AI Engineer

bluepearl
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📍 Johannesburg, South AfricaContract
IT Services

About this role

Our client is seeking an experienced AI Engineer to design, develop, deploy, and optimize Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning solutions that solve complex business challenges. The successful candidate will play a key role in building AI-powered applications, Generative AI solutions, intelligent agents, and scalable machine learning systems.


Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy AI and Machine Learning models.
  • Build and maintain Generative AI applications and AI-powered solutions.
  • Develop Proof of Concepts (POCs) and Minimum Viable Products (MVPs).
  • Implement Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures.
  • Develop AI agents and workflow automation solutions.
  • Collaborate with Data Scientists, Engineers, and Business Stakeholders.
  • Monitor and optimize AI model performance.
  • Ensure AI solutions meet governance, security, and compliance requirements.
  • Deploy AI workloads within cloud environments.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
  • 5+ years of software development experience.
  • 3+ years of hands-on AI/ML engineering experience.
  • Strong Python development skills.
  • Experience with machine learning frameworks such as:
    • TensorFlow
    • PyTorch
    • Scikit-Learn

Technical Skills

Essential

  • Python
  • Machine Learning
  • Deep Learning
  • Generative AI
  • Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Prompt Engineering
  • RAG Architectures
  • Vector Databases
  • API Development
  • Docker
  • Git

Preferred

  • AWS AI Services
  • Amazon Bedrock
  • SageMaker
  • LangChain
  • LangGraph
  • OpenAI APIs
  • Anthropic Claude
  • MLOps
  • Kubernetes

Nice to Have

  • AWS Certification
  • AI/ML Certifications
  • Experience developing AI Agents
  • Experience with enterprise AI deployments

Key Competencies

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Innovation
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Communication Skills
  • Continuous Learning


Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the AI Engineer position at bluepearl?
The salary for this AI Engineer role at bluepearl is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the AI Engineer position at bluepearl located?
This AI Engineer role at bluepearl is based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the AI Engineer role at bluepearl full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Contract position. It is posted as a AI Engineer role at bluepearl.
How do I apply for the AI Engineer position at bluepearl?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to bluepearl's official application portal hosted on zohorecruit where you can submit your application directly.
When was the AI Engineer job at bluepearl posted?
This AI Engineer position at bluepearl was posted on Jun 18, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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