Senior Telecom Tech & Programme Architect

Singtel Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Singtel in Singapore is building an AI-first telco for the future—connecting people, businesses and communities through trusted networks and next-generation technology. You’ll contribute to a purpose-driven environment that enables meaningful, AI-enabled solutions across the globe.

Join our Group CTO Office to drive network cost leadership, benchmarking and programme oversight, while supporting RFPs, tenders and regional collaboration across Singtel Group, OpCos and Associates.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in telecommunications, network technology, programme management, technology strategy or commercial management.
• In depth technical knowledge of telecommunications networks including RAN, Core, Transport and Fixed Broadband.
• Experience in network planning, technology solutions, vendor management or network investment. Strong understanding of network products, vendor solutions and technology roadmaps
• Experience in technical and commercial RFP/tender evaluation.
• Knowledge of price benchmarking, cost modelling and TCO analysis is as advantage.
• Understanding of network Capex/Opex drivers and investment optimization.
• Programme and project management capabilities. Experience coordinating cross-functional or strategic technology programmes is an advantage.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset and self-starter. Capable of working independently, taking a hands-on approach, and demonstrating flexibility in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in producing and delivering presentations and analysis reports, with excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Engineering degree in Electrical & Electronics, or Telecommunication or in related field. Professional certifications is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Leverage Group scale and synergies to achieve competitive cost positions and sustainable network cost leadership across Singtel Group, OpCos and Associates.
• Conduct regional price benchmarking, cost analysis and vendor commercial assessments across key network domains including RAN, Core, Transport, Fixed Broadband, etc.
• Support Singtel Group, OpCo and Associate RFPs, tenders, contract renewals and annual price reviews, including technical and commercial evaluation.
• Identify pricing gaps, cost drivers and optimization opportunities, and provide fact-based inputs to procurement and vendor negotiations.
• Maintain and enhance regional benchmarking methodologies, price databases and cost models to support investment and procurement decisions.
• Track and quantify network cost savings and optimization benefits achieved across the Group.
• Establish and share best practices, commercial insights and product knowledge to improve future network investments and protect Group interests.
• Support Programme Office oversight of key technology investments, programmes and strategic GCTO initiatives.
• Support regional collaboration through a technical working group and key initiatives for Singtel Group & Associates
• Maintain the GTN portfolio on strategic programmes and GTN work plans across OpCo and Associates, track and consolidate programme status for GCTO reporting.
• Facilitate Group-OpCo Technology synergy meetings, track and follow through the action plans.
• Work effectively in a multi-cultural environment with diverse teams and coordinate with various stakeholders for technology workshop, forums, Regional CTO engagement and key technical initiatives.
• Support technology benchmarking, products and vendor roadmaps and evaluate their potential relevance to OpCo and Associates technology strategies.
• Collaborate with vendors, telecom operators, industry alliances, GSMA, TM Forum and technology partners to identify new capabilities and best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Multicultural teamwork

Education

Engineering degree in Electrical & Electronics or Telecommunication

Job description

Singtel in Singapore is building an AI-first telco for the future—connecting people, businesses and communities through trusted networks and next-generation technology. You’ll contribute to a purpose-driven environment that enables meaningful, AI-enabled solutions across the globe.

Join our Group CTO Office to drive network cost leadership, benchmarking and programme oversight, while supporting RFPs, tenders and regional collaboration across Singtel Group, OpCos and Associates.