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Forward Deployed Engineer, Singapore

Sayari
Location
Singapore, Singapore
Posted
26 days 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 Mandarin 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 their technical ecosystems and address high-stakes challenges related to financial crime and national security. Your role involves writing production-grade Python code, optimizing SQL queries, and integrating APIs while leading the technical lifecycle of deployments. You will also serve as a trusted advisor, translating complex operational needs into scalable solutions and shaping the future of 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
  • Role is not traditional sales engineering or software development, which may require adaptability
  • High level of ambiguity in problem-solving may not suit all candidates
  • Position involves significant client interaction and travel up to 30%
  • Salary range provided, but final offer may vary based on multiple factors
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