Senior AI​/ML Platform Engineer

Our client, a leader in the development of intelligent automation solutions, is looking for a Senior AI/ML Platform Engineer to join their expanding team in Polokwane, Limpopo . This role is instrumental in building and maintaining the robust infrastructure that powers our client's advanced AI and machine learning initiatives. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling the platforms used by data scientists and engineers for model development, training, and deployment.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in software engineering, cloud technologies, and a deep understanding of the AI/ML lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge AI projects within a collaborative and innovative environment in Polokwane, Limpopo .

• Design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable AI/ML infrastructure and platforms.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for machine learning models.
• Develop and optimize data pipelines for efficient data ingestion and processing.
• Deploy and manage ML models in production environments, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Work with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) to provision and manage AI/ML resources.
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for AI/ML systems.
• Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to understand their infrastructure needs.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and management tasks using tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in MLOps and AI infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the AI/ML platform.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on building scalable systems.
• 2+ years of experience specifically in MLOps or AI/ML platform engineering.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Go, or Java.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their relevant services.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Cloud Formation).
• Understanding of machine learning concepts and workflows.
• Experience with data processing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Kafka) is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, crucial for an on-site role in Polokwane, Limpopo .

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge AI technologies and projects.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Annual performance bonuses.
• Relocation assistance if applicable.
• Contribution to significant AI initiatives within Polokwane, Limpopo .