Application Technologist, Sweet Goods

Singapore, SG Job ID 7107 Date posted August 17, 2026 Job Category Research and Development

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.

We are currently seeking for an individual who are self-driven and has strong passion for baking and confectionery. The successful candidate will join the Bakery and Sweet Goods team to carry out scientific application trials and conducting both sensorial and quantitative analysis to solve our customer’s product development challenges in color and flavor applications.

The Innovations Centre in Singapore is the regional hub that houses flavorists, sensory scientist, food technologists, and industry experts. The successful candidate will have ample opportunity to further their career to more senior, customer-facing roles within the business. This exciting opportunity is 100% office based at our Biopolis office.

What you will do:

Develop application tools in Bakery and Sweet Goods segment to demonstrate the sensorial and the aesthetic performance of the flavor and color solutions.

Provide technical support to both internal and external customers with formulation development, processing modifications, and scientific application studies.

Support promotional campaigns and initiatives for external customers with close collaboration with Marketing, Commercial, and Local Technical Teams. the flavors and colors library with continued review, evaluation and stability studies.

Participate in pilot and production trials with high degree of technical challenge.

Support customer trainings and technical workshops to promote flavor and color solutions

Ensure smooth laboratory operation by maintaining raw material availability and good running condition of bakery processing equipment.

Being responsible for any other assignments as delegated by the Technical Services Manager

What you will bring:

Bachelor’s degree in food science, culinary, or applied science related to food Preferably with minimum 2 years of experience in sweet goods category such as bakery and confectionery products with knowledge in product development involving the use of flavors and colors. Understanding of ingredient technology, their usage, interactions, and processing. Creativity, passion, and keen interest in the science behind baking and confectionery

What you will get:

Competitive pay. Career advancement opportunities. Opportunity to collaborate with your regional colleagues for 5 days in office. A thorough and constructive training experience during onboarding and beyond which secure a solid foundation to know understand the organization and our products effectively.

About Sensient New Global Innovation Center in Singapore:

Sensient new global innovation center GIC will bring together scientists and technologists from many different Sensient business units, including : Food colors and flavors – Pharmaceutical - Sensient natural ingredients – Bionutrients – Cosmetics. With a focus on new product development and application extension, the Center will exemplify deep collaboration and cross-pollination of Sensient Groups. This will allow the teams to innovate in a broader sensory context of flavor, color, texture, sight and aroma.

ABOUTSENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and fragrances. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, display imaging chemicals, and other specialty chemicals. The company's customers include major international manufacturers representing some of the world's best-known brands, as well as up-and-coming dynamic manufacturers.

With global operations in 71 locations in 31 countries, Sensient has built a corporate culture that incorporates expertise from regions around the world. We have customers in 150 countries. Over a decade, Sensient has grown from a domestic food company to a world-leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of sophisticated color and flavor systems.

Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

As a dynamic and diversified global leader, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit our website at http://www.sensient.com (opens in new window)

SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in Singapore without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

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