Assistant Director (Software Architecture & Standards)

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking a candidate to assist in the design and upkeep of the Singapore Armed Forces' software architecture. The role focuses on aligning software standards for interoperability and security, requiring at least 6 years of experience in digital and IT capabilities like data analytics and machine learning. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to contribute to military operations through technology.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of working experience in Digital and IT capabilities.
• Familiarity with developments in digital domain with military operational slant.
• Ability to assess large amounts of information and filter critical information.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and maintaining the software architecture of SAF.
• Align software standards across SAF for interoperability and security.
• Galvanize stakeholders to work together across MINDEF/SAF.

Skills

Data Analytics

Machine Learning

Cloud Computing

5G

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Education in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Job description

What the role is:

You assist in the design and upkeep of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)'s software architecture and archetypes.

What you will be working on:

• Align software standards across the SAF s to ensure interoperability, sustainability, agility and security
• Focus on systems for warfighting and operations
• Assess large amounts of information and filter out critical information for decision making
• Synergise inputs from multiple domains into coherent pictureChallenge(s)
• Operating at both strategic and tactical levels
• Understanding complex digital landscape coupled with master planning on multi-year spending
• Making clear decisions on ad-hoc basis
• Galvanising different stakeholders across MINDEF/SAF and Whole-of-Government (WOG) to work together

What we are looking for:

• Education in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
• At least 6 years of working experience in Digital and IT capabilities such as Data Analytics, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, 5G
• Familiarity with developments in digital domain whilst constantly overlaying military and operational slant
• Good interpersonal skills to work with wide range of external and internal stakeholders
• Ability to draw insights on key changes needed to improve Software Architecture and Standards for the SAF
• Good communication skills to communicate complex technical issues to multiple stakeholders across MINDEF/Singapore Armed Forces spectrum, including commanders and senior leaders

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.