Anthropic is setting up a presence in Singapore and advertised four job openings including Asia-Pacific head of accounting, product support specialists, and a regional research economist role as of early June 2026 [1]. The company requires staff in Singapore to be onsite at least 25% of the time [1].
The regional research economist position demands a PhD in Economics with strong empirical research skills and proficiency in Python programming [1]. The role offers an annual salary between SGD 307,200 and SGD 331,200, including commissions [1, 2]. Experts note the position requires interdisciplinary expertise connecting economic research, AI technology, policy analysis, and assessment of emerging technologies. Dr Liang Changguo, Executive Director at Randstad, said, "AI is no longer a pure tech story; it is increasingly connected to economics, society, and policy, making economists vital in leading AI firms" [2].
Anthropic’s entry into Singapore follows similar steps by OpenAI and Google DeepMind, supporting AI adoption and frontier AI development in the city-state [1, 2]. Since 2024, over 70 global AI companies have established AI centers in Singapore, contributing to its goal to become an AI hub [2].
Financially, Anthropic’s major backers include Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund GIC and US investment firm Coatue Management. They co-led a $30 billion Series G round in February 2026, enabling the company’s expansion push [2]. Following its H round financing, Anthropic is valued at $965 billion, surpassing OpenAI [2].
Agrim Singh, co-founder of Niyam AI, said Anthropic’s arrival will strengthen Singapore’s AI ecosystem by fostering long-term connections with local entrepreneurs, researchers, and educational institutions [2]. However, experts warn Singapore faces a serious shortage of AI talent that could threaten competitiveness as demand rises [2].
Anthropic held its first in-person event in Singapore and began local recruitment in April 2026. The company advertised the Singapore job openings publicly on June 4 [1, 2]. Recruitment of key AI-related roles is ongoing as Anthropic moves to solidify its presence in the city-state.
