Lead/Engineer (Profiling), Biometrics & Profiling COE (Tech Development)

Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency for homeland security in Singapore is seeking a motivated individual to work on behavioral profiling technologies. The role requires a tertiary qualification in Computer Science or Engineering, with strong interest in Computer Vision and knowledge of AI. Successful candidates will innovate and implement technologies, working in a collaborative environment. Fresh graduates and those with up to 5 years' experience are encouraged to apply. A two-year contract with potential for permanent tenure is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in Computer Vision.
• No prior experience required; relevant experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Innovate, develop, and implement behavioural profiling technologies.
• Develop computer vision Proof-of-Concepts to detect observable behaviours.
• Perform AI modelling and training based on video data.
• Integrate modalities like physiological responses and facial expressions.
• Design the User Interface for the POC.

Skills

Computer Vision

AI and Machine Learning

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

What the role is:

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. The jobholder will be part of a dynamic team which works in the nascent area of behavioural profiling and credibility assessment technologies.

What you will be working on:

• Innovate, develop, and implement behavioural profiling technologies for the Home Team
• Develop computer vision Proof-of-Concepts (POC) to detect observable behaviours
• Perform AI modelling, training, inferencing based on video data
• Integrate modalities such as physiological responses, voice stress and facial expressions
• Design the User Interface for the POC
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of users to advance behavioural profiling technologies in the Home Team
• Participate in technical conferences and author/co-author scientific publications

What we are looking for:

Candidates should possess:

• A tertiary qualification in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• Strong interest in Computer Vision
• Good knowledge of AI and Machine Learning
• Candidates with no prior experiences are welcome to apply. Those with at least 5 years of relevant experience will be considered for senior positions.

He/She should:

• Have good interpersonal and communications skills for engagement with internal and external stakeholders
• Be able to work independently and handle pressure well
• Be a team player
• Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Be able to write and speak well

All new hires are appointed on a two-year contract in the first instance and will be assessed and considered for permanent tenure over time, based on performance. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. All 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.