Machine Learning Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Machine Learning Engineer to join our dynamic team in Durban. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in machine learning algorithms, data analysis, and software development. You will work on exciting projects that involve building, implementing, and optimizing machine learning models for various applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of innovative machine learning solutions.
• Utilize statistical methods to analyze data patterns and trends.
• Conduct research to develop new algorithms and improve existing models.
• Engage with product teams to shape product direction through insights from machine learning.
• Implement best practices for coding, testing, and deployment of machine learning models.
• Support the data engineering team in data pipeline development.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science or related field
• Master's degree in a quantitative discipline is preferred

Experience

• 4-6 years of experience in machine learning applications

Technical Skills

• Java

Soft Skills

• Team leadership

Certifications

• Google Professional Data Engineer

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Experience with cloud platforms: Knowledge of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for deploying machine learning models.
• Knowledge of reinforcement learning: Understanding of reinforcement learning techniques and their applications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Professional development funding
• Work-life balance initiatives
• Monthly team outings and activities

Company Culture

• Continuous Learning: We encourage our employees to pursue continuous learning through workshops and training.
• Flexibility: We offer flexible work arrangements to support our team’s work-life balance.
• Community Engagement: We are committed to giving back to the community through various outreach programs.