Head of Engineering

ConnectOne; Singapore; On-site; SGD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Singapore is seeking a Head of Engineering to architect their digital systems and lead a high-performing team. This pivotal role requires around 10 years of engineering leadership experience, particularly in startup environments, combining hands-on technical expertise with strategic oversight. Ideal candidates will possess strong full-stack capabilities and excellent communication skills to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals ready to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in engineering leadership in a fast-paced startup.
• Expert-level technical depth across modern backend frameworks and frontend libraries.
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and own the technical roadmap and system architecture.
• Implement rigorous technical standards and code reviews.
• Establish robust Data Architecture patterns.
• Provide technical mentorship to the engineering team.
• Partner with various teams to create executable technical solutions.
• Oversee data security strategies and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Full-Stack Proficiency

Hands-on Capability

Scaling Expertise

Domain Knowledge

Communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Job description

Head of Engineering (MedTech)

Our Client

A leading healthcare company focused on delivering innovative solutions through its automation platform, which includes workflow automation, data architecture, and report generation. The company is developing a new digital portal to enhance scalability and efficiency for global clinical operations.

The Role

To power their next phase of expansion, our client is looking to significantly augment their engineering bench strength. They are seeking a hands‑on Head of Engineering to architect the company’s digital backbone and lead a high‑performing software team. This is a pivotal role for a leader who thrives in startup environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Ownership: Design and own the long‑term technical roadmap and system architecture, ensuring alignment with global business objectives and scalability requirements.
• Engineering Excellence: Implement and enforce rigorous technical standards, including mandatory code reviews, automated testing frameworks, and comprehensive documentation.
• Data & Workflow Integrity: Establish robust Data Architecture patterns to ensure high availability, data integrity, and efficient retrieval for automated medical report generation.
• Strategic Leadership: Provide deep technical mentorship to the engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous skill enhancement and proactive problem‑solving.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with product, clinical, and laboratory teams to translate complex business needs into elegant, executable technical solutions.
• Security & Compliance: Oversee data security strategies and ensure strict adherence to international healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, PDPA).

Key Requirements

• Leadership Experience: About 10 years of experience in engineering leadership, with a proven track record of managing teams within a fast‑paced startup or high‑growth environment.
• Full‑Stack Proficiency: Expert‑level technical depth across the full stack (modern backend frameworks and frontend libraries).
• Hands‑on Capability: A “lead‑by‑example” mindset with the ability to dive into the code while maintaining a high‑level strategic perspective.
• Scaling Expertise: Demonstrated experience in team building, hiring, and structuring engineering departments for rapid growth.
• Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare, biotech, or highly regulated sectors is a significant advantage.
• Education: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Communication: Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills to bridge the gap between technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

This role is open only to candidates who are currently eligible to work in Singapore.