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About the Role

Agoda is seeking a Staff Machine Learning Engineer to join its team. This role is integral to advancing Agoda's mission of connecting people with travel experiences globally through technology. The engineer will focus on enhancing ML systems to ensure scalability, stability, accuracy, and efficiency. Relocation assistance is provided for candidates based in India. The position is within Agoda's Engineering department, working at the intersection of business analytics, ML engineering, data warehousing, and software engineering. The team addresses complex challenges in distributed systems, stream processing, and large-scale ML computation, contributing to ML-driven solutions that support business decisions, improve customer experiences, and mitigate fraud. The company fosters a culture of experimentation, ownership, and diversity, with data as a core element of innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to improve the scalability, stability, accuracy, speed, and efficiency of existing ML systems and processes.
• Build, administer, and scale ML processing pipelines.
• Design, build, test, and deploy new libraries, frameworks, or full systems for core systems, adhering to high standards of testing and code quality.
• Collaborate with engineers and product owners to identify and build tools that automate large-scale data management and analysis tasks.
• Take end-to-end ownership of ML models, from development through to production at scale.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 4 years focused on Machine Learning.
• Good experience in Pyspark.
• Expert-level understanding of Python, including design patterns and object-oriented programming.
• Experience debugging and reasoning about production issues is desirable.
• A good understanding of data architecture principles is preferred.
• Experience with Big Data technologies and tools.
• SQL experience.
• Strong analytical problem-solving capabilities and experience.
• Systems administration skills in Linux.
• A strong engineering-driven mindset is required.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Python3, Pyspark, and scripting languages such as Bash and Python.
• Experience with Hadoop and S3.
• Familiarity with ML models including Random Forest, CNN, and Regression models.
• Expertise in Python, including design patterns and object-oriented programming.
• Skills in debugging and reasoning about production issues.
• Understanding of data architecture principles.
• Experience with Big Data technologies and tools.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Linux systems administration skills.
• Good understanding of Hadoop ecosystems.
• Experience working with Open-source products.
• Experience with Scala development is a plus.
• Experience working in an agile environment using test-driven methodologies is beneficial.

Work Environment and Additional Information

This is a full-time position. Relocation assistance is provided for candidates based in India. Agoda offers a hybrid working model, a WFH set-up allowance, and 30 days of remote working from anywhere globally per year. The role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Agoda is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

About the Role

HKA is a global consultancy focused on risk mitigation, dispute resolution, expert witness, and litigation support. The firm specializes in anticipating, investigating, and resolving complex challenges by utilizing multi-disciplinary expertise. As independent consultants, experts, and advisors, HKA delivers solutions for public and private sector clients worldwide. The Forensic Accounting & Commercial Damages (FACD) team in Riyadh is seeking a Consultant or Managing Consultant to provide expert advisory services. This role offers a foundation for a career in forensic accounting, valuations, financial damages, and expert services, with early exposure to complex disputes and opportunities for professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the delivery of high-quality technical work within the FACD practice.
• Assist with financial, accounting, and data analysis for expert and dispute-related engagements.
• Develop analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
• Support the execution of commission management tasks, adhering to HKA methodologies and standards.
• Help maintain quality, accuracy, and consistency across all work products.
• Develop effective working relationships with client project team members.
• Take ownership of self-development, identifying learning goals and seeking opportunities to build skills and knowledge.
• Support local business development initiatives, including proposal assistance and team marketing efforts.
• Act as a brand ambassador for HKA.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Postgraduate degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business.
• Qualified Accountant or Economist with 3+ years of experience in consulting, specifically within Forensic Services, Valuations, Transaction Services, or Audit.
• Newly qualified accountants and economics postgraduates are encouraged to apply, as are those with practical experience.

Required Skills

• Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strategic thinking ability, with a capacity to thrive in ambiguous situations.
• Motivated and collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Language skills are considered a plus.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. HKA fosters a collaborative team environment offering learning opportunities through on-the-job coaching, tailored training, and exposure to real disputes. The firm invests in employee growth, helping develop analytical, commercial, and professional skills. HKA operates a flexible working pattern, accommodating hours and location, including flexible remote working. The company is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and makes all employment decisions on merit in compliance with local legislation.

About the Role

Multilink Management Consultants is seeking energetic and customer-focused individuals to join Baskin-Robbins outlets in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as Waiters/Service Crew. This full-time position offers an opportunity for individuals with 0-1 years of experience to begin a career in customer service within a globally recognized brand.

Role Overview

The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service, managing orders, serving a variety of ice cream, desserts, and beverages, maintaining a clean and inviting environment, and ensuring every guest has a pleasant dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and assist them in making their selections.
• Accurately take customer orders for ice cream, desserts, and beverages.
• Serve ice cream, desserts, and beverages to customers promptly and efficiently.
• Handle cash and point-of-sale (POS) transactions with accuracy.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the outlet.
• Assist with restocking inventory and support inventory management processes.
• Adhere to all company policies, food safety regulations, and customer service standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience in a restaurant, café, fast-food, or ice cream outlet is required.
• Possess good communication and customer service skills.
• Basic English communication proficiency is necessary; knowledge of Arabic is considered an advantage.
• Maintain a presentable appearance and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to flexible shift schedules.
• Experience in international food chains, cafés, or quick-service restaurants is preferred.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills are essential.
• A customer-oriented approach with a friendly personality is highly valued.
• Must be physically fit and capable of standing for extended periods.
• Previous experience working in the Gulf region will be an added advantage.

Required Skills

• Customer Service
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Interpersonal Skills

Work Context

This is a full-time position for a Waiter/Service Crew at Baskin-Robbins outlets located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role is a client position managed by Multilink Management Consultants.