Instructor - Software Development (Part Time)

Skills Union; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A global learning company in Singapore seeks an experienced Software Developer to deliver a part-time program in collaboration with a local university. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of industry experience in software development and a passion for mentoring students. Responsibilities include refining curriculum, mentoring students, and providing feedback on projects. The role offers an opportunity to work with a dedicated team, shaping the next generation of tech talent in a dynamic learning environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience in software development.
• Fluency in usability, user research, and user testing.
• Proven ability to mentor and guide peers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an extraordinary student learning experience through feedback and mentoring.
• Coaching students to reach their full potential.
• Providing constructive feedback on projects and portfolios.
• Contributing to the global education community.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Prototyping

UI design

Agile methodologies

Product management

Education

Diploma or degree in design field + 2 years experience OR 5 years industry experience

Job description

Skills Union is a leading global learning company, focused on preparing our students for careers in the digital economy. We work directly with universities and employers to design and deliver programs that focus on both leadership development, as well as the most sought-after digital skills, including coding, UX, data science and digital marketing.

Our mission is to unlock human potential by providing highly engaging learning programs that equip our students with the skills, tools and mindset to help them succeed in today’s rapidly evolving digital economy. We believe that education can be a powerful force for good, and want to help students from every background to realise their full potential.

THE ROLE - WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for an experienced Software Developer with 5+ years of industry experience to help deliver our part time Software Developer program in Singapore, partnering with a leading SG University. Your primary responsibility will be to help our students learn the latest tools, skills and technologies in UX and Product Management, and to set them up to pursue successful careers in tech when they graduate.

We look for people who are have a deep passion for sharing their knowledge and significant real-world experience. Educational experience is a bonus; all of our new team members will also be trained in the latest instructional and educational approaches, and so this is less important than your attitude, knowledge, experience and portfolio.

You will be joining a global team, working with a small team of instructors and educators based in Singapore. We have a curriculum in place, and you will be refining and delivering the program in-person and online, designing and developing projects for student cohorts. We also support our students with weekly online group workshops providing personalised Professional Development to help them succeed in their career.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivering an extraordinary student learning experience through compassionate, committed feedback to students, teaching, mentoring and information sharing.

• Coaching and inspiring students to reach their full potential

• Providing students with feedback to help them build projects and portfolio

• Actively contribute to our growing global community.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• You are the person that your colleagues naturally gravitate to when they are looking for guidance.

• You are a confident team leader with problem-solving, communication and analytical thinking skills.

• You are proactive, autonomous and resourceful.

• A diploma, certificate or a degree in the design field + 2 years of industry experience OR 5 or more years of industry experience.

• Fluency in most or all of the following topics: usability, user research, user testing, prototyping, UI design, graphic design, branding, agile, scrum, product management.

• Above all you have a great portfolio of work, a passion for working with people, and a deep love for what you do.

TO APPLY:

If you are interested in this role, please apply via our jobs portal with your CV and a brief covering letter, providing three key reasons why you feel you would be the perfect fit.

Skills Union is an equal opportunities employer and actively encourages applications from all backgrounds.