NLP Engineer

Cape Town Full-time R50,000 - R66,667 / Month
(R600,000 - R800,000 / Year)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled NLP Engineer to join our Cape Town team. In this role, you will work on exciting projects that involve developing and implementing natural language processing algorithms. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in machine learning, data analysis, and programming.

Responsibilities

  • Create data processing pipelines for text data acquisition and analysis.
  • Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and present findings.
  • Utilize deep learning architectures such as RNNs or transformers for model development.
  • Deploy NLP models within production environments and monitor their performance.
  • Employ version control systems for code management and collaboration.
  • Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate project results.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline like Computer Science
  • Master's degree is an advantage
Experience
  • 4+ years of experience in developing NLP applications
Technical Skills
  • Deep Learning
  • Data Analysis
Soft Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
Certifications
  • Certified Machine Learning Specialist
  • Data Science Pro Certification
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with Big Data Technologies: Familiarity with Hadoop or Spark to process large datasets efficiently.
  • Background in Linguistics: A strong understanding of linguistics fundamentals can help in NLP tasks.

Benefits

  • Full health and wellness benefits
  • Annual performance bonuses
  • Flexible working hours with remote options
  • Continuous learning and training initiatives

Company Culture

  • Collaboration: Our teams work collaboratively to ensure project success and personal growth.
  • Growth Opportunities: We provide ample opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
  • Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and promote an inclusive culture across our organization.
Status: Open