Senior AI Software Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Stock options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior AI Software Engineer for our client in Nelspruit to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI and ML capabilities within core products. You will build scalable AI solutions, optimize performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a strong CS background with 5+ years in software development, expertise in Python/Java/C++, ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch, and cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP).

Qualifications

• Degree in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in software development with emphasis on AI/ML.
• Proficiency in Python, Java or C++.
• Experience with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimize AI algorithms and models.
• Develop production-ready AI software with scalable performance.
• Integrate AI models into existing applications.
• Collaborate with data scientists and PMs to deliver solutions.
• Write unit and integration tests; contribute to AI development practices.

Skills

AI/ML expertise

Unit testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Python

Java

C++

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior AI Software Engineer to join their innovative development team in Nelspruit . This role involves designing, developing, and deploying advanced AI and machine learning capabilities into their core products and services. You will work on challenging problems, leveraging your expertise in software engineering and AI to build scalable, efficient, and robust AI solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the technological advancement of the company and work in a stimulating environment with a focus on cutting-edge AI applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimize AI algorithms and machine learning models for specific applications.
• Develop production-quality code for AI systems, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Integrate AI models into existing software infrastructure and applications.
• Collaborate with data scientists and product managers to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests for AI components.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of AI development practices and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on AI/ML.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Experience with ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Solid understanding of software architecture, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and potential stock options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in AI and software engineering.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment in Nelspruit .
• Generous paid time off and a commitment to work-life balance.
• Work on impactful projects at the forefront of AI technology.