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Remote Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
South Africa
Listing for: Placements24
Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-10-31
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, AI Engineer (Applied/Software)
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role

Our client is a globally recognized innovator in the AI and Emerging Technologies sector, seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Machine Learning Engineer to join their fully remote team. This position is ideal for a visionary leader who is passionate about pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence and machine learning to create groundbreaking products and services. As a remote-first organization, we foster a culture of autonomy, collaboration, and continuous learning, providing you with the resources and support to excel from anywhere.

You will play a pivotal role in defining the technical direction for our ML initiatives, mentoring a talented team of engineers, and delivering scalable, high-performance ML models that drive significant business impact. This role demands a blend of deep technical expertise, strong leadership qualities, and a strategic mindset to navigate the complexities of modern AI development.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced machine learning models and algorithms.
  • Mentor and guide a team of machine learning engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Define and implement best practices for ML model development, evaluation, and deployment (MLOps).
  • Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical ML solutions.
  • Architect scalable and robust ML systems, ensuring efficiency and maintainability.
  • Conduct research and experiments to explore new ML techniques and technologies.
  • Optimize existing ML models for performance, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Stay at the forefront of AI research and industry trends, identifying opportunities for innovation.
  • Champion a data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
Requirements
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or a related quantitative field.
  • 8+ years of experience in machine learning engineering, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior technical role.
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering complex ML projects from ideation to production.
  • Expertise in Python and common ML libraries (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
  • Strong understanding of various ML algorithms, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their ML services.
  • Proficiency in MLOps tools and practices (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines).
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
Benefits
  • This fully remote role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for career advancement, and a flexible work environment.
  • You will be part of an innovative and supportive team, working on challenging and impactful projects that shape the future of AI.
  • The company provides a generous budget for professional development and encourages participation in industry conferences.
  • Join us and make a significant impact from the comfort of your home office.
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