Machine Learning Engineer - NLP Focus

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer specialized in NLP to join a distributed, fully remote team. You will design, train, and deploy NLP models, handle large text datasets, and collaborate across global teams to integrate solutions into production systems.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of NLP-focused ML experience, strong Python skills, and proficiency with spaCy, NLTK, and Hugging Face Transformers. Experience with TensorFlow or PyTorch is required.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Linguistics, or a related field with an NLP focus.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in machine learning engineering, with a strong emphasis on NLP.
• Proficiency in Python and NLP libraries (spaCy, NLTK, Hugging Face Transformers).
• Expertise in deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.

Responsibilities

• Design, train, and deploy state-of-the-art NLP models (transformers, LSTMs, RNNs).
• Develop algorithms for text classification, sentiment analysis, NER, and machine translation.
• Process and analyze large volumes of unstructured text data.
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to integrate NLP models into production systems.
• Optimize ML models for performance, scalability, and efficiency.
• Stay current with NLP and deep learning advancements.
• Develop and maintain robust NLP pipelines and tools.
• Document code, models, and processes thoroughly.

Skills

NLP

Machine learning

Python

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in CS/AI/linguistics with NLP focus

Tools

spaCy

NLTK

Hugging Face Transformers

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

Our client, a cutting-edge innovator in AI & Emerging Technologies , is seeking a talented Machine Learning Engineer with a specialization in Natural Language Processing (NLP) to join their distributed team. This role, operating in a fully Remote capacity, will focus on developing and deploying advanced NLP models to enhance our products and services. You will work with large text datasets, design cutting-edge algorithms, and collaborate with a global team of experts. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in machine learning, deep expertise in NLP techniques, and a passion for building intelligent systems. This is a prime opportunity to contribute to transformative AI projects from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, train, and deploy state-of-the-art NLP models (e.g., transformers, LSTMs, RNNs).
• Develop and implement algorithms for tasks such as text classification, sentiment analysis, named entity recognition, and machine translation.
• Process and analyze large volumes of unstructured text data.
• Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to integrate NLP models into production systems.
• Optimize ML models for performance, scalability, and efficiency.
• Stay current with the latest research and advancements in NLP and deep learning.
• Develop and maintain robust NLP pipelines and tools.
• Conduct experiments to evaluate and improve model performance.
• Contribute to the company's intellectual property through innovative solutions.
• Document code, models, and processes thoroughly.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Linguistics, or a related field with an NLP focus.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in machine learning engineering, with a strong emphasis on NLP.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with NLP libraries (e.g., spaCy, NLTK, Hugging Face Transformers).
• Expertise in deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Solid understanding of NLP concepts, algorithms, and evaluation metrics.
• Experience with data preprocessing, feature extraction for text data.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps practices is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, effective in a Remote setting.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and opportunities for professional development. As a Remote employee, you will enjoy flexibility and work-life balance while contributing to groundbreaking work in AI & Emerging Technologies . Be part of a global, innovative team focused on pushing the boundaries of NLP. This role provides excellent growth potential and the chance to make a significant impact from your chosen location, with strategic oversight potentially linked to our operations near Paarl, Western Cape .