Principal AI Architect & Tech Lead - Scalable ML Systems

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Relocation assistance may be available

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, South Africa, seeks a Principal AI Engineer to lead the technical strategy and execution of advanced AI projects. You will architect foundational AI systems, mentor engineering teams, and shape the future of AI within the company.

This senior role requires deep expertise in ML algorithms, scalable architectures, and ethical AI practices, with a proven track record delivering production-grade solutions and guiding multi-disciplinary groups.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in CS/AI or equivalent extensive experience.
• 10+ years in software engineering with a strong AI/ML focus.
• Proven track record leading large-scale AI systems and teams.

Responsibilities

• Architect scalable, production-grade AI/ML systems.
• Provide technical leadership to AI and software teams.
• Define best practices for AI development and model lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify AI opportunities.
• Evaluate and integrate new AI technologies to enhance platform capabilities.

Skills

AI/ML leadership

Python

PyTorch

TensorFlow

System architecture

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/AI

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow)

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, South Africa, seeks a Principal AI Engineer to lead the technical strategy and execution of advanced AI projects. You will architect foundational AI systems, mentor engineering teams, and shape the future of AI within the company.

This senior role requires deep expertise in ML algorithms, scalable architectures, and ethical AI practices, with a proven track record delivering production-grade solutions and guiding multi-disciplinary groups.