Principal Forward Deployed Engineer - Data Scientist at Swiftkey

About the role

What will you do at Swiftkey?

Drive customer outcomes by shaping opportunities and translating business needs into clear, actionable technical approaches Build and deliver production-grade solutions in customer environments, demonstrating strong engineering execution and end-to-end ownership Accelerate time to value by operating effectively in ambiguity and delivering iterative, high-impact solutions Engage and influence senior stakeholders to build trust, align priorities, and guide technical and business decision-making Apply industry and customer context to tailor solutions and move beyond generic approaches Prepare and transition work to FDE crews with clear scope and strong technical direction, maintaining continuity across the engagement lifecycle Operate with an entrepreneurial mindset to navigate complex account dynamics, set boundaries, and drive urgency and accountability.

Embody our culture and values. 1.

Doctorate in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 5+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results) OR Master's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 7+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results) OR Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field AND 10+ years data science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying s statistical techniques and reporting results) 2. 5+ years customer-facing, project-delivery experience, professional services, and/or consulting experience.

Experience partnering directly with customers or internal stakeholders to deliver solutions end-to-end. Fluency in Japanese and English language skills.

Doctorate in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, OR related field AND 8+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results) OR Master's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, OR related field AND 10+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results) OR Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, OR related field AND 12+ years data-science experience (e.g., managing structured and unstructured data, applying statistical techniques and reporting results) OR equivalent experience.

Experience partnering directly with customers or internal stakeholders to deliver solutions end-to-end. Enjoy travel and are comfortable with travel up to 25%

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