Machine Learning Engineer (Specialist) - Talent Pool

ATS Client; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Client in Cape Town seeks a Specialist Machine Learning Engineer to focus on niche ML areas such as NLP, computer vision, or RL. You will develop domain-specific models aligned to business needs and lead research and prototyping of innovative ML solutions.

The role involves identifying opportunities to apply cutting-edge ML advancements, collaborating with engineers to deliver production-ready solutions, and sharing expert insights on ML tools and algorithms to keep the organization at the

Qualifications

• NQF 6 or higher ICT qualification including Information Systems; Cloud certification.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in a Machine Learning Engineer role.

Responsibilities

• Focus on niche ML areas such as natural language processing, computer vision, or reinforcement learning.
• Develop domain-specific ML models tailored to specialized business needs.
• Conduct in-depth research and prototype innovative ML solutions.
• Identify opportunities to apply cutting-edge ML advancements to improve processes or create new capabilities.
• Collaborate with other engineers to deploy research into scalable, production-ready solutions.
• Provide expert insights on tools, frameworks, or algorithms to keep ML innovation ahead.
• Contribute to the development of internal ML tools and libraries to streamline workflows.

Education

NQF 6 or higher ICT qualification incl. Information Systems; Cloud certification

Job description

Job Description

The role of the Specialist Machine Learning Engineer encompasses many activities, including (but not limited to):

• Focusing on niche areas of machine learning, such as natural language processing, computer vision, or reinforcement learning.
• Developing domain‑specific ML models tailored to specialized business needs.
• Conducting in‑depth research and prototyping innovative solutions using advanced ML techniques.
• Identifying opportunities to apply cutting‑edge machine learning advancements to improve processes or create new capabilities.
• Collaborating with other Engineers to transfer research findings into scalable, production‑ready solutions.
• Providing expert insights on specific tools, frameworks, or algorithms, ensuring the organization stays ahead in ML innovation.
• Contributing to the development of internal ML tools and libraries to streamline workflows.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• NQF 6 or higher tertiary qualification in Information Communication Technology (ICT) field incorporating (but not limited to) Information Systems; Cloud certification.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years' experience in a field of a Machine Learning Engineer role.