Research Engineer (6-month contract or contract till 31 August 2026), SCIS

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Singapore is seeking a researcher to conduct web GUI testing and code generation research. The candidate will collect data on UI issues resulting from AI-generated code and work collaboratively on solutions. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science and 3 years of relevant experience are required. Strong programming skills in Python and Java are a plus, as well as experience with large language models in software development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Generous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in programming, software engineering, or machine learning.
• Hands-on experience with large language models and code generation workflows.
• Proficiency in Python and Java is a plus.
• Familiarity with web, Android, and iOS development.
• Experience with GUI testing is beneficial.
• Hands-on experience with large language models is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on web GUI testing and code generation.
• Collect data for UI issues caused by AI-generated code.
• Analyze issues and propose potential solutions.
• Explore UI testing methods for AI-generated code.

Skills

Programming in Python

Programming in Java

GUI testing

Machine learning

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

Java

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Singapore Management University is a place where high-level professionalism blends together with a healthy informality. The 'family-like' atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together - building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Our commitment to attract and retain talent is ongoing. We offer attractive benefits and welfare, competitive compensation packages, and generous professional development opportunities - all to meet the work-life needs of our staff. No wonder, then, that SMU continues to be given numerous awards and recognition for its human resource excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The candidate will conduct research on web GUI testing and code generation as part of an active research team led by Prof. HUO Yintong at SCIS, Singapore Management University.

Core responsibilities:

• Collecting data for UI issues caused by AI-generated code.
• Analyze the issues and proposed potential solutions.
• Explore new UI testing methods / metrics for AI generated code.
• Other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cyber Security, or a related field from an institution.
• Minimum 3 years of experience related to programming, software engineering, or machine learning.
• Proficiency in programming software/languages such as Python and Java will be positively considered.
• Familiarity with framework-based development across Web, Android, and iOS.
• Sufficient working knowledge of GUI testing; candidates with hands‑on GUI testing experience will be positively considered.
• Hands‑on experience with large language models (LLMs) and their application to code generation workflows is required.
• Good analytical, technical and problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑motivated individual who can work independently and also collaboratively with team members.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Singapore Management University.