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Deriv is an AI‑first company, transforming trading through cutting‑edge technology. We’re seeking an exceptional AI Engineering Manager to lead our technical innovation. This role blends hands‑on technical leadership with strategic management, driving cutting‑edge initiatives while actively contributing to development.
AI is being embedded into our company DNA, across every department. For further information, please read our guide : ‘AI at Deriv : How we’re transforming fintech with AI’.
Challenges
Technical Leadership & Hands‑on Development
- Actively participate in and guide the development of advanced AI solutions, including deep learning, reinforcement learning, and graph neural networks
- Lead the implementation of state‑of‑the‑art NLP solutions using spaCy, Hugging Face Transformers, and the latest Gen‑AI APIs
- Architect and oversee vector search systems such as Weaviate, Pinecone, and Milvus
- Drive the development of autonomous and multi‑agent systems environments
- Guide the integration of generative AI technologies (GPT, DALL‑E, GANs)
- Utilise advanced transformer models like BERT, T5, and ViT to solve complex problems in NLP and computer vision
Strategic Management
Develop technology roadmaps aligned with business objectivesCollaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate AI solutions across the organisationLead architecture decisions for cloud‑based AI solutionsBalance resource allocation across multiple AI initiativesPeople Management
Build and lead a high‑performing AI engineering teamProvide technical mentorship and career development guidanceBuild a culture of innovation and continuous learning by driving the recruitment efforts of AI talentRequirements
Technical Skills
Expert‑level proficiency in PythonExpertise in TensorFlow, PyTorch, and scikit‑learn; advanced level skills in using multiple LLM frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraphHands‑on experience with vector databases and similarity search systemsStrong background in reinforcement learning and generative AIPractical experience with MLOps tools and practicesProficiency in big‑data technologies (Spark, Kafka, Hadoop)Experience with cloud platforms and edge computing solutionsLeadership Skills
8+ years of technical experience in AI and 4+ years of engineering team managementProven track record of delivering complex AI projectsExperience with agile development methodologiesAbility to balance technical depth with business acumenStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsStrategic thinking and problem‑solving abilitiesQualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related fieldExtensive experience (8+ years) in AI / ML roles, with at least 4 years in a leadership capacity, delivering enterprise‑grade solutionsRecognised contributions to AI research or projects, evidenced by publications or notable projectsBenefits
Competitive salary based on skills, qualifications, experience and market rates, with annual bonus tied to performanceComprehensive health benefits, including private medical insurance, life insurance, and health screeningsGenerous annual and parental leave, and coverage for professional development and educationAccess to flagship headquarters in Cyberjaya with a collaborative, high‑tech environment and modern facilitiesOpportunity to work with a diverse global team of over 80 nationalities, contributing to the future of online tradingReady to pioneer the future of AI?
If you’re excited about leading a talented team and driving innovation in AI technology, we want to hear from you. Your leadership could help shape the next generation of AI solutions.
Deriv is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We take pride in our Great Place to Work and IIP Platinum certifications, which reflect our commitment to creating an exceptional work environment. Join us and help build the future of online trading while working alongside top talent from over 80 nationalities.
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