[LTA-TRO] SENIOR/ EXECUTIVE/ SOFTWARE ENGINEER, TRAFFIC & ROAD IT

Land Transport Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Land Transport Authority in Singapore is looking for a Senior/Executive Software Engineer to lead the development of cloud-based, AI-driven applications. This role demands a combination of technical and strategic leadership toward agile software delivery.

The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of relevant experience, proficiency in Agile and DevOps practices, as well as strong communication skills. The position offers opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in software development and project management.
• Proficient in CI/CD pipelines and containerization technologies.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cloud-based software development with a focus on AI applications.
• Design and develop scalable cloud applications following best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements.

Skills

Software development

AI/ML solutions

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Cloud technologies

Project management

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

GitLab CI

Docker

Jira

Job description

[LTA-TRO] SENIOR/ EXECUTIVE/ SOFTWARE ENGINEER, TRAFFIC & ROAD IT

What you will be working on:

• You will be responsible for leading the development of cloud‑based software solutions with a focus on AI‑driven applications and agile delivery methodologies.
• Combine hands‑on technical leadership with strategic oversight of development initiatives and thus requiring expertise in modern cloud technologies, AI integration, and proven ability to guide agile development teams.
• Design and develop scalable, resilient, and secure cloud‑based applications, fostering best practices in software development and DevOps.
• Implement coding and cybersecurity best practices as well as collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and architecture strategies.
• Involve project management, system software implementation and maintenance activities including to conduct technical feasibility study, project planning, tender and design review, installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and documentation of the system operation and maintenance manuals.
• Be involved in leading the collaboration with both internal and external parties in establishing system requirements and performance specifications, and handling user and/or public queries pertaining to systems under your charge as part of the project and maintenance management work scope.

What we are looking for:

• Knowledge in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in software development, AI/ML solutions, process design thinking and project management.
• Proficiency with software development methodologies including Agile and DevOps practices as well as CI/CD pipelines tools (GitLab CI, Github workflows, Jenkins), Containerisation Technologies and Microservices Architecture (eg. Docker, Kubernetes), Low‑Code Platforms (eg. OutSystems), and mastery of full‑stack development including Frontend, Backend and Databases is mandatory.
• Working knowledge in Agile Project Management Tools (eg. Jira, Azure DevOps), Cloud Computing Platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure) and ability to interpret and apply Government ICT Policies and Information Security Management Standards (IM8) Compliance will be advantageous.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in an agile development environment and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Possess initiative, resourcefulness as well as a keen interest in problem‑solving.
• Have strong sense of responsibility and analytical mind.