About the job
About Sand Technologies
Sand Technologies is an innovative and rapidly expanding enterprise AI firm dedicated to addressing real-world challenges faced by leading corporations and government entities globally.
We are at the forefront of impactful AI solutions: Our offerings extend well beyond traditional chatbots. We leverage data and AI to tackle significant issues in sectors like telecommunications, sustainable water management, energy, healthcare, climate change, and smart city development. For instance, our AI-driven systems optimize the water supply for the entire city of London, and we developed the AI algorithms that empowered the 7th largest telecommunications company worldwide to efficiently plan its network across 300 cities. Additionally, we established a digital healthcare system that provides world-class medical care to 30 million individuals in a country despite a shortage of healthcare professionals.
Our revenue has surged by over 500% over the past year, and we have been recognized with prestigious scientific and industry awards for our pioneering technology. Our accomplishments are propelled by a talented workforce of around 300 engineers and scientists operating across Africa, Europe, the UK, and the US.
About the Role
As Sand Technologies continues its expansion throughout Africa and beyond, we are collaborating with government entities and public sector leaders to deliver transformative AI and data solutions. Our flagship healthcare project, the Health Operating System (HOS), is already operational. In Rwanda, numerous clinics have been digitized, transforming rural health facilities into state-of-the-art centers that are revolutionizing care across Africa. Our innovative HOS data products and clinical systems are already benefiting over 1 million patients by enhancing outcomes in various areas, from maternal health to chronic disease management. Designed for digital empowerment, the HOS provides thousands of frontline health workers with the essential tools and support needed to maximize their impact and bolster community health.
We are scaling rapidly and anticipate that by the end of 2025, our HOS will be operational in 10 countries, with plans for further expansion across the continent by 2026. This initiative is not a concept; it is already in progress, and we are generating momentum. However, healthcare is just one aspect of our growth; Sand Technologies is also making strides in various other sectors, including water, energy, and telecommunications.
As a Forward Deployed Engineer based in-country, you will oversee the complete deployment, integration, and performance of Sand’s technological systems across healthcare, water, energy, or telecommunications sectors. Your responsibilities will include ensuring seamless data capture, exchange, and governance between government systems and Sand’s platforms.

