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Lead Engineer for AI Agents & Backend Platforms

Grab Holdings Inc.Petaling Jaya
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Essential Skills and QualificationsTechnical Expertise: Proficient in programming languages, especially Python, with a solid background in API design and experience with Large Language Models (LLMs). AI/ML Knowledge: Strong understanding of machine learning concepts, data structures, and algorithms. Backend Proficiency: Experience with databases, microservices, and system architecture. Ability to deconstruct complex tasks into actionable steps for AI implementation. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience. A minimum of 8 years in software engineering, with at least 5 years dedicated to designing and building scalable systems. Demonstrated experience in leading engineering teams, with a proven track record in guiding technical decisions and establishing engineering standards.

About the job

Join Our Innovative Team

Become a vital part of the GTS Innovation team at Grab, where we tackle a variety of consumer challenges and develop sustainable solutions that deliver impactful results for our organization and Grabbers alike. Our mission centers around creating specialized AI-driven products and tools that cater to the unique business needs of Corporate teams at Grab. We are on the lookout for enthusiastic developers who not only possess the essential skills but are also eager to contribute more to our collective success. As part of our team, you will work closely with product, business, and program management teams to ensure seamless project delivery.

About the Role

As a Lead Engineer specializing in AI Agents, you will be instrumental in designing autonomous systems that can interpret their environments, make informed decisions, utilize tools, and carry out complex workflows with minimal human intervention. Your expertise in LLMs, prompt engineering, and RAG will be crucial in developing intelligent agents that automate intricate tasks such as customer service, data analysis, and software development. You will take charge of advancing our corporate systems and setting benchmarks for engineering excellence, reporting directly to the Principal Enterprise Architect for Automation and Integration.

Please note, this position is based onsite at our Petaling Jaya, Malaysia office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop Autonomous Agents: Design and implement intelligent agents capable of independent planning, reasoning, and goal achievement.
  • System Integration: Connect AI agents with external APIs, databases, and software tools to execute real-world tasks.
  • Optimize Performance: Fine-tune models, enhance prompt engineering, and improve RAG architectures.
  • Evaluation & Testing: Create frameworks to assess agent performance, reliability, and safety.
  • Maintain Guardrails: Ensure the safe operation and appropriate oversight in automated workflows.

About Grab Holdings Inc.

About GrabGrab is Southeast Asia's premier superapp, dedicated to enhancing everyday life by providing a wide range of services—from food delivery to seamless transportation and financial management. Our purpose-driven approach fosters joy and excellence, leveraging the power of Technology and AI to fulfill our mission of propelling Southeast Asia forward through economic empowerment, guided by our core values of heart, hunger, honor, and humility.

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