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AI/ML Engineer

Cape Town, Western Cape · Information Technology
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior AI/ML Engineer to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in artificial intelligence and machine learning, with expertise in developing and deploying AI/ML models. As a Senior AI/ML Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining AI/ML solutions, as well as mentoring junior engineers. You should be passionate about data, writing clean, maintainable code, and have a deep understanding of modern AI/ML practices.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance AI/ML models.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
  • Write reusable, testable, and efficient code.
  • Integrate AI/ML models with existing systems and applications.
  • Optimize models for maximum speed and scalability.
  • Implement security and data protection measures.
  • Troubleshoot and debug models to resolve issues.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical leadership and code reviews.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge.
  • Participate in Agile/Scrum processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Required Skills and Technologies:
  • Proficiency in AI/ML Frameworks: Extensive experience with AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-learn.
  • Programming Languages: Strong understanding of programming languages such as Python, R, and Java.
  • Data Analysis: Expertise in data analysis and data visualization using libraries like Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib.
  • APIs and Web Services: Experience with RESTful APIs and integrating web services.
  • Database Management: Experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
  • Version Control: Strong experience with Git and collaborative development workflows (e.g., GitFlow).
  • Testing: Proficient in writing unit tests, integration tests, and using testing frameworks (e.g., PyTest).
  • Security Best Practices: Understanding of secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10).

Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) for full-stack development.
  • Familiarity with message brokers (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka) and event-driven architectures.
  • Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience with serverless computing (e.g., AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions).
  • Understanding of GraphQL and its implementation in AI/ML applications.

Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML development, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
  • Certifications (Optional): Relevant certifications such as:
    • AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty
    • Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate
    • Google Professional Machine Learning Engineer
    • TensorFlow Developer Certificate

Soft Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Leadership skills with a focus on mentoring and guiding junior engineers.
  • Adaptability to changing project requirements and technologies.

 

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