Lead Engineer

Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology agency in Singapore is seeking a software engineer to lead technical implementations and drive development of critical systems. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields, with at least 3 years of experience in software development. Responsibilities include collaborating with product teams, ensuring adherence to coding standards, and participating in recruitment. Applicants should have strong problem-solving skills and an ability to produce clear technical documentation. This role offers a chance to be at the forefront of technology in homeland security.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience in software development or engineering.
• Strong problem-solving skills and technical curiosity.
• Excellent communication skills with clear technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical implementation in assigned domain expertise.
• Drive development of complex features and components.
• Architect and implement solutions within the broader framework.
• Conduct technical assessments for optimal performance.

Skills

Programming proficiency

System design

Testing

DevOps

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Job description

What the role is:

Get ready to embark on a transformative journey with HTX's newly formed xCode function, focusing on the organic in‑house development of core software modules for the mission critical and sensitive systems. This new setup aims to achieve greater control, agility and responsiveness to evolving operation needs to the dynamic operating environment for software delivery. HTX is the world’s first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally‑ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore’s frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team’s advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth. Drive hands‑on technical execution and team leadership within specific engineering domains, translating architectural vision into high‑quality, scalable solutions whilst mentoring development teams.

What you will be working on:

Technical Leadership & Implementation:

• Lead technical implementation within assigned domain expertise (front end, back end, data management, QA & testing, etc.) working closely with Principal Engineers on solution design
• Drive hands‑on development of complex features and critical system components, setting technical standards through exemplary code quality
• Architect and implement technical solutions for individual systems and components within the broader solution framework
• Conduct technical assessments and provide guidance on implementation approaches to ensure optimal performance and maintainability

Technical Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing:

• Facilitate technical discussions and drive continuous improvement in delivery practices
• Support recruitment activities by conducting technical interviews and assessing candidate capabilities
• Champion knowledge sharing through technical presentations, documentation, and cross‑team collaboration

Quality Assurance & Standards:

• Implement and enforce engineering best practices, coding standards, and quality gates within development workflows
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex technical issues, conducting root cause analysis and implementing sustainable solutions
• Ensure adherence to architectural principles, security standards, and performance requirements
• Drive automated testing strategies, CI/CD pipeline improvements, and deployment practices to enhance delivery reliability

Cross‑functional Collaboration:

• Partner closely with Product Teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications and delivery plans
• Collaborate with other Lead Engineers across domains to ensure seamless integration and consistent technical approaches
• Support technical decision‑making by providing domain expertise and implementation feasibility assessments
• Contribute to technical roadmap planning and estimation activities for product delivery milestones

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• At least 3 years of relevant working experience in software development, engineering, or related areas
• Proficiency in programming, system design, testing, and DevOps
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a keen technical curiosity
• Ability to adapt and work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating effectively within a team
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to produce clear technical documentation

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

All shortlisted applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks upon closing of the advertisement.

About Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX)

HTX is the world’s first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally‑ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore’s frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team’s advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth.