Full Stack Developer, Digital Services and Communications (2-Year Contract)

HeritageSG; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural heritage organization in Singapore seeks a Full Stack Developer to create and enhance digital experiences connecting visitors to rich cultural stories. The role involves developing web applications using modern frameworks and ensuring their performance, security, and accessibility. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of experience in full-stack development. This position promises impactful work within a dynamic team dedicated to cultural innovation.

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Opportunities for creative contribution

Career growth in cultural innovation

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in full-stack web application development.
• Experience with back-end frameworks (Node.js, Express, Python/Django, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of web security, responsive design, accessibility standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, collaborative ability.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy new web applications and microsites for heritage content.
• Support and enhance existing web applications for seamless digital experiences.
• Write clean, well-documented, testable code and perform various testing.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot issues while collaborating with teams.

Skills

Full-stack web application development

React

Vue

Node.js

Python/Django

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Git

Cloud platforms

Education

Diploma or degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Full Stack Developer, Digital Services and Communications (2-Year Contract)

Join HeritageSG as a Full Stack Developer and build digital experiences that bring Singapore's cultural heritage to millions of visitors. You’ll create innovative web applications for major festivals, museum exhibitions, and heritage initiatives that connect diverse audiences with compelling cultural stories.

Key Responsibilities

• A. Web Application Development Design, develop, and deploy new web applications, websites, and microsites that enhance access to and engagement with heritage content. Build user interfaces using modern frameworks (React, Vue) with a focus on performance, accessibility, and user experience, enabling diverse audiences to interact meaningfully with cultural stories. Implement back-end services, APIs, and databases to power both business systems and public-facing applications that scale across festivals, museums, and digital platforms.
• B. Maintenance & Optimisation Support and enhance existing web applications to ensure reliable, seamless digital experiences for both visitors and staff. Conduct regular audits to identify areas for improvement (performance, security, accessibility, load times). Develop and maintain RESTful/GraphQL APIs. Ensure best practices in scalability, reliability, security. Support cloud deployments, CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git).
• D. Testing, Deployment & Support Write clean, well-documented, testable code. Perform unit, integration, end-to-end testing. Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues. Plan lifecycle maintenance and upgrades. Work with UX/UI designers, curators, business units. Partner with vendors and technology providers. Explore emerging technologies.

Ideal Profile

• Diploma and/or degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in full-stack web application development.
• Experience with back-end frameworks (Node.js, Express, Python/Django, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of web security, responsive design, accessibility standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, collaborative ability.

Preferred

• Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) or serverless architecture.
• Knowledge of website optimisation tools (Lighthouse, PageSpeed).
• Familiarity with data visualisation libraries (D3.js, Chart.js).
• Interest in heritage, culture, digital innovation.

Why Join HeritageSG?

Be Part of Singapore's Creative Heritage Force As a subsidiary of the National Heritage Board under MCCY, HeritageSG stands at the forefront of cultural innovation. We are the creative minds transforming how heritage connects with contemporary audiences.

Shape the Future of Cultural Experiences Join a dynamic team that blends immersive storytelling with cutting-edge technology. From virtual reality installations to interactive displays, we pioneer new ways to make heritage accessible and engaging across museums, festivals, and digital platforms.

Work Where Creativity Meets Impact At HeritageSG, every project matters. Whether you’re curating exhibitions, coordinating festivals, or developing digital experiences, you contribute to thoughtfully curated experiences that bring heritage to life for millions. Our collaborative environment encourages creative thinking while maintaining the highest professional standards.

Grow Your Career in Cultural Innovation Be part of an organisation that values both tradition and innovation. You’ll work alongside passionate professionals reshaping the cultural landscape, with opportunities to develop expertise across multiple disciplines – from traditional curation to emerging technologies.

Make Heritage Relevant for Tomorrow Join us in our mission to ensure heritage remains vibrant and meaningful for future generations. At HeritageSG, your work doesn’t just preserve the past – it actively shapes how culture evolves and connects with contemporary society.