Senior / Software Engineer (AI Programme)

GovTech Singapore; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GovTech Singapore is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to help build impactful public‑sector technology. You will work across the full technology stack to deliver robust, scalable solutions that are user‑focused and technically excellent.

You will design, develop, and maintain full‑stack applications, collaborating with product, UX and engineering teams to translate requirements into elegant technical solutions.

Qualifications

• Proficient in React with TypeScript and Node.js.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and AWS cloud services.
• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and agile practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust, scalable full‑stack applications.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX designers and engineers to translate requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑tested code across frontend, backend, and infra.
• Participate in architecture reviews and engineering best practices.
• Take ownership of features from conception through deployment and maintenance.

Skills

React (TypeScript)

Node.js

PostgreSQL

AWS cloud services

CI/CD pipelines

Agile development

Terraform

Tools

Terraform

Job description

GovTech is the lead agency driving Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government’s capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.

At GovTech, we offer you a purposeful career to make lives better where we empower our people to master their craft through robust learning and development opportunities all year round.

Play a part in Singapore’s vision to build a Smart Nation and embark on your meaningful journey to build tech for public good. Join us to advance our mission and shape your future with us today!

Learn more about GovTech at tech.gov.sg.

What you will be working on

As a Full Stack Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in building technology that makes a meaningful difference. You'll work across our entire technology stack to create solutions that are not only technically excellent but also user-focused and impactful

• Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure full-stack applications that serve real user needs
• Collaborate closely with product managers, UX designers, and fellow engineers to translate requirements into elegant technical solutions
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code across frontend, backend, and infrastructure layers
• Contribute to technical design discussions, architecture reviews, and engineering best practices
• Take ownership of features from conception through deployment and ongoing maintenance

What we are looking for

• We seek engineers who combine technical excellence with strong collaborative instincts—people who are excited to build meaningful products as part of a cohesive team.
• Strong experience with React (TypeScript), Node.js, PostgreSQL, and AWS cloud services
• Familiarity with Python for basic data analysis and Terraform for IaC
• Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI or similar) and modern development workflows
• Solid understanding of software architecture principles, system design, and building resilient distributed systems
• Experience working in Agile development environments with iterative delivery cycles
• Demonstrated ability to tackle complex, abstract programming challenges with creative solutions
• Experience making technical decisions that balance performance, maintainability, and business requirements
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Self-motivated problem-solver who proactively identifies opportunities for improvement
• Takes full ownership of deliverables and follows through on commitments
• Demonstrates reliability and trustworthiness in high-stakes environments
• Genuinely invested in team success and project outcomes beyond individual contributions
• Keen interest in generative AI and the online trust and safety space would be an added bonu

What we offer you:

GovTech is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse voices and perspectives, as we believe that diversity is the foundation to innovation.

Our employee benefits are based on a total rewards approach, offering a holistic and market-competitive suite of perks. These include leave benefits to meet your work-life needs and employee wellness programs.

We champion flexible work arrangements (subject to your job role) and trust that you will manage your own time to deliver your best, wherever you are, and whatever works best for you.

Learn more about life inside GovTech at go.gov.sg/GovTechCareers.

Stay connected with us on social media at go.gov.sg/ConnectWithGovTech