Development Lead & Platform Architect - Data Platform & Products (Build) SDSO

Location: A*STAR

Reporting to: Director, Scientific Data Strategy Office

Role Overview:

A*STAR’s Scientific Data Strategy Office (SDSO) is on a journey to transform the way the organisation capitalises on its rich scientific data assets by developing a standardised data architecture that would facilitate data sharing and incorporate world-class data practices.

We are seeking enthusiastic and driven individuals to join A*STAR's Scientific Data Strategy Office (SDSO). As this is a newly formed team, the individual should relish rolling up their sleeves and getting their hands dirty.

For this role, the person will be leading the technical build of the data platform using the latest cloud technologies available on AWS and ensuring that the technical design is fit-for-purpose for the entire A*STAR.

This is an opportunity for the individual to be part of the journey of building up an organization-wide platform that would define how A*STAR works with scientific data from scratch.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead Data Platform Technical Development:

• Define compute requirements and specifications according to business requirements.
• Architect the data platform using the latest cloud technologies while ensuring operational requirements of a production system for all A*STAR researchers.

• Help develop A*STAR’s scientific research data products portfolio, including data catalogs, features, dashboards, and marketplaces.
• Develop features in the data platform, in collaboration with business teams, that drive seamless data sharing and reuse.

• Be the standard bearer of technical excellence within the team by implementing proper testing and CI/CD processes.
• Set and implement standards for production-ready code.

Job Requirements:

1. Education:

• Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering or a related field.

• 4-6 years in software development.
• 1-2 years in leading a software development team using Agile methodology.
• Able to write production-ready code.
• Proficient in Python backend or React frontend development. Full stack experience is a plus.
• Prior experience in cloud is required.
• Familiar with unit/integration/UI testing strategies and frameworks.
• Experience in setting up and implementing CI/CD processes.
• Understanding of OpenAPI standards.
• Understanding of code versioning and git branching strategies compulsory.
• Familiarity with data engineering tools such as Apache Spark or dltHub would be a plus.

• Strong analytical capabilities to assess data platform and products.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders across A*STAR entities.

Benefits:

• Lead the technical development of an organisation-wide platform product from scratch.
• Experience in translating business requirements from a diverse set of users to technical specifications and an actual product.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their interest in the position and relevant experience.