Senior Manager (AI Engineer) (Future Capabilities)

Building and Construction Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Building and Construction Authority in Singapore seeks an experienced AI/ML product leader to oversee end-to-end delivery of cutting-edge AI/ML solutions, from conception to deployment, with a strong focus on governance and security.

You will work with data scientists, engineers, and product owners, translating requirements into roadmaps, documenting workflows, and ensuring responsible AI practices aligned with Singapore Government standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or related field in data science/AI/ML.
• Proven experience building products using modern AI/ML frameworks and tools (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face).
• Familiarity with AI orchestration frameworks (e.g., Langchain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI).
• Experience delivering AI/ML products or projects.
• Strong understanding of ML algorithms, data structures and software development principles.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and deploy AI/ML solutions to solve business problems.
• Apply machine learning algorithms and understand trade-offs for data problems.
• Define tools for product development and advise on deployment environments.
• Explain technical decisions to cross-functional teams.
• Implement safeguards for AI-generated content.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders to define roadmaps.
• Document workflows and maintain reproducibility of AI pipelines.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore Government security and data governance standards.

Skills

AI/ML product management

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Data Science/AI

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Hugging Face

Langchain

LlamaIndex

CrewAI

Job description

What the role is:

Candidate will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of cutting-edge artificial intelligence and machine learning products from conception to deployment. This role requires a unique blend of proven technical expertise, a deep understanding of AI/ML technologies and their practical applications, and product management skills.

What you will be working on:

• Define, develop, and deploy AI/ML solutions to solve business problems, including translating complex AI/ML concepts and requirements into detailed project plans.
• Apply appropriate machine learning algorithms (supervised or unsupervised learning) and understand trade-offs to any data problem.
• Define tools required for a product development and provide advice to organisation on suitable development environments/tools to deploy.
• Analyse the engineering trade-offs and choices, and articulate technical decision to the rest of the team to help them understand.
• Implement safeguards and controls for AI-generated content.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, engineers, product owners, and stakeholders, to define product requirements and roadmaps.
• Document workflows and maintain reproducibility of AI pipelines.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore Government security and data governance standards.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field in data science/ML/AI.
• Proven experience in developing products using modern AI/ML frameworks and tools (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face), including latest GenAI tools.
• Familiarity with AI orchestration frameworks (e.g., Langchain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI).
• Proven experience in managing the delivery of AI/ML products or projects.
• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, data structures, and software development principles (including frontend and backend), Retrieval-Augmented Generation, and agentic AI.
• Knowledge of responsible AI principles and ethical considerations
• Pass the online technical assessment administered by the Government Technology Agency’s Digital Academy and submit the official results to BCA as part of the recruitment process.
• Strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• PMP, Agile, Scrum, or similar certifications are a plus.

Personal Attributes

• A passion for AI/ML technology and its potential to transform businesses.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to anticipate needs and challenges.
• A commitment to continuous learning and development in the field of AI/ML.
• High level of personal integrity and the ability to professionally handle confidential matters.

About Building and Construction Authority

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) is an agency under the Ministry of National Development, whose mission is to shape a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment. As the lead public agency, we champion transforming Singapore into a future-ready built environment.Our people set us apart as we champion the development of a future-ready built environment for Singapore. Our people’s commitment to regulating building safety, leading and transforming the built environment and the industry, helps us to build a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment.Join us in our journey to transform the way we shape Singapore’s landscape.Impactful: Champion an inclusive and sustainable built environment for people of all ages, abilities and needs.Transformational: Lead the transformation of the built environment sector to deliver a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment.Forward-Looking: Shape the landscape to prepare for the future of Singapore, rally the built environment sector to achieve far-reaching goals that reach beyond today and improve the living environment for Singaporeans from all walks of life.