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Develop proofs-of-concept and prototypes to validate architectural designs.
• Mentor and guide a team of AI engineers and data scientists, fostering technical excellence.
• Ensure the integration of AI solutions with existing systems and infrastructure.
• Stay current with advancements in computer vision, deep learning, and cloud-based AI platforms.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, AI, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in AI/ML, with a strong focus on computer vision.
• Proven experience in architecting and delivering large-scale AI solutions.
• Deep understanding of computer vision algorithms (e.g., object detection, image segmentation, facial recognition) and deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and experience with relevant libraries (OpenCV, scikit-image).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their AI/ML services.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and MLOps practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in the CapeTown tech ecosystem is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client provides a comprehensive compensation package, including a highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Benefits include extensive medical and dental coverage, a generous pension fund, and opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth, including access to leading conferences.
• The role in Cape Town also offers a stimulating work environment, opportunities for career advancement, and the chance to work on groundbreaking AI projects that impact a global market.
• We believe in empowering our employees and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.