Data Architect

MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The MHA - ISD is looking for motivated Data Architects to join their team, focusing on building a robust data science and analytics ecosystem. Successful candidates will design and manage advanced data solutions, collaborating with various teams on unique challenges. Opportunities for training and growth in cutting-edge technologies await those driven to contribute to Singapore's internal security.

Benefits

Advanced training opportunities

Participation in overseas conferences

Qualifications

• Passion for software architecture in data science and analytics.
• Able to work independently and in teams.
• Competent in at least one programming/scripting language, with an eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain the tech stack for data solutions.
• Recommend and integrate new tools and technologies.
• Engage with users and lead projects.

Skills

Software architecture

Data science

Analytical skills

Programming (Python, Scala, JavaScript)

Database management

Machine learning

Tools

Oracle database

Spark

Hive

ElasticSearch

Cloudera Machine Learning

Docker

Ansible

Job description

What the role is:

ISD confronts and addresses threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability. For over 75 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists. A fulfilling and rewarding career awaits those who want to join in ISD’s critical mission of keeping Singapore safe, secure and sovereign for all Singaporeans.ISD utilises state-of-the-art technology and technical know-how to safeguard Singapore’s internal security, stability, and sovereignty. We are seeking highly motivated Data Architects to design, build, and administer a powerful data science and analytics ecosystem that enables the organisation to extract insights from voluminous data and make data-driven decisions.We are hiring for Data Architect roles in the software engineering field. Those without relevant working experience are welcome to apply as long as they are able to demonstrate relevant knowledge and an ability to pick up the required skills quickly.You will be supported by a team of highly technical and collaborative colleagues, and have opportunities for advanced training, like attending leading overseas conferences and courses. You will also have many opportunities to work on challenging, diverse and unique problem statements.

What you will be working on:

Our team’s flagship product is built on the following web stack technologies: Linux servers, nginx, Oracle database, Spark, Hive, Impala, HBase, Elasticsearch, Cloudera Machine Learning, Flask, FastAPI, Celery, RabbitMQ, Ansible, ArcGIS, and Svelte.We are looking to expand our stack to include: DuckDB, graph databases, data virtualisation, and containerisation.Depending on your level of experience, you will be helping to:• Design, develop, deploy, administer and/or maintain (portions of) this tech stack, or solutions based off it.• Recommend, evaluate, adopt, integrate and/or build on new open-source and commercial tools.• Engage end users, data analysts, data scientists, data engineers and project managers in the planning, development and delivery of solutions.• Lead projects, mentor juniors, make technical decisions, and/or formulate strategies.

What we are looking for:

• Someone passionate about software architecture (and engineering) applied to the domain of data science and analytics.• Self-motivated, open-minded, resourceful and meticulous candidates. Able to work independently and in teams.• Ability to keep the overarching objectives and constraints of the project in mind while pursuing the technical details.• Competent in at least one programming/scripting language (e.g. Python, Scala, JavaScript, bash). Interest and ability to gain expertise in other programming languages, frameworks and technologies.• Familiarity with one or more database and its related querying languages (e.g. SQL, Query DSL, Cypher).• Knowledge and experience with any of the following software engineering domains would be an advantage:o Web developmento System administrationo Big data technologieso Container technologieso Data analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence• Only Singaporeans need applyWe wish to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD)

The Internal Security Department (ISD) confronts and addresses threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability. For over 75 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists.At the heart of our work are the collection of intelligence that enables us to size up the threats to Singapore’s internal security, and taking the executive actions necessary to overcome those threats. Every day, we collect and analyse intelligence, make impartial assessments, and take decisive action to counter the threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability, and sovereignty.