Principal Forward Deployed AI Engineer
Join a fast-growing global AI platform as a Lead or Principal Forward Deployed AI Engineer. You will work directly with enterprise clients to understand their challenges and design, build, and deploy scalable AI, GenAI, and Agentic AI solutions. This role combines hands-on engineering, solution architecture, project leadership, and client engagement, with the opportunity to join a founding local team and collaborate with international experts. Local candidates only.
Forward Deployed Engineer (AI Solutions)
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Seniority: Professional / Mid-Senior Level
About the Role
Our client, a rapidly growing international technology organization, is seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer to design, build, and deploy AI-powered solutions for enterprise customers.
This is a hands-on engineering role combining software development, system integration, and customer collaboration. You will work directly with clients to understand complex business challenges, develop practical AI-driven solutions, and take ownership of implementations from initial design through production deployment and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
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Work closely with enterprise customers to understand business challenges, operational workflows, and technical requirements.
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Translate complex and ambiguous problems into scalable technical designs and practical implementations.
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Develop and integrate AI-powered agents with existing enterprise systems, APIs, and data workflows.
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Lead end-to-end solution delivery, from problem definition and system design to deployment and ongoing optimization.
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Ensure production solutions meet reliability, performance, and quality expectations.
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Test solutions using real-world data, measure outcomes, and continuously improve performance.
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Collaborate with engineering and product teams to deliver effective, high-quality solutions.
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Contribute to technical documentation, reusable tools, and engineering best practices.
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Take ownership of technical challenges while working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Requirements
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At least 5 years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or related technical problem-solving roles.
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Strong software engineering fundamentals, including system design and architectural thinking.
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Experience working with system integrations, APIs, and data flows.
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Ability to translate business problems into technical solutions and deliver implementations end to end.
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Comfortable working directly with customers and managing ambiguous requirements.
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Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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A proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
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Genuine interest in AI technologies and building practical, production-ready AI solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience in Forward Deployed Engineering, Solutions Engineering, or other customer-facing technical roles.
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Exposure to AI agents, automation, Generative AI, or conversational AI systems.
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Experience deploying, monitoring, and improving production applications.
What’s on Offer
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Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
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Attractive equity participation, subject to company policy and eligibility.
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Comprehensive health, life, and accident insurance.
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Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility.
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Allowances supporting remote work and business travel.
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Opportunity to work on innovative AI solutions for enterprise customers.
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High ownership, autonomy, and exposure to complex technical challenges.
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Career development opportunities within an international technology environment.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about software engineering, AI innovation, and solving real-world enterprise challenges, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Please submit your updated CV to Robert Walters for a confidential discussion.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Tech & Transformation
Focus: Development / Programming
Industry: IT
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Senior Management
Language: English - Professional Working
Location: Bangkok Province
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: U3V2Q6-FC099683
Date posted: 12 October 2026
Consultant: Pacharawan Kiatwethee
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