Lead Research Engineer

RMA CONSULTANTS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm in Singapore is seeking a Lead Research Engineer to drive innovative smart manufacturing software solutions. This role requires expertise in .NET, C#, and Angular, along with substantial experience in leading teams and developing technology roadmaps. The engineer will integrate AI/ML techniques to optimize planning, scheduling, and inventory management while collaborating with stakeholders. This contract position offers a competitive salary range of S$6,000 - S$12,000, based on experience.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software development and solution architecture.
• Proven expertise in .NET, C#, and Angular.
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML frameworks and optimization algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor development teams in enterprise applications.
• Define solution architectures for production scheduling.
• Integrate AI/ML for enhanced inventory management.

Skills

Leadership and mentoring

Software development and solution architecture

.NET expertise

C# programming

Angular framework

AI/ML knowledge

Optimization techniques

Cloud-native platforms (AWS/Azure)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a Lead Research Engineer to design and deliver innovative smart manufacturing software, combining software architecture, AI/ML, and GenAI to optimize planning, scheduling, and inventory management, while leading development teams, driving the R&D technology roadmap, and translating research into enterprise-grade applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor development teams building enterprise applications for production scheduling, operations planning, sourcing, and inventory analytics
• Define and implement solution architectures using .NET C#, Angular, and microservices-based platforms
• Set technical direction and ensure engineering excellence across teams.
• Integrate AI/ML, GenAI, and optimization techniques to enhance planning, scheduling, and inventory management
• Develop and maintain the R&D technology roadmap and establish standards for data management, interoperability, and real-time analytics.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align solutions with business and operational requirements, and evaluate emerging technologies for adoption
• Lead architecture reviews, design discussions, and contribute to AI-powered applications that optimize resource allocation, supply chains, and production efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in software development and solution architecture, with proven expertise in .NET, C# and Angular. Strong track record in leading teams, mentoring, and driving technology roadmaps
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-native platforms (AWS/Azure)
• Deep understanding of AI/ML frameworks, GenAI tools, and optimization algorithms in planning and scheduling.
• Familiarity with Industrial IoT, edge computing, DevOps/DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and secure architectures
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills, balancing innovation, feasibility, and business impact.

Other Information

• Work Location: West, Singapore
• Job Type: Contract: 3 Years (Extendable)
• Salary Range: S$6,000 - S$12,000

Application Instructions

If you are interested, kindly send your resume (in MS Word format) to Mounika at [e-mail] stating your salary expectations & availability to take it forward.