Data Engineer (AI) - MNC

Kuala Lumpur Permanent MYR108,000 - MYR180,000 per year Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
We are seeking an ambitious and highly skilled Data Engineer to play a pivotal role in building next-generation AI solutions that enhance customer and partner experiences on a global scale. You will design and deliver production-ready AI capabilities, leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Azure OpenAI, RAG pipelines, MCP-based agent workflows, and AI-powered SaaS augmentation.
  • Build cutting-edge AI solutions at a global scale
  • Strong growth opportunities and exposure to international stakeholders

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognized technology organization at the forefront of digital transformation, helping some of the world's most complex industries unlock greater efficiency, sustainability, and business value through advanced software, data, and AI solutions.

Job Description

  • Strong Python development experience in data engineering, AI, or machine learning environments
  • Hands-on experience with OpenAI or Azure OpenAI services, including embeddings, chat completions, and function calling
  • Proven experience building LLM-based applications using RAG, AI agents, and prompt engineering techniques
  • Solid understanding of vector databases, embedding models, and ETL/ELT pipelines
  • Over 5 years of experience in software engineering or data engineering, with at least 2 years delivering AI/ML solutions in production

The Successful Applicant

A successful Data Engineer (AI) should have:

  • Over 5 years of software or data engineering experience, including at least 2 years delivering AI/ML solutions in production environments
  • Strong proficiency in Python, with hands-on experience building data engineering and I-powered applications
  • Experience working with Azure OpenAI Service or OpenAI APIs, including chat completios, embeddings, and function calling capabilities
  • Proven experience developing LLM-powered solutions using RAG pipelines, AI agents, tol integrations, and prompt engineering techniques
  • Solid understanding of vector databases, embedding models, and Python-based ETL/ELT dta pipelines
  • Experience with cloud AI platforms and API development using frameworks such as FastAI, Flask
  • Familiarity with emerging AI technologies such as MCP, agentic AI patterns, LangChain Semantic Kernel, multilingual AI models, or Responsible AI practices would be highly valued
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively aross cross-functional teams and explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • A curious and innovative mindset, balanced with a practical approach towards reliabilty, scalability, and cost-conscious AI solution development

What's on Offer

  • Annual salary between MYR 108000 and MYR 180000
  • Opportunity to work on impactful projects with regional and global stakeholders
  • A collaborative, inclusive, and people-first team culture where every voice is valued
  • Clear career development pathways, continuous learning opportunities, and mentorship from experienced professionals
  • Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance and personal wellbeing

If you're excited about building AI solutions that move beyond experimentation into real-world business value, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Contact
Elaine Ho
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7105731
Phone number
+60 3 2302 4058

Job summary

Function
IT
Specialisation
IT Data Analysis
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Kuala Lumpur
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Elaine Ho
Consultant contact
+60 3 2302 4058
Job Reference
JN-092026-7105731
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.