Forward Deployed Engineer

Recruiter:

Deka Minas Pty Ltd

Job Ref:

820677

Date posted:

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Join a forward-thinking team at the forefront of AI innovation in the banking industry. Our client, a dynamic organization committed to leveraging cutting-edge AI solutions, is seeking a skilled Forward Deployed Engineer to craft impactful AI and GenAI workflows that drive strategic decision-making. What You'll Do: Design AI\/GenAI solutions and agentic AI workflows to meet business needs Perform prompt engineering and data quality assessments to ensure optimal model performance Develop analytics and risk scoring models for enhanced decision accuracy Integrate Python, SQL, and APIs into enterprise platforms for seamless functionality Manage AI governance, including model risk, privacy, and security protocols Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and engage stakeholders throughout projects Create comprehensive documentation, training materials, and reporting dashboards to support adoption and understanding Requirements: Minimum of 5 years of experience in AI, data engineering, or related fields Strong skills in analytics, Python, SQL, and data integration Experience with prompt engineering and designing AI workflows Knowledge of AI governance, risk management, and security best practices Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities Familiarity with the following: C, R, and data engineering best practices Benefits: Competitive contract engagement with negotiable salary Hybrid work environment promoting flexibility and work-life balance Opportunity to work on innovative AI projects within the banking sector Ready to make an impact with your AI expertise? Apply now and be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of banking technology.

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