Senior AI/ML Solutions Architect

Placements24; Upington; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, is seeking a Senior AI/ML Solutions Architect to design and implement advanced AI/ML architectures for a range of clients. You will translate business challenges into scalable solutions, lead a team of data scientists, and drive strategic technology roadmaps in a hybrid work setup.

The role requires deep expertise in AI/ML algorithms, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), data engineering, and MLOps, with strong client-facing and leadership skills to deliver

Formación

• 8+ years in technology architecture with deep AI/ML focus.
• Experience designing production AI/ML systems.
• Strong knowledge of ML algorithms and cloud platforms.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or Scala.
• Data engineering, data warehousing, and big data tech.
• Familiar with MLOps for deployment and monitoring.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder skills.
• Master’s or Ph.D. in quantitative field preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Design end-to-end AI/ML solutions for clients.
• Select models, algorithms, and frameworks per use case.
• Lead ML pipelines from ingestion to deployment.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Provide tech leadership on AI/ML best practices, scalability, security.
• Advise on cloud infrastructure and hardware needs.
• Develop proofs-of-concept and proofs-of-value.
• Stay updated on AI/ML advancements and trends.
• Communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Contribute to reusable AI/ML components and patterns.

Conocimientos

AI/ML architecture

Cloud platforms

Data engineering

Programming: Python

Programming: R

Programming: Scala

MLOps

Leadership

Communication

Educación

Master’s or Ph.D. in CS/DS/AI or related field

Herramientas

AWS SageMaker

AWS EC2

AWS S3

Azure ML

Databricks

Vertex AI

Google Cloud AI Platform

Spark

Hadoop

MLflow

Kubeflow

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading technology consultancy firm, is seeking an innovative and experienced Senior AI/ML Solutions Architect to join their esteemed team. This role, based in our Upington, Northern Cape office with a hybrid work arrangement, is pivotal in designing and implementing advanced Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning solutions for a diverse range of clients. You will be instrumental in translating complex business challenges into scalable, robust, and cutting-edge AI/ML architectures. The ideal candidate possesses a profound understanding of various AI/ML algorithms, cloud platforms, and data engineering principles, combined with exceptional strategic thinking and client-facing skills. This is an unparalleled opportunity to lead transformative AI initiatives, shape technological roadmaps, and mentor a team of talented data scientists and engineers. You will be at the forefront of driving innovation and delivering significant business value through intelligent systems within the dynamic tech landscape of the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end AI/ML solutions tailored to specific business requirements.
• Evaluate and select appropriate AI/ML models, algorithms, and frameworks for various use cases.
• Oversee the development and implementation of machine learning pipelines, including data ingestion, pre-processing, model training, and deployment.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to define project scope and objectives.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on AI/ML best practices, scalability, and security.
• Assess and advise on AI/ML infrastructure, including cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and specialized hardware.
• Develop proof-of-concepts and proofs-of-value for potential AI/ML applications.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI/ML research, technologies, and industry trends.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to the development of reusable AI/ML components and architectural patterns.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in technology architecture, with a significant focus on AI/ML solutions.
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex AI/ML systems in production environments.
• Deep understanding of various machine learning algorithms (e.g., supervised, unsupervised, deep learning) and their applications.
• Expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS (SageMaker, EC2, S3), Azure (Machine Learning, Databricks), or Google Cloud (AI Platform, Vertex AI).
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI/ML, such as Python, R, or Scala.
• Strong knowledge of data engineering principles, data warehousing, and big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop).
• Experience with MLOps principles and tools for model deployment, monitoring, and management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related quantitative field is highly preferred.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, with an annual compensation of up to ZAR , commensurate with your expertise and leadership capabilities. This role includes comprehensive health insurance, performance-based bonuses, and generous opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in the fast-evolving AI landscape. The hybrid work model provides flexibility, combining essential in-office collaboration at our Upington, Northern Cape location with remote workdays. Join a forward-thinking organization where you can drive innovation, solve complex challenges, and shape the future of AI/ML for leading businesses.