Senior Software Engineer - DIS

Republic Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Polytechnic is looking for a leader to develop innovative digital solutions for the Singapore Armed Forces at the Digital Ops-Tech Centre. You will lead in software engineering within a "tech startup-like" environment, focusing on collaborative development and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Computer Science or related fields and has over 6 years of experience in developing large-scale software systems. A strong sense of purpose in building technology for public good is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of software development experience.
• Experience with large-scale software systems.
• Strong interest in technology for public good.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of digital solutions for the SAF.
• Manage roadmaps for digital products.
• Design and maintain scalable software applications.

Skills

Full-stack web application development

Software engineering best practices

Stakeholder management

Collaborative team environment

Innovation in digital solutions

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related

Job description

What the role is:

You lead the development of meaningful digital solutions in a \"tech startup-like\" environment at the Digital Ops-Tech Centre (DOTC) for the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). The Digital Ops-Tech Centre (DOTC) is a newly established unit within the Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS) that explores cutting-edge technologies and adopts industry best practices in software engineering to enhance the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF)’s operational capabilities through innovative digital solutions.

What you will be working on:

• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and agencies
• Manage roadmaps for new and existing digital products
• Understand the operational needs and challenges of users across the Services in the SAF
• Design, develop, test, and maintain useful and scalable software applications across the full technology stack
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment to support peers and drive innovation
• Ensure adherence to software engineering best practices whilst delivering impactful solutions
• Keeping abreast of the latest digital developments and conceptualising the applicability of emerging digital technology to the SAF to deliver high-impact improvements
• Working closely with multiple stakeholders to develop digital tools that balance security, stability, and performance needs in a complex operational environment

What we are looking for:

• Education in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science, Data Analytics, and/or Artificial Intelligence
• At least 6 years of working experience in software development with experience working on large-scale software systems
• Proficient in modern full-stack web application development
• Passionate about engineering excellence and fostering a collaborative and team-oriented development approach
• Strong interest in building technology for public good