Senior AI Software Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental & vision insurance

Professional growth & training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior AI Software Engineer to design, develop, and deploy AI systems in Randburg. You will build robust software that integrates AI/ML models and work on challenging projects shaping the technical direction of AI initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years of software development with a focus on AI/ML, proficiency in Python/Java/C++, and experience with major ML frameworks. Fully remote role with strong collaboration and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development with a strong AI/ML focus.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or C++ and ML frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML powered software solutions.
• Build and optimize pipelines for data processing, model training, and inference.
• Collaborate with researchers and data scientists to productionize models.
• Develop scalable backend systems for AI functionality.
• Write clean, testable code and participate in reviews.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and tech selection for AI projects.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/related field

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior AI Software Engineer to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge artificial intelligence systems in Randburg . This role involves building robust and scalable software solutions that integrate advanced AI and machine learning models. You will work on challenging projects, contributing significantly to the technical direction and execution of AI initiatives. The ideal candidate is passionate about AI, possesses strong software engineering skills, and thrives in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement high-quality software solutions incorporating AI/ML capabilities.
• Build and optimize machine learning pipelines for data processing, model training, and inference.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and data scientists to integrate models into production-ready applications.
• Develop scalable and efficient backend systems to support AI functionalities.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code, participating actively in code reviews.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection for AI projects.

Requirements

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

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and attending AI conferences.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• A stimulating work environment focused on innovation and cutting-edge AI technology.