Senior Artificial Intelligence Engineer (Ai)

About Us

Brkz is a B2B commerce platform modernizing the construction materials value chain in MENAP. Our vision is to create an end-to-end ecosystem of value-added services including financial products for both businesses and contractors.

The construction market in MENAP is huge: $557 Bn. The initially targeted segment alone is $57 Bn with no tech-enabled competition. 

Led by a repeat founder Ibrahim Manna who was previously Managing Director of MENAP Markets at Careem (sold to Uber for $3.2 Bn) where he launched 11 out of 15 markets ($0 to $250M GMV RR). Brkz is top tier VC backed with more than 22.5m USD in funding.
We are on a mission to drive region-wide impact by delivering Great Experiences and Re-inventing the Construction industry through Tech.

What You will do (Responsibilities) :

• Design and implement cutting-edge AI-driven solutions leveraging the full spectrum of approaches from traditional ML learning to using LLMs
• Work closely with data scientists, ML engineers, and software developers to ensure the successful deployment of AI models and applications.
• Stay updated on emerging AI technologies and industry best practices to provide innovative and forward-thinking recommendations to clients.
• Provide technical guidance on AI model lifecycle management, including training, tuning, monitoring, and optimisation.
• Ensure AI solutions are scalable, secure, and compliant with industry regulations and best practices.
• Act as a trusted advisor to users, helping them navigate AI adoption challenges and maximising the impact of AI in their operations.
• Develop technical documentation, including solution architectures, whitepapers, and best practice guides.

Who You are (Qualifications) : 

• Extensive experience in AI/ML, deep learning, and cloud-based AI services (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Proficiency in AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Langchain, and Hugging Face.
• Strong programming skills in Python or similar.
• Excellent proficiency with traditional SQL and big data technologies such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, and distributed computing frameworks.
• Ability to analyse large datasets and derive business insights using BI tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Experience with MLOps practices, including model deployment, monitoring, and CI/CD for AI workflows.
• Hands-on experience with APIs, microservices, and AI-driven automation solutions.

Soft skills and Competence:

• Experience in digital transformation, business process optimisation, or AI strategy consulting.
• Knowledge of AI ethics, bias mitigation, and regulatory compliance in AI adoption.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to design tailored AI solutions for diverse business challenges.
• Excellent familiarity with the SDLC and project management methodologies and tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, etc.)
• Passion for innovation and continuous learning in AI and emerging technologies.
• Ability to handle multiple client engagements and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.

What we offer:

• It is an excellent opportunity to be part of a start-up with a lot of responsibility and independence early on and where you will impact the entire business.
• Attractive compensation package
• Access to tools helping with your learning and development
• Product first mindset
• The best idea wins; we are all ears about ways to do things better.
• Exciting stock options 

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Pls note : Certain positions eventual grading might be subject to interview performance, this allows great talent to shine regardless of years of experience and keeps a fair process based on how big of an impact you deliver in the organization.