Senior Software Engineer - AI/ML

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Híbrido; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Stock options

Remote work

Career growth

Competitive salary

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Senior Software Engineer with deep AI/ML expertise to design, develop, and deploy scalable AI solutions in a fully remote role. You will collaborate with engineers, data scientists, and product managers across the product suite, tackling complex challenges and shaping AI initiatives.

You will contribute to all phases of the software lifecycle, mentor juniors, and stay current with AI/ML advances while enjoying a flexible remote work environment and growth opportunities.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development with a focus on AI/ML.
• Experience deploying ML models in production environments.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and deploy robust AI/ML models.
• Build production-grade AI/ML pipelines including data prep and training.
• Collaborate with data scientists and product managers to translate requirements.
• Write clean, well-documented code in Python/Java/C++ and optimize performance.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in code reviews.

Conocimientos

AI/ML expertise

Problem solving

Remote work independence

Educación

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/Engineering

Herramientas

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Spark

Hadoop

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking technology company, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with deep expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). This fully remote position is ideal for a visionary engineer who thrives on tackling complex challenges and building cutting-edge AI solutions. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying scalable ML models and AI-powered applications that drive innovation across our product suite. The role involves collaborating with a talented team of engineers, data scientists, and product managers, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle, and shaping the future of our AI initiatives. If you are passionate about leveraging AI to solve real-world problems and desire a flexible, remote work environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust and scalable AI/ML models and algorithms.
• Build and maintain production-level AI/ML pipelines, including data preprocessing, model training, and deployment.
• Collaborate with data scientists and product managers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Optimize model performance, scalability, and efficiency.
• Contribute to the architectural design of AI/ML systems and platforms.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in AI/ML research and technologies.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and other team activities.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on AI/ML.
• Proven experience in developing and deploying machine learning models in production environments.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI/ML (e.g., Python) and relevant libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and data structures.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and related AI/ML services.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with distributed teams.
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) is a plus.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position, offering exceptional flexibility and the ability to work from anywhere. Our client provides a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, stock options, and significant opportunities for professional growth and learning in a fast-paced, innovative environment. The role is notionally based in Mahikeng, North West, but is entirely remote.