Associate Clinical Innovation Engineer

NATIONAL DENTAL CENTRE OF SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NATIONAL DENTAL CENTRE OF SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. seeks a Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain in-house software that supports clinical and dental laboratory workflows.

The role leads web CAD tools, workflow systems, and digital platforms for dental applications, with mobile and AI-enabled solutions to boost efficiency and patient care. The candidate will collaborate with clinicians, dental technologists, engineers, researchers, and industry partners to translate ideas into scalable

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of software development experience or portfolio.
• Experience developing and deploying full-stack web applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain web-based applications supporting dental and clinical workflows.
• Develop user-friendly front-end interfaces and robust back-end services.
• Build and maintain APIs to integrate with clinical systems and third-party software.
• Implement secure, scalable software architectures.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

HTML5/CSS3

Python

React/Angular/Vue.js

RESTful APIs

Mobile development (React Native / iOS

Education

Diploma in Computer Science / Software Engineering / Computer Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

3D graphics libraries (Three.js / WebGL)

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain in-house software solutions that support clinical and dental laboratory workflows. The successful candidate will lead the development of web-based Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools, workflow management systems, and digital platforms for dental applications.

The role will also contribute to the development of mobile applications, automation tools, data-driven algorithms, and AI-enabled solutions that improve clinical efficiency, patient care, manufacturing processes, and research translation. The candidate will work closely with clinicians, dental laboratory technologists, engineers, researchers, and industry partners to transform ideas into scalable software products.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain web-based applications supporting dentaland clinical workflows.
• Develop user-friendly front-end interfaces and robust back-end services.
• Build and maintain application programming interfaces (APIs) to integrate with clinicalsystems, laboratory equipment, and third-party software.
• Implement secure, scalable, and maintainable software architectures.

CAD/CAM and Dental Technology Solutions

• Prosthodontic design
• Orthodontic workflows
• Surgical guide planning
• Dental manufacturing and 3D printing processes
• Integrate 3D visualization, geometric modelling, and mesh processing capabilities into software applications.
• Support interoperability with dental CAD/CAM systems and digital manufacturing platforms.

Mobile Application Development

• Design and develop mobile applications for clinical, patient-facing, educational, or operational use.
• Support cross-platform development for iOS and Android devices.
• Integrate mobile applications with web platforms and cloud services.

Algorithm and AI Development

• Develop algorithms for data processing, automation, image analysis, and workflow optimization.
• Support machine learning and artificial intelligence initiatives for digital dentistryand healthcare applications.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and identify opportunities to improve clinical and laboratory operations.

Collaboration and Innovation

• Work closely with clinicians, dental technicians, researchers, and engineers to gather requirements and translate them into software solutions.
• Participate ininnovation projects, proof-of-concept studies, and technology translation initiatives.
• Prepare technical documentation, user guides, and development standards.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for deployed applications.

Requirements

Education

• Diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering,Information Systems, or a related field.

Experience

• 2-5 years of software development experience (or equivalent demonstrated portfolio).
• Experience developing and deploying full-stack web applications.
• Experience working in healthcare, medical technology, manufacturing, CAD/CAM, or research environments is advantageous.

Technical Skills

Essential

Proficiency in:

• JavaScript /TypeScript
• HTML5 / CSS3
• Python

Experience with modern web frameworks such as:

• React
• Angular
• Vue.js

Experience with back-end technologies such as:

• Node.js
• Python (FastAPI, Flask, Django)
• RESTful APIs

Desirable

Mobile development:

• React Native
• Flutter
• Native iOS/Android development

Cloud platforms:

• Azure
• AWS
• Google Cloud

Database systems:

• SQL Server
• PostgreSQL
• MySQL
• MongoDB

Containerization and DevOps:

• Docker
• Kubernetes
• CI/CD pipelines

CAD and Advanced Computing Experience (Preferred)

• 3D graphics libraries (Three.js, WebGL, OpenGL)
• Computational geometry
• Mesh processing
• CAD/CAM software development
• Medical imaging data (DICOM, STL, OBJ, PLY)

Knowledge ofcomputer vision, AI, machine learning, or image processing.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability totranslate clinical or laboratory requirements into practical softwaresolutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.
• Passion for innovation and healthcare technology development.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience developing software for medical, dental, or healthcare environments.
• Experience with 3D printing, additive manufacturing, or digital manufacturing workflows.
• Familiarity with regulatory considerations in healthcare software development.
• Interest intranslational research, innovation, and commercialization of digital health technologies.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Delivery of software projects within agreed timelines.
• Adoption and satisfaction of clinical and laboratory users.
• System reliability, maintainability, and performance.
• Successful deployment of new digital solutions and workflow improvements.
• Contribution to innovation projects, publications, intellectual property, or product translation activities.