Senior AI Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Equity options

Health insurance

PTO & remote flexibility

Professional development

Global impact projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior AI Engineer to join a remote-first team focused on developing and deploying advanced AI solutions. You will lead technical initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative AI products.

The role requires 5+ years in AI/ML engineering, advanced degree or equivalent experience, and fluency with Python and DL frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch. Strong cloud and MLOps skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML engineering or software development with a focus on AI.
• Expertise in Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with large-scale data processing and MLOps practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable AI and machine learning systems.
• Develop and optimize algorithms for areas such as NLP, computer vision, or reinforcement learning.
• Build robust data pipelines and infrastructure for training and deploying ML models.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and data scientists to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Implement best practices for MLOps, including CI/CD, model monitoring, and version control.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and innovation.

Skills

Python

Deep learning

NLP

Computer vision

Reinforcement learning

Distributed systems

Cloud platforms

MLOps

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/AI

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior AI Engineer to join their remote-first team, focusing on developing and deploying advanced artificial intelligence solutions. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of AI technologies within the organization, driving the creation of intelligent systems that solve complex problems. You will lead technical initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring innovative AI products to life. We are looking for a seasoned professional passionate about AI, with a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions in a distributed, collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable AI and machine learning systems.


• Develop and optimize algorithms for areas such as NLP, computer vision, or reinforcement learning.


• Build robust data pipelines and infrastructure for training and deploying ML models.


• Collaborate closely with product managers and data scientists to define project requirements and deliverables.


• Implement best practices for MLOps, including CI/CD, model monitoring, and version control.


• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and innovation.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.


• 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML engineering or software development with a focus on AI.


• Expertise in Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).


• Strong understanding of distributed systems, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).


• Experience with large-scale data processing and MLOps practices.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and equity options.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous paid time off and remote work flexibility.


• Professional development opportunities and conference attendance.


• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI challenges with a global impact.