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Forward Deployed Engineer, Japan

Sayari
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Posted
1 month ago
Department
CE - Solutions
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of experience in a client-facing, technical role (Forward Deployed Engineer, Sales Engineering, Solutions Architecture, Technical Consulting, etc.)
  • Demonstrated ability to write clean, production-ready code, with strong proficiency in programming languages (preferably Python) and its data manipulation ecosystem (Pandas, etc.)
  • Deep fluency in writing and optimizing complex SQL queries
  • Hands-on, practical experience consuming, integrating, and reasoning about RESTful APIs
  • Professional working fluency with both Japanese and English
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Nice to have
  • Practical experience leveraging AI, including prompting Large Language Models (LLMs) or using their APIs to build analytical solutions
  • Experience building and deploying solutions on cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Familiarity with the modern data stack (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks) and workflow orchestrators (e.g., Airflow, Prefect)
  • Knowledge of graph data technologies (Neo4j, TigerGraph) and their corresponding query languages
  • Exposure to machine learning applications, particularly in NLP or entity resolution
What the job really is

As a Forward Deployed Engineer at Sayari, you will work closely with clients to embed within their technical environments and address complex challenges related to financial crime and national security. Your role involves writing production-grade Python code, optimizing SQL queries, and integrating APIs while leading technical workshops and advising clients. You will also translate operational needs into scalable solutions and collaborate with core engineering teams to enhance Sayari's platform.

Benefits
  • 100% fully paid medical, vision, and dental for employees and their dependents
  • Generous time off; we close our office for a winter break (12/24-12/31), in addition to granting 18 PTO days and 10 sick days
  • Outstanding compensation package; competitive commissions for revenue roles and bonuses for non-revenue positions
  • A strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • A collaborative and positive culture - your team will be as smart and driven as you
  • Limitless growth and learning opportunities
Things to weigh
  • This role requires a high level of adaptability and the ability to operate in ambiguous situations.
  • The position involves significant client interaction and may require travel up to 30%.
  • The salary range is specified, but final offers depend on various factors, which may lead to variability in compensation.
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