Senior AI Solutions Architect

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance bonuses

Career development opportunities

Exposure to cutting-edge AI projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior AI Solutions Architect in Richards Bay to design and implement AI-driven solutions for diverse clients. You will translate complex business needs into scalable AI architectures, lead ML deployment and MLOps, and guide data governance and ethical AI considerations.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with clients, and set technical roadmaps that align with strategic aims, while staying ahead of industry trends in AI technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
• 7+ years of software architecture experience with a focus on AI/ML.
• Experience designing and implementing complex AI systems including cloud-based solutions (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Strong knowledge of ML algorithms, data science, and MLOps principles.
• Data architecture, data warehousing, and big data technologies.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills; consulting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end AI/ML solutions, including data strategy and deployment.
• Collaborate with clients to understand challenges and identify AI opportunities.
• Lead evaluation of AI/ML platforms, tools, and services.
• Develop technical roadmaps for AI initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Provide guidance on MLOps, data governance, and ethical AI practices.
• Create architecture diagrams, design specs, and implementation plans.
• Oversee implementation ensuring quality, performance, and scalability.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers; stay updated with AI trends.

Skills

Software architecture

AI/ML solutions

MLOps

Data governance

Education

BSc/ MSc in CS/ Engineering/ Data Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding technology consultancy, is seeking a Senior AI Solutions Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of innovative AI-driven solutions for their diverse clientele. Based in the industrial hub of **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal**, this role requires a strategic thinker with a profound understanding of AI technologies and their practical application across various business domains. You will be responsible for translating complex business requirements into robust, scalable, and secure AI architectures. This is a unique opportunity to influence technological strategy and drive digital transformation initiatives within the region and beyond. Join our client in **Richards Bay** to architect the future of AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect end-to-end AI and machine learning solutions, encompassing data strategy, model development, deployment, and operationalization.
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand business challenges and identify AI opportunities.
• Lead the technical evaluation and selection of AI/ML platforms, tools, and services.
• Develop technical roadmaps for AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Provide expert guidance on AI best practices, including MLOps, data governance, and ethical AI considerations.
• Create detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design specifications, and implementation plans.
• Oversee the technical implementation of AI solutions, ensuring quality, performance, and scalability.
• Mentor junior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Stay abreast of emerging AI trends, technologies, and market developments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience (7+ years) in software architecture, with a strong focus on AI/ML solutions.
• Demonstrable experience designing and implementing complex AI systems, including cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep understanding of various ML algorithms, data science principles, and AI technologies (e.g., NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics).
• Experience with MLOps principles and tools for model lifecycle management.
• Excellent understanding of data architecture, data warehousing, and big data technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Experience in a consulting or client-facing role is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and performance bonuses.
• There are significant opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and exposure to a wide range of cutting-edge AI projects.
• The work environment in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal** is dynamic and forward-thinking, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• Become a key player in shaping the AI landscape for businesses in **KwaZulu-Natal**.