Deputy Manager, IT - Information Systems

SUTD (Singapore University of Technology & Design); Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SUTD (Singapore University of Technology & Design) seeks a seasoned IT professional to implement and maintain IS projects, aligning systems with the university’s strategic needs. You will drive feasibility studies, gather requirements, manage development and testing, and ensure quality across deliverables.

The role involves preparing ITQ/Tender specifications, evaluating proposals, and coordinating across cross‑functional teams to deliver IT solutions that support academic and administrative

Qualifications

• Have a Degree in Computer Science or equivalent with at least 7 years of relevant working experience.
• Experience in project management with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of software services, cloud-based apps and educational environments.
• Proficiency in software development and ability to code in .NET, DB Triggers and scripting.
• Experience in development and maintenance of APIs and integration using REST.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts and practical software development applications.
• Experience integrating AI services (Azure AI, OpenAI) into applications.
• Strong written/verbal communication and collaboration across departments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with users and vendors on feasibility studies and manage full project lifecycles including requirements gathering, development, deployment, testing and support.
• Prepare ITQ/Tender specs, conduct evaluations, and ensure deliverables meet university standards and policies.
• Maintain project libraries, documentation and licenses for IS applications.

Skills

Project management

Analytical mind

Communication skills

Team player

Customer-service oriented

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

.NET

DB Triggers

Scripting

REST APIs

OpenAI APIs

Job description

(This role is hired on contract basis.)

About The Role

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Information Systems, the successful candidate will implement new and existing projects in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of information systems. The candidate will also be involved in the planning, execution and alignment of the IS systems to meet the university's short and long term needs.

What You Will Do

• You will work with users and vendors to conduct business and technical feasibility study based on the growing needs of the university. You will also manage the entire lifecycle of projects which include requirements/functional gathering, development/deployment, testing and technical supports.

• In addition, you will assist in preparing ITQ/ Tender specifications, conduct ITQ/ Tender evaluation, recommendation and award paper and ensuring that the project deliverables are of high quality and in conformance to the University’s standards, procedures and policies.

• You will also maintain the Project libraries such as documentation and licenses for IS Applications.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Preferably a Degree in Computer Science or equivalent with at least 7 years of relevant working experience, good understanding of the latest technology trends, good technical competencies and an analytical mind.

• Project management experience in working with teams of various project sizes.

• Good knowledge of software services, cloud-based applications and experience in supporting an educational environment. Experience in an institution environment would be an added advantage.

• Experience in software development and able to code in .NET, DB Trigger and Scripting.

• Experience in development and maintenance of APIs and integration servicesusing modern architecture styles such as REST.

• Exposure to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) concepts, with practical application in software development.

• Exposure in integrating AI services into applications, such as Azure AI Services, OpenAI APIs, or similar platforms.

• Able to work well with cross-functional departments and have excellent written, communication and good interpersonal skills.

• Other traits include positive attitude & aptitude, self-motivated, customer-service oriented and a team player.