AI Enablement Lead
2 days ago
Company SummaryA leading JSE-listed financial services company is committed to improving people’s lives and delivering forward-thinking innovations across the healthcare and financial ecosystem. The organisation thrives on curiosity, high performance, and the pursuit of meaningful change. It offers a dynamic environment where exceptional talent collaborates to create solutions with long-term impact.About the Group Data Science TeamThe Group Data Science Team is expanding and plays a central role in shaping digital, clinical, wellness and behavioural solutions across the business. The team works with large-scale structured and unstructured data on modern cloud and big-data architectures, collaborating with global partners and academic institutions to develop high-impact AI solutions. With a future-fit platform and a focus on new data opportunities, the team builds scalable, production-ready systems that support strategic business priorities.RequirementsEssential:Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.12+ years’ experience in software engineering, data engineering, or AI productionisation.Advanced proficiency in Python, SQL, cloud-native development, and MLOps/LLMOps tools.Strong experience with CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure-as-Code.Advantageous:Postgraduate qualification in AI, Data Science, or Systems Engineering.Experience with Vertex AI, BigQuery, Cloud Composer, Kubeflow, or similar platforms.Attributes:Collaborative mentor with a passion for developing others.Pragmatic, delivery-focused, and solutions-driven.Strong communicator with the ability to simplify complex concepts.Curious, innovative, and adaptable with an ownership mindset.Role Summary: AI Enablement LeadThe AI Enablement Lead is responsible for transforming advanced data science into robust, scalable production systems. The role guides a multidisciplinary engineering squad and drives the productionisation of machine learning and LLM models. This includes designing production-grade systems, ensuring engineering and operational excellence, and aligning technical delivery with strategic business objectives.ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & DeliveryLead and mentor a cross-functional squad including engineers, developers, analysts, and data scientists.Drive agile delivery practices to ensure high-quality, on-time deployment of AI solutions.Technical Strategy & ArchitectureOwn the technical roadmap for ML and LLM productionisation.Oversee architectural decisions for model deployment, data pipelines, and cloud-native systems.Operational ExcellenceImplement monitoring, alerting, observability, and incident response processes for production AI systems.Champion best practices in CI/CD, testing, automation, and reliability engineering.Stakeholder CollaborationWork with data science teams to convert prototypes into stable, production-ready applications.Partner with platform and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration and scalability.Strategic ImpactDrive enterprise-wide improvement in AI delivery velocity and reliability.Represent the AI Enablement Squad in strategic forums and contribute to group-wide AI innovation.
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AI Enablement Lead
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Ai Enablement Lead
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Lead - AI Enablement Squad
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Sandton, South Africa Discovery Limited Full timeSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: Lead - AI Enablement Squad Business Unit: Discovery Health Function: Data Sciences Discovery – Health| Data Science Lab Lead – AI Enablement Squad About Discovery Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals...
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AI Production
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Sandton, South Africa Discovery Limited Full timeA leading health technology firm in Sandton is seeking a Lead for the AI Enablement Squad. This role involves leading a multidisciplinary team to produce scalable AI solutions. Candidates should have a Master’s in a relevant field and over 12 years in AI productionisation, with strong skills in Python and leadership. The successful applicant will drive...
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Lead - AI Enablement Squad
3 days ago
Sandton, South Africa Discovery Full timeDiscovery – Health| Data Science Lab Lead – AI Enablement Squad About Discovery Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast‑paced and dynamic...
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AI Enablement Lead
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Sandton, South Africa The Focus Group Full timeCompany SummaryA leading JSE-listed financial services company is committed to improving people’s lives and delivering forward-thinking innovations across the healthcare and financial ecosystem. The organisation thrives on curiosity, high performance, and the pursuit of meaningful change. It offers a dynamic environment where exceptional talent...
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AI Enablement Lead
3 days ago
Sandton, South Africa The Focus Group Full timeCompany SummaryA leading JSE-listed financial services company is committed to improving people’s lives and delivering forward-thinking innovations across the healthcare and financial ecosystem. The organisation thrives on curiosity, high performance, and the pursuit of meaningful change. It offers a dynamic environment where exceptional talent...
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AI Enablement Lead
2 days ago
Sandton, South Africa The Focus Group Full timeCompany SummaryA leading JSE-listed financial services company is committed to improving people's lives and delivering forward-thinking innovations across the healthcare and financial ecosystem. The organisation thrives on curiosity, high performance, and the pursuit of meaningful change. It offers a dynamic environment where exceptional talent collaborates...
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AI Enablement Lead
2 hours ago
Sandton, South Africa The Focus Group Full timeCompany SummaryA leading JSE-listed financial services company is committed to improving people's lives and delivering forward-thinking innovations across the healthcare and financial ecosystem. The organisation thrives on curiosity, high performance, and the pursuit of meaningful change. It offers a dynamic environment where exceptional talent collaborates...
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Lead – AI Enablement Squad
3 days ago
Sandton, South Africa Discovery Limited Full timeDirect message the job poster from Discovery Limited The AI Lead is responsible for translating cutting-edge data science into robust, scalable production systems. This role leads a multidisciplinary team focused on the productionisation of machine learning and LLM models, ensuring operational excellence, technical innovation, and strategic alignment with...
