Senior Software Engineer

Sciente Pte.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sciente Pte. in Singapore seeks a Senior Software Engineer with 4+ years of experience to build scalable software, drive technical solutions, and collaborate with Agile teams to deliver secure, high-quality applications.

You will develop front-end and back-end services, APIs, and contribute to CI/CD, testing, and DevSecOps practices, while mentoring others and shaping engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in CS/IT/SE or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of software development experience.
• Proficient in TypeScript (Angular/React/Next.js), C#, or Java.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and OOP.
• Hands-on SQL databases (MSSQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle).
• Strong SDLC, secure coding and maintenance understanding.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum with ownership or leadership.
• Hands-on CI/CD, Git/GitHub, automated testing and code reviews.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Exposure to cloud platforms, IaC, and DevSecOps.
• Experience defining unit, integration, and end-to-end testing strategies.
• Knowledge of software architecture, systems design and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Build secure, scalable, high-quality software features aligned with sprint priorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams throughout the SDLC.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions and implementation plans.
• Develop and maintain front-end applications, back-end services, APIs, and components.
• Support POC and IOC initiatives.
• Write and maintain automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and IaC.
• Troubleshoot software issues, resolve defects, and provide post-deployment support.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Analyse existing applications and recommend scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions.
• Collaborate with architects, product managers, designers, and stakeholders on technical decisions.
• Estimate effort, identify technical risks, and contribute to successful project delivery.
• Mentor team members, lead assigned workstreams, and drive continuous improvement in engineering practices.

Skills

Software development experience

TypeScript

C#

Java

RESTful APIs

Microservices

OOP

SQL databases

SDLC

Agile/Scrum

CI/CD pipelines

Git/GitHub

Automated testing

Code reviews

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud / IaC / DevSecOps

Testing strategies

Software architecture

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field

Job description

We are looking for Senior Software Engineer with 4+ years of experience, responsible for building scalable software, driving technical solutions, and collaborating with Agile teams to deliver secure, high-quality applications.

Mandatory Skills

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent relevant experience);
• Minimum 4 years of software development experience;
• Proficiency in one or more technologies such as TypeScript (Angular/React/Next.js), C#, or Java;
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and object-oriented programming (OOP);
• Hands-on experience with SQL databases (MSSQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle);
• Strong understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), secure coding, and software maintenance;
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with technical ownership or leadership responsibilities;
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git/GitHub, automated testing, and code reviews;
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes;
• Exposure to cloud platforms, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and DevSecOps practices;
• Experience defining unit, integration, and end-to-end testing strategies;
• Knowledge of software architecture, systems design, and engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Build secure, scalable, and high-quality software features aligned with sprint priorities;
• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams throughout the software development lifecycle;
• Translate business requirements into practical technical solutions and implementation plans;
• Develop and maintain front-end applications, back-end services, APIs, and software components;
• Support Proof of Concept (POC) and Initial Operations Capability (IOC) initiatives;
• Write and maintain automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests;
• Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC);
• Troubleshoot software issues, resolve defects, and provide post-deployment support;
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices;
• Analyse existing applications and recommend scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions;
• Collaborate with architects, product managers, designers, and stakeholders on technical decisions;
• Estimate effort, identify technical risks, and contribute to successful project delivery;
• Mentor team members, lead assigned workstreams, and drive continuous improvement in engineering practices.

Confidentiality is assured, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interviews.