Technical Lead - AI/Machine Learning

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary with performancebon

Conference opportunities

Health and retirement benefits

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Technical Lead for its AI/ML division in Soweto, Gauteng. You will guide a team of AI engineers and researchers to design, implement, and deploy cutting-edge machine learning solutions, shaping the technical direction and project success.

You will mentor teams, drive architecture decisions, ensure scalable ML lifecycles, and stay abreast of the latest AI advances while ensuring ethical application and high-quality code in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifikationen

• PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, or related quantitative field.
• 6+ years of AI/ML development experience with model building and deployment.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and managing complex AI projects.
• Deep understanding of supervised/unsupervised learning and deep learning.

Aufgaben

• Lead design, development, and deployment of state-of-the-art ML models and algorithms.
• Mentor AI engineers and researchers, fostering technical excellence.
• Define technical roadmap and architecture for AI/ML projects.
• Collaborate with product managers to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Oversee ML lifecycle from data preprocessing to deployment.
• Stay updated on AI research and ethical use of AI technologies.
• Conduct code reviews and uphold high coding standards.
• Contribute to publications, presentations, and IP development.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Ausbildung

Master's degree or PhD in CS/AI/ML

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

AWS SageMaker

Azure ML / Google AI Platform

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge research and development firm specializing in artificial intelligence, is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Technical Lead for their AI/Machine Learning division. This pivotal role, based in **Soweto, Gauteng, ZA**, will lead a team of talented AI engineers and researchers in developing and deploying advanced machine learning models and solutions. You will be instrumental in defining the technical direction, mentoring team members, and ensuring the successful execution of complex AI projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in a quantitative field, extensive hands-on experience in AI/ML development, and proven leadership capabilities. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of AI and contribute to groundbreaking innovations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of state-of-the-art machine learning models and algorithms.
• Mentor and guide a team of AI/ML engineers and researchers, fostering technical excellence.
• Define the technical roadmap and architecture for AI/ML projects, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Oversee the entire ML lifecycle, from data preprocessing and feature engineering to model training, evaluation, and deployment.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and deep learning research.
• Ensure the ethical and responsible application of AI technologies.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce high standards for code quality and best practices.
• Contribute to publications, presentations, and intellectual property development.

Requirements

• PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• 6+ years of experience in AI/Machine Learning development, with a significant focus on model building and deployment.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and managing complex AI projects.
• Deep understanding of various machine learning algorithms (e.g., supervised, unsupervised, deep learning) and their applications.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and relevant libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Experience with data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation techniques.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS SageMaker, Azure ML, Google AI Platform) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and potential for significant performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on pioneering AI research and development.
• Lead a team of highly skilled AI professionals.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Extensive opportunities for professional growth and attending conferences.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, life insurance, and retirement contributions.
• A culture that fosters innovation and scientific discovery.