For Lam Xin He, moving into AI was less about changing careers and more about applying the same engineering mindset in a new environment.
Today, as an Assistant Principal Engineer with Deepbrain under Mission Software & Services, part of ST Engineering's Digital Systems business, he helps develop AI-powered solutions that solve real-world problems across industries. From translating business needs into technical requirements to delivering solutions for customers, his work combines technology, collaboration and continuous learning.
Before joining Deepbrain in 2024, Xin He spent three years working on military aircraft as a Field Engineer with Defence Aerospace. While the domain has changed, his passion for tackling complex challenges remains the same.
Q: What does your role involve today?
My work spans both technology and delivery. I collaborate with different teams, support project planning, translate business requirements into technical solutions and help ensure quality throughout the development process. What's interesting is that every project is different. I've had the opportunity to work across industries including banking and finance, FMCG and airport services, which means there is always something new to learn.
Q: What project are you most proud of?
One highlight was leading a team developing an AI-powered crime forensic solution designed to enhance investigative workflows. Using technologies such as knowledge graphs and chatbot-based querying, the solution helps investigators connect information, uncover patterns and spend less time searching through large volumes of multi-modal data. This allows them to focus on critical analysis and decision-making. Seeing the solution come together and recognising the value it could deliver for users was incredibly rewarding.
Q: What has been the biggest lesson from your transition into AI?
The pace of change.
AI evolves rapidly, which means learning never stops. While it was initially daunting to work alongside colleagues with deep expertise in the field, the collaborative culture at ST Engineering encouraged me to keep learning, stay curious and continuously adapt.
Q: What motivates you to keep learning in such a fast-changing field?
What motivates me is the opportunity to keep building solutions that create value for users and organisations. Every project brings a different challenge, and every challenge is an opportunity to grow both technically and professionally.
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