AI Senior Developer

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental defense agency in Singapore is seeking a leader for their Artificial Intelligence (AI) team. You will manage a group of AI developers to build cutting-edge AI products, ensuring effective collaboration within teams and external partners. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of relevant experience and a profound understanding of AI/ML technologies. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to Singapore's national security initiatives through innovative technology solutions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant working experience.
• Deep understanding of supervised and unsupervised learning.
• Hands-on experience with current AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage AI developers in product teams.
• Ensure beneficial deployment of AI/ML tools within the SAF.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external partners for collaboration.

Skills

Leadership skills

Understanding of AI/ML

Experience with TensorFlow

Experience with PyTorch

Strong communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or Analytics

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

What the role is

You lead a team of Artificial Intelligence (AI) developers to build prioritised AI products.

What you will be working on

• Lead and manage AI developers in product teams
• Provide on-site support to respective entities when required
• Maintain relationships with internal and external partners for AI collaboration
• Stay up-to-date with latest developments in AI and Machine Learning (ML) technology
• Identify, initiate, and promulgate worthwhile engineering projects across the SAF
• Ensure beneficial deployment of AI/ML tools within the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)
• Maintain in-depth understanding of AI/ML and languages like Python
• Apply experience with complex data structures and algorithms
• Stay acquainted with rapidly evolving AI/ML technologies
• Ensure deep understanding of AI/ML application and impact in military contexts

What we are looking for

• Education in quantitative, scientific and technology fields such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science and Analytics
• At least 8 years of relevant working experience
• Deep understanding of AI/ML (supervised and unsupervised learning, neural networks, deep learning)
• Hands‑on experience with current AI tools like TensorFlow and PyTorch
• Strong leadership, planning and communication skills
• Ability to multi‑task and work under stressful environments

About MINDEF

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and, should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non‑uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.