Research Engineer

Salt Digital Recruitment; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt Digital Recruitment is seeking a curious and motivated Research Engineer to join our client in Singapore and Hong Kong on a 12-month extendable contract to advance large-scale AI research. You will design algorithms and build tools across modalities, enabling impactful applications in real-world settings.

Role requires 0–4 years in LLMs or data research, with a strong background in deep learning, AI, and DL.

Qualifications

• 0–4 years of experience in LLMs, foundation models, or data research.
• Background in deep learning, computer vision, or AI with a related degree.
• Hands-on experience with Python, C/C++, or Rust, and PyTorch.

Responsibilities

• Design new algorithms, develop innovative functionalities, shape the architectures behind large-scale foundation models
• Contribute to publications, collaborations, and the advancement of AI across modalities
• Collaborate across teams to implement advanced AI systems on cloud platforms
• Build and optimize research tools, algorithms, and infrastructure
• Support the team’s efforts in turning research into impactful outcomes
• Play a key role in defining and executing system implementation roadmaps

Skills

Python

C/C++

Rust

Distributed systems

PyTorch (framework)

Education

Bachelor’s, MSc or PhD in a related field

Tools

PyTorch

Job description

Step into the future of AI research! We’re looking for a curious and motivated Research Engineer to join our team in Singapore and Hong Kong to help shape the future of superintelligence. This 12‑month extendable contract with a leading big tech client offers a unique chance to work at the cutting edge of supersensing‑from intelligent data curation and advanced spatiotemporal modeling to building powerful research tools that accelerate discovery and deliver real-world impact.

Why you’ll love this role

Collaboration across the region to bring bold ideas to life.

Role Overview

• Design new algorithms, develop innovative functionalities, shape the architectures behind large-scale foundation models
• Your contributions will support publications, collaborations, and the advancement of cutting‑edge AI across multiple modalities like computer vision, NLP, and embodied AI
• Collaborate across teams to implement advanced AI systems on cloud platforms
• Build and optimize research tools, algorithms, and infrastructure
• Support the team’s efforts in turning research into impactful outcomes
• Play a key role in defining and executing system implementation roadmaps

What we’re looking for

• 0‑4 years of experience in LLMs, foundation models, or data research
• Background in deep learning, computer vision, or AI (Bachelor’s, MSc, or PhD in a related field)
• Hands‑on experience with Python, C/C++, or Rust, and frameworks like PyTorch
• Familiarity with distributed systems
• A collaborative spirit and eagerness to learn, experiment, and grow with us