Principal Engineer

Principal Engineer (AI & Data Engineering) Lead the Architecture of our Next-Generation AI Data Platform Are you a visionary data leader passionate about building robust, scalable data platforms that power mission-critical AI solutions? We are seeking a highly motivated Principal Engineer (AI & Data Engineering) to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our data infrastructure.In this senior leadership position, you will be the cornerstone of our AI Data Platform & Engineering function. You will be responsible for architecting, building, and governing the integrated data ecosystem that enables advanced analytics and artificial intelligence across the organization.Key Responsibilities: As a strategic leader and technical authority, you will: Architect the Data Strategy: Develop and implement a cohesive data strategy and architecture, aligning technology with business objectives and formulating the long-term capabilities roadmap for AI and Data Engineering. Build Scalable Data Systems: Design, build, and manage efficient, reliable data pipelines to process large volumes of data, optimizing performance for complex AI models. Ensure Data Integrity: Oversee the integration of data from diverse sources, establishing robust protocols for data quality, validation, and governance to ensure consistency, accuracy, and reliability. Uphold Security & Compliance: Ensure data security and full compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including reviewing systems against enterprise governance and IM requirements. Drive Innovation & Leadership: Stay at the forefront of AI Data Engineering technologies and best practices. Guide and mentor a talented engineering team to deliver platforms and capabilities within stipulated timelines and scope. Foster Collaboration: Work closely with AI Product teams, Data Scientists, and business stakeholders to facilitate data sharing, design consumption models, and ensure the platform meets evolving needs. Who We Are Looking For: You are a seasoned engineer and a proven leader who thrives on solving complex problems. You possess a unique blend of deep technical expertise and strategic vision.Job Requirements: Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Minimum of 8 years of relevant working experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership position overseeing data architecture and engineering. Strong planning and project management skills (PMP or equivalent certification is an advantage). Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills for engaging a wide range of stakeholders. A proactive, independent worker who also excels within a team environment. Experience in building systems that comply with government IT policies (e.g., IM8) would be a significant advantage. Technical Skills & Competencies: Core Expertise: Proven ability to design and implement end-to-end data system solutions. Cloud & Platforms: Hands-on experience with cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and platforms like Snowflake, Databricks, GCP BigQuery, or Azure Synapse. Data Modelling & Engineering: Strong knowledge in data modelling (OLTP, OLAP, Dimensional Modelling). Proficiency with ETL/ELT frameworks and tools (e.g., Airflow, dbt, Talend, Informatica). Experience with Big Data technologies (e.g., Spark, Kafka, Flink). Programming: Hands-on experience with SQL, Python, and distributed systems.Advantageous Skills: Familiarity with the Hadoop ecosystem. Strong knowledge of networking and system security. Interested candidate please click "APPLY" to begin your job search journey and submit your CV. PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. E • EA License No. 01C4394R (CHNG JINGWEI)