Lead Engineer/Engineer, Intelligence Analytics System & Anti-Scam, Intel PMC

Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking Program and Project Managers responsible for managing Intelligence Analytics and Anti-Scam projects. The role involves gathering business requirements, delivering projects on time, and managing product specifications. Candidates should have a tertiary qualification in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in software development or project management. Familiarity with agile methodologies and ICT infrastructure is desirable. This position is on a two-year contract, with potential for permanent tenure based on performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant software development, business analysis and/or project management experience.
• Participation in at least one full software or product development cycle.
• Proven experience in IT business analysis and/or IT project management.

Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders to gather and scope business requirements.
• Define product specifications and manage product backlogs.
• Provide project management for timely implementation and delivery of projects.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodology

Stakeholder negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Computer Science/Information Systems

Job description

What the role is:

We are searching for Program and Project Managers, who will be responsible in planning, managing and ensuring the successful implementation of Intelligence Analytics and Anti-Scam related projects for Home Team departments. For large-scale project(s), the jobholder will either perform as Program Manager or work with the respective Program Manager to ensure successful rollout of the project(s).

What you will be working on:

1. Work closely with the respective stakeholders on the following:
   • Gather and scope the business requirements to be developed into business cases and specifications;
   • Perform feasibility studies on new/existing technologies, evaluate and recommend ICT solutions that best address the business needs performed; and/or assist the stakeholders in the discussion of technologies of interest with vendors or in the use of low‑code development platforms, participate in discussions on the technical solutioning, security and integration features for the proposed project.
2. Define product specifications, product manage and drive product backlogs where applicable.
3. Provide project management to ensure the timely implementation and delivery of projects.
4. Perform procurement of services, conduct evaluation, either independently or with his/her supervisor, on system proposals submitted by vendors participating in the Tender/Quotation processes called through the government tendering or quotation procedures.
5. Work with developers (in-house or external vendors) to conduct investigation and/or analyze system behaviours, degradations, faults, and mishaps to troubleshoot, identify and resolve any technical problems or system issues where applicable.

What we are looking for:

• Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information/Infocomm Technology, Computer or Electronics Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant software development, business analysis and/or project management working experience.
• Participated in at least one full software or product development cycle. Experience in Agile methodology will be advantageous.
• Proven experience in IT business analysis and/or IT project management.
• Have fundamental knowledge in ICT Infrastructure and cybersecurity. Prior work experience in Government environment and familiarity with Instruction Manual will be advantageous.
• Have basic knowledge of service design/design thinking and customer journey mapping.
• Knowledge of application modernization and enterprise architecture will be preferred.
• Knowledge on data analytics, data science and AI will be advantageous.
• Have strong analytical, conceptualisation and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changes and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to present ideas and influence stakeholders.

All new appointees are appointed on a two‑year contract in the first instance and will be assessed and considered for permanent tenure overtime, based on performance. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical questionnaire, 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.

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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.