Principal Engineer, Back End; AI-powered Data Querying; Bangkok

This position is based in Bangkok, Thailand. Relocation support is provided.

• Lead the development of AI-powered data querying solutions, enabling users to ask business questions in natural language and receive actionable insights.
• Architect and develop scalable data quality tools and frameworks to ensure reliable and trustworthy data.
• Act as a hands‑on technical leader, tackling complex challenges across AI query engines, data quality systems, and analytical engines.
• Collaborate with TPMs and stakeholders to define and drive the technical vision and roadmap for AI‑driven querying, query engines, and data quality tools.
• Mentor engineers and raise standards across data quality & governance tools, query engines, and the broader data platform.

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, or related fields.
• Strong hands‑on experience with:
  • SQL and large‑scale data systems
  • Modern analytical databases / data warehouses (e.g., Star Rocks, Snowflake, Big Query, Click House)
  • Backend development (e.g., Python, Java, Scala or similar)
• Experience building or working with:
  • AI/LLM‑based applications (e.g., text‑to‑SQL, conversational interfaces, cursor, copilots)
  • Data platforms or analytical infrastructure at scale
• Strong understanding of data modeling, query execution, and performance optimization.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑team, high‑impact technical initiatives.
• Ability to navigate between deep hands‑on work and strategic technical leadership.
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

• Experience with text‑to‑SQL systems or AI‑driven data interfaces.
• Experience implementing or scaling analytical engines such as Star Rocks.
• Background in data observability, quality, or governance frameworks.
• Experience with tools like dbt, Airflow, Spark, or similar.

At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics.