Junior AI Engineer; Apprenticeship
Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Software Development
AI Engineer (Applied/Software), Machine Learning/ ML Engineer
About the Role
Our client, a leader in the AI & Emerging Technologies sector, is excited to offer a Junior AI Engineer Apprenticeship. This is a fully remote, fixed-term apprenticeship designed for enthusiastic individuals eager to launch their careers in artificial intelligence. As an apprentice, you will gain invaluable hands-on experience by working alongside our experienced AI engineers and data scientists. You will contribute to real-world AI projects, learn cutting-edge technologies, and develop essential skills in a supportive and innovative environment.
This apprenticeship provides a fantastic pathway into a challenging and rewarding field, with the flexibility of a remote-first work model. We are committed to nurturing talent and providing comprehensive training and mentorship.
- Assist senior engineers in developing, testing, and deploying AI models and applications.
- Support data collection, preprocessing, and feature engineering tasks for machine learning projects.
- Help in the implementation of AI algorithms and experiments under guidance.
- Contribute to code reviews and documentation of AI systems.
- Learn and apply various AI/ML frameworks and libraries (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
- Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for improving AI solutions.
- Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of AI systems in production.
- Undertake learning modules and training sessions to build technical expertise.
- A strong academic background, typically a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- A keen interest and passion for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
- Basic programming skills, preferably in Python.
- Familiarity with fundamental concepts of computer science and mathematics.
- Eagerness to learn, a proactive attitude, and strong problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote team.
- Must be legally eligible to undertake an apprenticeship.
- Availability to commit to the full apprenticeship duration.
- Stipend/Salary: A competitive allowance throughout the apprenticeship period.
- Training and Mentorship:
Comprehensive on-the-job training and dedicated mentorship from industry experts. - Career Pathway:
Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. - Remote Work:
The flexibility and convenience of a fully remote work setup. - Skill Development:
Opportunities to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI technologies. - Networking:
Build connections within a leading AI company.
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