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Remote Principal AI Engineer - Cloud Infrastructure

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
Listing for: Placements24
Remote/Work from Home position Listed on 2026-11-11
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Job Description & How to Apply Below

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in AI and Emerging Technologies, is actively seeking a highly experienced and visionary Remote Principal AI Engineer to spearhead the development and optimization of our cloud-based AI infrastructure. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to make a significant impact from anywhere. You will be responsible for architecting, building, and scaling robust, high-performance AI platforms that support our cutting‑edge research and product development initiatives.

The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of cloud computing, distributed systems, and the nuances of deploying large‑scale machine learning models. Join us in driving the future of AI with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and empowers its employees to thrive in a remote‑first environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Architect and implement scalable, reliable, and cost‑effective cloud infrastructure for AI/ML workloads across major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Design and build robust MLOps pipelines for automated model training, deployment, monitoring, and management.
  • Develop and maintain distributed training frameworks and infrastructure to accelerate the development of large‑scale AI models.
  • Optimize AI model performance and resource utilization within cloud environments.
  • Lead the technical direction for AI infrastructure, setting standards and best practices for the engineering team.
  • Collaborate with AI researchers and data scientists to understand their infrastructure needs and provide solutions.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues, ensuring high availability and low latency.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement in a remote setting.
  • Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and AI infrastructure trends, evaluating and recommending new tools and platforms.
Requirements
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years focused on building and managing large‑scale cloud infrastructure, specifically for AI/ML.
  • Deep expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated services for compute, storage, networking, and ML.
  • Proficiency in infrastructure‑as‑code tools such as Terraform or Cloud Formation.
  • Strong experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and related tools (Jenkins, Git Lab CI, etc.).
  • Solid understanding of machine learning workflows and MLOps principles.
  • Excellent programming skills in languages such as Python, Go, or Java.
  • Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor other engineers in a remote capacity.
  • Exceptional problem‑solving skills and the ability to work autonomously.
Benefits
  • This fully remote role offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision), and a generous retirement savings plan.
  • We provide a flexible work environment, encouraging work‑life balance.
  • Employees receive an annual professional development budget for conferences, training, and certifications.
  • We also offer a home office stipend to ensure you have a productive and comfortable workspace.
  • Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual and company achievements.
  • Join our distributed team and contribute to groundbreaking AI advancements from the comfort of your own home, regardless of your location.
  • This role offers significant opportunities for career advancement and impact.
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