AI Research Scientist

Durban FULL TIME R50,000 - R70,000 / Month
(R600,000 - R840,000 / Year)

Job Description

As an AI Research Scientist, you will collaborate with a talented team to advance our AI capabilities. Your role will involve research, development, and deployment of AI models, ensuring we remain leaders in the technology space while contributing to open-source projects.

Responsibilities

  • Innovate and experiment with state-of-the-art AI methodologies.
  • Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to optimize AI models.
  • Identify key performance indicators for AI projects and monitor success.
  • Prepare reports and presentations demonstrating the impact of AI initiatives.
  • Advocate for best practices in AI model development and deployment.
  • Provide technical guidance and support across the organization.

Requirements

Education
  • Master's degree in a quantitative field
  • PhD is an advantage
Experience
  • 3-5 years of experience in AI/ML roles
Technical Skills
  • Machine Learning
  • R
  • SQL
Soft Skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Adaptability
Certifications
  • AI and Machine Learning Certification
  • Professional Scrum Master
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience in contributing to open source projects: Contributions to AI/ML open source initiatives are a plus.
  • Publications in AI-related journals or conferences: A strong publication record can enhance your application prospects.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits including gym membership.
  • Generous leave policies and work life balance.
  • Annual team retreats and outings.
  • Access to the latest tools and technology.

Company Culture

  • Continuous Improvement: We are always learning and improving, fostering a growth mindset among our employees.
  • Collaboration and Support: Supportive work environment where employees help one another to succeed.
  • Work-Life Balance: We prioritize a healthy work-life balance to ensure the wellbeing of our staff.
Status: Closed