AI and Gen AI Architect

Role Summary

As an AI & Data Solution Architect, you will play a pivotal role in driving AI-led transformation for our enterprise customers. You will work at the intersection of business, technology, and innovation, partnering with Sales, Pre-sales, and Delivery teams to design scalable, impactful AI solutions.

This role requires a strong blend of hands-on expertise, consulting mindset, and thought leadership to influence customer decisions and build differentiated offerings for the region.

Key Responsibilities

Drive AI-Led Solutioning

• Architect end-to-end AI, GenAI, and Data solutions aligned to customer business outcomes

• Design scalable architectures leveraging LLMs, Agentic AI, Data Platforms, and Cloud ecosystems

• Translate complex business challenges into practical, value-driven AI use cases

• Define reference architectures, frameworks, and reusable accelerators

Enable Sales & Pre-sales Success

• Partner with Sales and Pre-sales teams to shape strategic deals and proposals

• Act as a trusted advisor and AI SME in customer engagements and executive discussions

• Lead discovery workshops and solution envisioning sessions

• Contribute to RFP/RFI responses, effort estimations, and value articulation

Lead Thought Leadership & Innovation

• Stay ahead of emerging AI trends (Generative AI, Agentic AI, Data Platforms, etc.)

• Build industry-specific AI solutions and POVs for Banking, Manufacturing, Healthcare, and beyond

• Drive internal knowledge sharing, mentoring, and capability building

• Represent UST in customer forums, events, and innovation discussions

Build GTM-Ready AI Offerings

• Proactively identify and develop AI-powered platforms, accelerators, and reusable solutions

• Support creation of demos, solution showcases, and innovation assets

• Collaborate with leadership to define and execute regional GTM strategies

• Contribute to expanding UST's AI footprint across Southeast Asia

What We're Looking For

Core Technical Expertise

• Strong hands-on experience in:

o Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and AI model development

o Generative AI (LLMs, Prompt Engineering, RAG, Fine-tuning)

o Agentic AI / Autonomous workflows

• Proficiency in:

o Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain, LlamaIndex, Hugging Face

• Experience with:

o Data Engineering, Data Lakes, Data Warehousing, Real-time pipelines

o Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and AI/ML services

• Solid understanding of:

o MLOps, Model lifecycle, Responsible AI, Security & Governance

Consulting & Leadership Skills

• Ability to connect business strategy with AI-driven solutions

• Experience working with enterprise customers and senior stakeholders

• Strong background in pre-sales, solutioning, and consulting engagements

• Excellent storytelling, communication, and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in South East Asia markets and enterprise landscape

• Exposure to industries such as Banking, Manufacturing, Healthcare

• Familiarity with enterprise platforms like Salesforce, SAP, ServiceNow, etc.

• Relevant certifications in AI/ML, Cloud, or Data technologies

What Makes You Successful at UST

• A builder mindset with a passion for innovation and problem-solving

• Proactive in identifying opportunities and driving value-led conversations

• Strong collaboration across sales, delivery, and global teams

• Commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of AI advancements

Why UST

• Work on cutting-edge AI, GenAI, and Agentic AI initiatives

• Opportunity to shape enterprise transformation journeys across SEA

• Be part of a culture driven by purpose, innovation, and impact

• Collaborate with global teams and contribute to scalable AI offerings