AI Engineer needed at Capitec Bank

About the role:

• At Capitec, the Software Engineer (AI) plays a pivotal role in our cross-functional team, dedicated to the full software development lifecycle of our GenAI-based products. This includes research, development, deployment, and the ongoing operation of each product. As a Software Engineer (AI), you will be responsible for research, designing, developing, testing, deploying, maintaining, and enhancing complex AI-driven software systems and applications. Your focus will be on scalability, performance, and future requirements. 
• You will work closely with our team of designers and developers to deliver robust GenAI solutions. This role also involves guiding and supporting developers and stakeholders in scoping, progress, status, and resolution of engineering problems. Your expertise in utilizing generative models, natural language processing, and AI-driven workflows will be crucial in creating intelligent systems that can generate content, automate creative tasks, and enhance user experiences in novel ways. 

Our ideal candidate has:

• 5+ years of work experience in a ML/AI or associated domains
• 3+years of experience with AI/Machine Learning techniques, model development and deployment
• Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), and AI development tools is a must
• Experience with information retrieval systems and Search
• Proficiency in Python, Java or C++, and other relevant programming languages
• Strong expertise in Docker and Kubernetes
• Cloud services expertise (AWS preferred)
• Experience with microservice architecture and building microservices
• Experience with messaging platforms and systems 
• RESTful API design and development principles is a must
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with a proven track record of working effectively within a team environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions
• Proficiency in English is required.