Principal Engineer, Data Engineering, xData

Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX); Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A national security agency in Singapore seeks a Principal Engineer (Data Engineering) to lead the delivery of enterprise-level data projects. The role requires a Master's Degree in Computer Science and at least 10 years of relevant experience, including data architecture and governance. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. This position is on a two-year contract with potential for permanent tenure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience including 1 year in a leadership position.
• Familiar with AI and MLOps would be advantageous.
• Able to work independently and as a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead in architecting and delivery of enterprise-level data projects.
• Design data platforms/projects for accessibility and usability.
• Review all enterprise Data Management policies for completeness.

Skills

Data architecture

Data modeling

Database design

Data warehousing

ETL/ELT

Business intelligence technologies

AI knowledge

MLOps knowledge

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Job description

What the role is:

Principal Engineer (Data Engineering) is responsible to lead in the architecting, solutioning and delivery of enterprise level data projects and products (with heterogenous data sources). This role shall define how data would be stored, consumed, integrated and managed by different data entities and IT Systems.

What you will be working on:

The jobholder shall transform and support Home Team Operations and leapfrog MHA’s overall sense making and data engineering capabilities that includes:a. Data management initiatives to facilitate secured data usage within MHA, and secured data sharing amongst HTDs and across to WOG partnering agencies;b. Data platform/project design and architecting to facilitate the accessibility and usability of the data across MHA;c. Data projects and products, compliant with data governance, to enable HTDs to use data to achieve their mission;d. Review all enterprise Data Management and HTDs (including Data Governance) policies and tenders to ensure completeness and comprehensiveness with data accuracy, integrity security and privacy; ande. Work with stakeholders to resolve and overcome any programme and project department challenges and conflicts.f. Contribute to Project Risk Assessment from solutions, technological and architecture standpoints;g. Understand the latest technology trends (TRL 4 to 7), established framework for technology evaluation on functionality and technicality of the technology.The job-holder is also required to work across the different pillars and or be the subject matter expert for HTX and HTDs’ flagship projects within the Enterprise Group and different units within and outside of HTX, such as other Programme Management Centres (PMCs), Centre of Experts (COE), Plans, Capability Sustainment, Home Team Departments (HTDs), Whole of Government (WOG) and industry partners.

What we are looking for:

- Master’s Degree/Degree in Computer Science/ Information Technology or relevant disciplines.- Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience including a minimum of 1 years in a leadership position.- Experience in data architecture, data modeling, and database design.- Knowledge of data warehousing, ETL/ELT, and business intelligence technologies.- Familiar with AI and MLOps would be advantageous- Strong interest in technologies and innovation, particularly in data & analytics solutions and data management.- Able to work independently and as a team.- Facilitation skills, planning skills, strong analytical, problem-solving skills, organizing capabilities and foresight to drive projects.- Good interpersonal and communications skills for internal/external stakeholders engagement.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.#LI-NL1

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.