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Posted on 2026/01/01

AI & Machine Learning Engineer

WhatJobs Direct

Zaria, Nigeria

Contractor

Full Description

Our client, a cutting-edge technology firm at the forefront of innovation, is seeking a talented and motivated AI & Machine Learning Engineer to contribute to groundbreaking projects.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to solve complex problems and develop intelligent systems.

You will be involved in the entire lifecycle of AI/ML model development, from data collection and preprocessing to model training, evaluation, and deployment.

Your responsibilities will include designing, building, and optimizing machine learning algorithms and predictive models, as well as developing natural language processing (NLP) or computer vision solutions, depending on project needs.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in computer science, statistics, and mathematics, with hands-on experience in programming languages such as Python, and familiarity with ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for MLOps is highly desirable.

You should be adept at exploring and manipulating large datasets, identifying patterns, and deriving actionable insights.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software engineers, and product managers, will be essential.

This role offers a contract-based engagement with the flexibility to work remotely, providing an excellent opportunity to work on challenging and impactful AI initiatives.

Your ability to stay current with the rapidly evolving field of AI and translate complex technical concepts into tangible solutions will be key to your success.

You will be instrumental in developing scalable and robust AI solutions that drive business value and innovation.

This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality, performant machine learning models.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and implement machine learning models and algorithms.

Collect, clean, and preprocess large datasets for training and evaluation.

Train, test, and tune ML models for optimal performance.

Develop and deploy AI solutions, including NLP or computer vision applications.

Collaborate with data scientists and software engineers to integrate ML models into production systems.

Conduct research on new AI/ML techniques and technologies.

Optimize ML pipelines for scalability and efficiency.

Monitor and maintain deployed ML models, ensuring accuracy and performance.

Document ML models, processes, and results thoroughly. Stay current with advancements in the field of AI and machine learning.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in AI/ML engineering or a related data science role. Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).

Solid understanding of machine learning concepts, algorithms, and statistical modeling.

Experience with data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation.

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps practices is a plus.

Experience with NLP or computer vision is advantageous.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Master's or Ph.

D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related quantitative field is preferred.

This is a remote contract role, with the potential for significant involvement with projects based in Zaria, Kaduna, NG .

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