AI & System Engineer

AI & System Engineer – Transforming Compliance with Cutting-Edge Technology at HALA

At HALA, we are pioneering the future of financial services in the MENAP region by empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with innovative, tech-driven solutions. As a leading fintech player, we are redefining how businesses operate, scale, and thrive through seamless digital payments, advanced logistics, and intelligent financial tools. Licensed by the Saudi Arabian Central Bank and expanding across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, HALA is at the forefront of revolutionizing financial infrastructure for SMEs—today’s backbone of economic growth.

We are seeking a highly skilled AI & System Engineer to join our Compliance Technology team. In this dynamic role, you will architect, develop, and deploy AI-driven and automated solutions that elevate compliance operations, ensuring regulatory adherence, risk mitigation, and operational excellence. This is an opportunity to merge your expertise in AI, system engineering, and compliance to build scalable, future-proof technologies that safeguard HALA’s operations while driving innovation.

Your Impact

As an AI & System Engineer at HALA, your work will directly contribute to the following critical initiatives:

• Design and Deploy AI-Powered Compliance Solutions: Develop intelligent systems that automate and enhance Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), fraud detection, and regulatory reporting processes, reducing manual effort and improving accuracy.
• Build Scalable and Secure Integrations: Create robust APIs, internal applications, and system integrations that connect compliance workflows with broader enterprise platforms, ensuring seamless data flow and operational efficiency.
• Leverage AI for Data-Driven Decision Making: Design advanced analytics dashboards and predictive models that empower compliance teams with real-time insights, enabling proactive risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Advance RegTech and Automation: Implement cutting-edge Regulatory Technology (RegTech) solutions to streamline workflows, reduce human error, and accelerate response times to regulatory changes.
• Ensure Ethical and Responsible AI Adoption: Establish governance frameworks, conduct risk assessments, and implement oversight mechanisms to guarantee that AI-driven compliance tools are transparent, fair, and aligned with global standards.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Partner with Compliance, Risk, Information Security, and Technology teams to align technical solutions with business objectives, fostering a culture of innovation and cross-functional excellence.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Stay ahead of industry trends by researching emerging AI and compliance technologies, proposing enhancements, and advocating for scalable, future-ready systems.
• Support Regulatory and Audit Requirements: Provide technical documentation, system evidence, and audit trails to ensure compliance with cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory bodies, mitigating risks and fostering trust.

This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of technology and compliance, where strategic thinking meets hands-on execution. You will have the autonomy to innovate, the support of a diverse and collaborative team, and the opportunity to shape the future of financial compliance in a rapidly evolving industry.

Why Join HALA?

At HALA, we believe that exceptional talent deserves an environment where ambition is met with opportunity. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Innovation-Driven Culture: Join a team of over 30 nationalities working across seven countries, where diversity fuels creativity and collaboration. Our inclusive culture encourages bold ideas and flexible work models—whether remote, in-office, or hybrid—to accommodate your needs.
• Competitive Growth Opportunities: Benefit from a highly competitive compensation package, including equity participation, and invest in your career with an annual learning stipend and regular training programs. HALA is a hyper-growth environment, and we empower you to take ownership of your development.
• Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly influence the financial ecosystem of the MENAP region, enabling SMEs to grow and thrive. At HALA, you’re not just building systems—you’re building the future of finance.
• Autonomy and Trust: We believe the best results come from empowered individuals. You will be entrusted with significant responsibility, trusted to make impactful decisions, and supported with the resources to excel.
• A Dynamic and Supportive Team: Mentorship, challenging goals, and a commitment to your success are at the heart of our culture. Whether you're refining AI models or optimizing compliance workflows, you’ll have the guidance and tools to achieve extraordinary outcomes.

If you are a forward-thinking engineer passionate about leveraging AI to solve complex compliance challenges, we invite you to be part of HALA’s mission. Together, we will redefine the standards of financial technology and create lasting value for businesses and communities across the region.