Machine Learning Engineer (Specialist)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

At iOCO, we leverage cutting-edge technology to solve complex business challenges. We are seeking a Specialist Machine Learning Engineer to focus on advanced, niche areas of ML, including natural language processing, computer vision, and reinforcement learning. This role requires deep expertise, research capabilities, and the ability to translate innovative ML solutions into production-ready systems.

What you'll do:

• Develop domain-specific ML models tailored to specialized business needs.
• Conduct in-depth research and prototyping using advanced ML techniques.
• Identify opportunities to apply cutting-edge ML advancements to improve processes or create new capabilities.
• Collaborate with other engineers to transfer research findings into scalable, production-ready solutions.
• Provide expert guidance on tools, frameworks, and algorithms, ensuring the organization remains at the forefront of ML innovation.
• Contribute to the development of internal ML tools and libraries to streamline workflows.
• Focus on niche ML areas such as NLP, computer vision, or reinforcement learning.

Your Expertise:

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience as a Machine Learning Engineer.
• Deep expertise in specialized ML domains (NLP, CV, RL, or similar).
• Strong research and prototyping skills.
• Proven ability to translate experimental models into production-ready systems.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and mentorship capabilities.

Qualifications:

• NQF Level 6 or higher tertiary qualification in Information Communication Technology (ICT), Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Cloud certification (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud) advantageous.