Senior AI Developer

Senior AI DeveloperAbout ADATAGROUPADATAGROUP is a Singapore-based trade-tech company building AI-powered solutions that modernise cross-border trade across Asia-Pacific.Our platform helps freight forwarders and customs declaring agents automate complex trade and documentation workflows, processing thousands of shipments across the trade lifecycle.We are a small, high-impact team where engineers have direct ownership of what they build and work closely with technical leadership on AI solutions already in production.The RoleWe are looking for a Senior AI Developer to take ownership of and advance the AI capabilities powering our trade-tech platform.This is a hands-on engineering role. You will design, build, improve, and deploy LLM-powered systems that process real freight and customs documents for live clients every day.As a key AI engineer on the team, you will work across document intelligence, customs automation, and trade compliance — from improving extraction accuracy on complex trade documents to developing agentic workflows for customs permit automation and integrating real-time shipment intelligence.Key ResponsibilitiesAI DevelopmentDesign, build, and optimise AI capabilities across document intelligence, customs automation, tariff classification, and trade complianceBuild and refine agentic AI workflows for end-to-end trade automationImprove structured data extraction from complex trade documents, including invoices, customs forms, bills of lading, and shipping instructionsEvaluate and integrate new AI models, APIs, and techniques as the technology evolvesMonitor and improve the accuracy, reliability, and performance of production AI systemsPlatform EngineeringDevelop and maintain Python/FastAPI backend services powering the AI platformBuild scalable batch-processing capabilities for high-volume document ingestionIntegrate external APIs and data sources to enrich platform intelligenceDesign validation and quality-assurance pipelines for production AI outputsWrite clean, maintainable, well-tested code with appropriate automated test coverageCollaboration & OwnershipWork closely with technical leadership on architecture, AI strategy, and product directionOwn technical problems from investigation through deployment and production improvementTriage and resolve client-reported issues together with the operations teamParticipate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practicesCommunicate progress, trade-offs, and blockers clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersRequirementsMust Have3+ years of professional software development experience, including at least 1–2 years working with AI/ML or LLM-based applicationsStrong Python proficiency and experience writing production-grade softwareHands-on experience with LLM APIs such as OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, or similar, including prompt engineering, function/tool calling, and structured outputsExperience building REST APIs using FastAPI, Flask, Django, or similar frameworksExperience extracting structured information from unstructured or semi-structured data such as documents, PDFs, web content, or OCR outputAbility to work independently in a small, fast-moving team with a high level of ownershipMust already have the legal right to work in Singapore. Work pass sponsorship is not available for this role.Strongly PreferredExperience with intelligent document processing, including PDF parsing, OCR, and extraction from complex multi-format business documentsHands-on experience designing agentic AI systems involving multi-step workflows, tool use, orchestration, or reasoningNice to HaveExperience with agentic AI frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, Google ADK, or similarExperience with vector databases, embeddings, and RAG architecturesExperience with PostgreSQL, cloud object storage, Docker, and AWSBackground in freight forwarding, logistics, customs, trade compliance, or supply chainExperience with HS code classification, permit automation, or regulatory workflowsFamiliarity with React, Next.js, or TypeScript for occasional frontend collaborationContributions to open-source AI/ML projectsWhat We ValueWe are looking for someone who:Is a pragmatic problem-solver who prioritises working solutions over unnecessary complexityIs comfortable working with ambiguity and messy real-world dataKeeps up with developments in AI and actively experiments with new approachesTakes ownership of outcomes, not just assigned codeCan balance speed of execution with the reliability required for production systemsTech StackAI/LLM: OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and other LLM APIs, agentic frameworks, prompt engineeringBackend: Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQLDocument Intelligence: PDF parsing, OCR, structured extractionInfrastructure: AWS, object storage, DockerFrontend: Next.js, React, TypeScriptEngineering: Git, GitHub, CI/CDWhy Join ADATAGROUP?AI-first engineering culture — Work directly with technical leadership that actively builds with AI. You will have the freedom to evaluate new models, tools, and approaches and move quickly from experimentation to production.Real production impact — Your work will power trade workflows used by freight forwarders and customs professionals, not just prototypes or internal R&D projects.Meaningful ownership — In a small engineering team, you will have significant influence over the AI architecture, technical decisions, and evolution of the platform.Broad AI scope — Work across document intelligence, agentic automation, customs workflows, tariff classification, and trade compliance rather than being limited to a single AI feature.A genuinely challenging domain — Cross-border trade involves complex regulations, messy documents, multiple data formats, and real operational consequences. It is an environment where well-designed AI can create substantial value.Growing regional opportunity — Build technology designed to scale across clients and trade workflows throughout Asia-Pacific.How to ApplySend us your CV together with a brief introduction to your AI/LLM experience. Links to relevant projects, GitHub repositories, demos, or published work are highly encouraged.Bonus: If you have built something involving document intelligence, agentic AI, logistics/trade automation, or complex workflow automation, we would love to see it.