AI Research Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced AI Research Engineer to join our talented team in Pietermaritzburg. The ideal candidate will be passionate about advancing artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, bringing innovative solutions to complex problems. You will have a significant role in developing algorithms, models, and tools that empower our projects and clients in various domains, from automation to data analysis. If you're adept at working collaboratively and possess a strong analytical mind, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement machine learning models to solve complex problems.
• Conduct research to improve existing AI algorithms and frameworks.
• Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to deploy AI applications.
• Analyze data to derive actionable insights and improve decision-making.
• Prepare reports and presentations on AI research findings and insights.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning.
• Mentor junior engineers and interns on AI-related projects.
• Identify opportunities for AI implementation within our existing products.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, AI or a related discipline
• Master's degree is advantageous

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in AI research and development

Technical Skills

• Deep Learning
• Natural Language Processing

Soft Skills

• Creative Problem Solving
• Effective Communication

Certifications

• Machine Learning Certification
• Professional Data Scientist Certification

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Knowledge of Big Data technologies: Familiarity with Hadoop and Spark platforms for AI applications.
• Experience in deploying AI solutions to cloud platforms: Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure for deploying machine learning models.