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Head of Tech (Engineering & AI) at Portcast - Kuala Lumpur

Portcast
Kuala Lumpur
Salary: Undisclosed

Role Summary

The Head of Tech will lead the technical direction of Portcast, managing a diverse team and ensuring the integration of AI and data capabilities into our products. This role requires a strategic leader with a strong technical background and the ability to drive impactful outcomes.

Job Description

Portcast is a Singapore-based logistics technology startup that leverages AI to enhance decision-making for freight forwarders. We are on a mission to transform the logistics industry by providing actionable insights that improve operational efficiency and protect margins. We are seeking a Head of Tech to lead our technical direction and manage our 15-person Tech team, which includes Engineering, Machine Learning/Data Science, and Data Analytics functions. This role is pivotal in shaping how we build systems, utilize data and AI, and scale our operations as we grow.

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Job Requirements

10+ years in software engineering, data, or ML environments

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Experience leading technical teams in a startup or product-driven B2B SaaS company

Strong backend and system architecture expertise

Experience deploying ML/AI systems into production

Background in logistics or supply chain industry is a plus

Excellent communication skills across technical and business teams

Head of Tech (Engineering & AI) - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for a Head of Tech (Engineering & AI) at Portcast in Kuala Lumpur?

Portcast has not disclosed the salary for this role. Head of Tech (Engineering & AI) positions in Kuala Lumpur typically pay RM2,800–RM7,500 per month, based on the 13 comparable vacancies currently listed on SuperJobs.

Where is this Head of Tech (Engineering & AI) job located?

This Head of Tech (Engineering & AI) position is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This role is fully remote.

What qualifications do I need for this Head of Tech (Engineering & AI) role?

Portcast is looking for 10+ years in software engineering, data, or ML environments; Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Experience leading technical teams in a startup or product-driven B2B SaaS company.

How do I apply for this Head of Tech (Engineering & AI) job at Portcast?

Apply directly on SuperJobs — create a free profile, upload your CV once and submit. There is no agency fee and no charge to applicants. Applications close 2026-11-07.

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Company

Portcast

Location

Kuala Lumpur

Salary

Undisclosed

Skills Required

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Head of Tech (Engineering & AI) Salary at Portcast

Portcast has not disclosed the salary for this role. Head of Tech (Engineering & AI) positions in Kuala Lumpur typically pay RM2,800–RM7,500 per month, based on the 13 comparable vacancies currently listed on SuperJobs.

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  2. Upload your CV once and answer any screening questions Portcast asks. Your profile is reused for every application after this one.
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