Technical Leader (Python/Machine Learning)

Based in Singapore, we are a rapidly growing startup focused on revolutionizing global B2B sourcing and international trade. We are currently seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join our growing team, who will report directly to our Founder.

Purpose

You will play a key role in a multi-disciplinary team tasked with designing, building, and launching a sourcing platform aimed at SMEs in emerging markets. The ultimate objective is to create a product that supports our customers in fulfilling their daily sourcing needs.

We are in search of ambitious young professionals who are passionate about building things from the ground up, are willing to take on the risks associated with an early-stage startup, and possess a keen interest in learning, iterating, and growing.

What Success Looks Like For You

● Working in collaboration with the Product and Business teams to understand requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient technical solutions.

● Ensuring alignment of the tech roadmap with the business goals.

● Directing your team to success by fostering a team-oriented environment and achieving tech milestones.

● Placing customer-centricity at the forefront of all technical decisions and solutions.

● Encouraging innovation, staying abreast of tech trends, and disseminating this knowledge within the team.

● Responding to challenges with resourcefulness and agility.

Your Responsibilities

● Planning and Implementing: Designing the backend architecture from the ground up, ensuring its scalability and efficiency, and aligning it with our vision of being the premier sourcing tool.

● Strategic Technical Oversight: Leading technical decisions in line with business priorities and the product roadmap.

● AI and Data Integration: Heading the integration of AI, LLM, ML, and data engineering into our products to enhance sourcing efficiency and provide actionable insights.

● Data-Driven Improvements: Analyzing patterns in customer usage and feedback to refine and optimize the technical aspects of our platform.

● Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working closely with product, operations, and business teams to make sure technical strategies align with business goals.

● Coaching and Code Excellence: Maintaining code quality, promoting best practices, and mentoring the tech team to ensure consistent and high-quality output.

What You Need to Succeed

● At least 7 years of experience in traditional software engineering fields such as Product Manager/Data Engineer/Data Analyst/Data Scientist and Software Engineer (preferred), with at least 3 years in a technical lead or similar role. Demonstrated experience in building, scaling, and optimizing backend systems is essential.

● Experience in developing an AI-powered product using Machine Learning, as well as strong interest in generative AI, LLM, and cutting-edge technology in the sourcing domain.

● Ability to convert business requirements into technical solutions and make tech decisions that facilitate business growth.

● Expertise in designing, deploying, and maintaining resilient, scalable systems capable of handling large volumes of data and user interactions.

● Comprehensive understanding of agile methodologies, focusing on iterative development, continual feedback, and progressive improvements.

● Competency with AWS/GCP, solid experience with NodeJS / Python Programming Language, Unix Systems.

● Familiarity with Devops such as CI/CD, Dockers, and Docker Compose

● Fluent in English; proficiency in any Asian language is a considerable advantage.

● A proactive approach thriving in a dynamic startup environment, adept at problem-solving and passionate about "making things happen".

What our company offers

● Complete autonomy in shaping the technological future of our platform. ● A collaborative and transparent working culture.

● Prioritizing customer needs at every step.

● Competitive compensation and attractive benefits.

● A promising career path in a thriving startup.

Benefits

• Salary up to 7000 USD

Interview Process

• R1: Interview with CTO (Technical)
• R2: Technical Assignment
• R3: Interview with CEO (Culture Fits)