SAf Software Developer

Location Johannesburg & Cape Town

REPORTS TOThe Section Manager or other professional consultant or any other person appointed to supervise him/her from time to time.

PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for designing and developing software applications as well as co-ordinating with the rest of the team on different layers of infrastructure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Infrastructure & Deployment

Set up and maintain AI development and production infrastructure

Build data ingestion and transformation pipelines

Deploy AI models to production environments

Create APIs to make ML models accessible to other applications

Automate infrastructure for Data Science team use

Model Development

Build AI models from scratch aligned with business needs

Optimize classifiers using advanced ML techniques

Develop minimum viable products (MVPs) based on ML methods

Create automated anomaly detection systems with performance monitoring

Test models thoroughly before deployment

Data Management

Process cleanse and verify data integrity for analysis

Enhance data collection procedures for building analytics systems

Extend company data with third-party sources when needed

Perform data mining using state-of-the-art methods

Enable process automation through machine learning

Business SupportGrowth & Innovation

• Help product managers and stakeholders understand AI capabilities and limitations

• Translate model results into actionable business insights

• Create visualizations and interactive reports using BI/analytics tools

• Perform ad-hoc analysis with clear result presentation

• Enable novel business capabilities through AI applications

• Work independently and self-motivated to deliver accurate models/drawings to a high standard within deadlines.

• Stay current with latest AI research relevant to business domain

• Identify opportunities to implement emerging AI technologies

• Develop innovative solutions that enhance business operations

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Work independently as well as part of a team

Alignment with company vision goals and values

Proficient in Python with a good knowledge of its ecosystems

Demonstrated understanding of object-oriented programming

Proficiency in database knowledge and understanding including MSSQL and PostGIS

Education & Experience and Technical Skills

Bachelors degree in a relevant field such as Data Science Computer Science Statistics Mathematics or a related discipline.

Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience

Experience in engineering and geospatial domains (preferred)

Proven track record implementing AI/ML solutions

Strong foundation in object-oriented programming

Proficiency in statistical programming languages (Python R SAS or MATLAB)

Experience building AI models using frameworks like PyTorch and Keras

Knowledge of web services and API development

Database expertise with Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL

Ability to write stored procedures views functions and triggers

Demonstrated commitment to AI learning through self-directed initiatives (courses books side projects)

Evidence of staying current with emerging AI technologies and methodologies

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Motivated and highly driven

• Committed to collaborative problem solving sophisticated design and quality product

delivery

• Visionary and self-starter with a view to seeing business process optimisation and development/streamlining.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail

• Capacity to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to think critically and solve complex problems using data-driven approaches. A keen eye for detail curiosity and a passion for finding insights and patterns in data

We are proud of the brilliant minds we have at SMEC and are committed to ensuring that our people have the best opportunities and resources to learn grow and succeed. Our hiring decisions are guided by skills qualifications and experience ensuring fair and equitable access to opportunities for all. We are intentional about diversity equity inclusion and belonging not as a requirement but as a fundamental part of who we are. We strive to create a workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced fresh ideas are encouraged and everyone has the support they need to thrive. At SMEC every individual has a voice and through our commitment to engineering positive change every contribution makes a difference.

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