Senior AI/ML Software Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Conference attendance

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a Senior AI/ML Software Engineer to join our hybrid team. You will help develop, implement and deploy production AI/ML features across platforms.

You will work with data scientists and engineers to build scalable ML infrastructure, write clean, well-documented code, and contribute to cutting-edge AI projects with tangible business impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS, Engineering, or related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with 2+ years in AI/ML.
• Proficient in Python and AI/ML libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Strong ML concepts and production-ready practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms and MLOps is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize ML models and algorithms for production.
• Implement and integrate AI/ML solutions into software platforms.
• Collaborate with data scientists to translate research into production code.
• Build and maintain data pipelines and ML infrastructure.
• Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code, participating in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to AI/ML systems in production environments.

Skills

Python

AI/ML concepts

Team collaboration

Problem solving

MLOps

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Senior AI/ML Software Engineer to join their team in Kimberley . This hybrid role is central to developing, implementing, and deploying sophisticated machine learning models and AI-driven features into production systems. You will work closely with data scientists and other engineers to build scalable, high-performance AI solutions that address key business challenges within the AI & Emerging Technologies sector. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge AI development in a collaborative environment, working on challenging projects that have a tangible impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize machine learning models and algorithms for various applications, ensuring production-readiness.
• Implement and integrate AI/ML solutions into existing software platforms and products.
• Collaborate with data scientists to translate research models into robust, scalable production code.
• Build and maintain efficient data pipelines and ML infrastructure to support model training and deployment.
• Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code, participating actively in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to AI/ML systems in production environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 2 years focused on AI/ML development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with AI/ML libraries such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• Solid understanding of machine learning concepts, algorithms, and best practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps principles is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training and conference attendance.
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation in AI .
• Exposure to diverse and challenging projects in emerging technologies .