Principal AI-First Architect & Trusted Client Advisor

THOUGHTWORKS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Thoughtworks is seeking a Principal Developer to lead strategic client engagements in Singapore, guiding solution architecture for large programs and hands-on delivery with teams. You will champion best practices, shape account strategy, and maintain trusted advisor status with senior client executives while driving high-impact outcomes across accounts.

You will lead delivery, promote Thoughtworks’ technical excellence, and empower teams to deliver value, with a focus on security, privacy, and

Qualifications

• Track record of managing scope and shape of programs of work.
• Experience with account management, third party contracts, client reporting and up-selling.
• Ability to chair meetings, run reports, provide technical sales support, and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Champion and adopt best practices like TDD, pair programming and design patterns.
• Exemplify technical excellence and thought leadership to clients and within Thoughtworks.
• Drive AI-first software delivery adoption across accounts and guide strategic execution.

Skills

Account management

Pre-sales

TDD

CI/CD

Infrastructure automation

Client management

Job description

Thoughtworks is seeking a Principal Developer to lead strategic client engagements in Singapore, guiding solution architecture for large programs and hands-on delivery with teams. You will champion best practices, shape account strategy, and maintain trusted advisor status with senior client executives while driving high-impact outcomes across accounts.

You will lead delivery, promote Thoughtworks’ technical excellence, and empower teams to deliver value, with a focus on security, privacy, and