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DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment

AI & Data Solutions Architect at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment

  • R01 - R02 per month
  • Permanent Senior position
  • Johannesburg
  • Posted 15 Jan 2026 by DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment
  • Expires in 29 days
  • Job 2630910 - Ref 878000015046237
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About the position

Build the future of AI at enterprise scale


Are you passionate about Generative AI, large-scale data platforms, and cloud-native architecture? Do you want to design AI solutions that move beyond experimentation and into real-world, business-critical impact?


We are looking for a senior AI & Data Solutions Architect to lead the design and delivery of next-generation AI, GenAI, and data-driven platforms within a complex enterprise environment. This role sits at the intersection of AI innovation, cloud architecture, and business transformation, with exposure to telecom environments and cutting-edge GPU-powered AI workloads.




RequirementsWhat You’ll Be Doing
As an AI & Data Solutions Architect, you will:


  • Architect and deliver end-to-end AI and GenAI solutions aligned to strategic business objectives


  • Design scalable AI and data platforms across Azure, AWS, and/or GCP


  • Build and refine LLM-based applications, including advanced prompt engineering


  • Develop, train, deploy, and operate AI/ML models using modern MLOps practices


  • Integrate AI solutions with cloud-native AI services, LLM platforms, and enterprise systems


  • Leverage platforms such as Azure Machine Learning for model lifecycle management


  • Design and support GPU-powered AI workloads, including NVIDIA H-series architectures


  • Ensure ethical, responsible, and compliant AI across all implementations


  • Stay ahead of the curve on Generative AI, LLMs, and AI infrastructure trends


  • Collaborate closely with business leaders, data engineers, IT teams, and external partners


What We’re Looking For
Must-Have Skills & Experience
  • Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and solution architectures


  • Advanced Python proficiency


  • Hands-on experience with GenAI, LLM-based applications, and prompt engineering


  • Solid understanding of MLOps pipelines and model lifecycle management


  • Exposure to NVIDIA H200 / GPU-based AI workloads


  • Experience working within or alongside telecom environments


  • Deep, hands-on experience with Azure, AWS, and/or GCP


  • Strong knowledge of cloud-based data storage and processing platforms


Nice-to-Have (Bonus)
  • Kubernetes and Docker


  • Azure DevOps


  • Azure Cosmos DB


  • Java and/or Ruby on Rails


  • Experience managing large-scale, GPU-intensive AI platforms


Screening Questions:


·       Describe your experience designing and deploying GenAI or LLM-based solutions.


·       What is your hands-on experience with MLOps pipelines in a cloud environment?


·       Which cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP) have you architected AI solutions on, and at what scale?


·       Have you worked with GPU-based AI workloads (e.g., NVIDIA H-series)? Please explain.


·       What exposure do you have to telecom data or systems, if any?




BenefitsWhy Join?
  • Architect enterprise-scale AI solutions, not just proofs of concept


  • Work with cutting-edge GenAI and GPU technology


  • Influence strategy, architecture, and standards across a large organisation


  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders on high-impact AI transformation initiatives


  • Be part of a team shaping the future of AI adoption in telecom and enterprise environments




Desired Skills:

  • Generative AI & Large Language Models
  • AI/ML Solutions Architect
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Python
  • MLOps
  • Cloud Architecture
  • GPU-Accelerated

Desired Qualification Level:

  • Degree

About The Employer:


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DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment

About the agency

Dedicated to the recruitment of IT professionals Sabenza iT is a South African registered business focusing on Finance, Engineering, SAP and general iT recruitment. We have over 18 years' experience in recruiting in South Africa, Australia, Europe, South America and Asia and have worked with a number of large companies offering the best service. We at Sabenza iT understands the changing market and we mold our services around each of our client's needs to offer a personal service. Sabenza iT has forged strong relationships with both Clients and Consultants by ensuring both parties get the most out of every placement. Our Head Office is based in South Africa and we have a satellite office in the UK so that we can keep in contact with expats who may consider returning to South Africa and so that we can offer our services globally for Consultants looking to go to South Africa and Consultants who are looking for opportunities abroad. We at Sabenza recognize the difference it makes to maintain good client relationships and we are keeping our client base niche and manageable in order to give the best service possible. We have gained a good reputation in the market place and have built a very large network and database of consultants that we draw from for each role. We are able to send applications within 24 hours of receiving a role profile or spec. We use one of the best Database software tools available to keep our database up to date and very fast to search. Sabenza iT does not only use job-sites, we headhunt and we use our network to find our clients the right Candidates. We have a strong Facebook presence and we have over 12,000 LinkedIn connections. For further information, please visit our website www.sabenzait.co.za or call me at any time on Tel: 0330040131.

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