Software Engineer (Big Data Processing)

Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An agency under Ministry of Defence seeks a software engineer to work on mission-critical data analytics systems that enhance Singapore's national security. You will design and implement scalable web-based applications and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high performance. Ideal candidates have a strong foundation in Object-Oriented and Functional Programming, with familiarity in modern technologies like Spring Boot, React, and Kubernetes. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced work culture.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Talented team

Modern technologies

Excellent engineering culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software engineering experience in web application stack (for senior position).
• Strong foundation in Object-Oriented and Functional Programming.
• Able to clearly communicate technical details.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop big data analytics systems, applications, and APIs.
• Work with product managers and stakeholders to meet business needs.
• Manage system performance and reliability.
• Explore emerging technologies and deliver proof-of-concepts.
• Architect scalable solutions and write maintainable code.
• Perform system health monitoring and support patches.

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming

Functional Programming

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Background in computer science or equivalent

Tools

Spring Boot

React

Elasticsearch

MongoDB

Oracle / PostgreSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka / Rabbit MQ

Job description

CSIT develops products to advance the national security interests of Singapore. We use our products in a wide range of use‑cases, including but not limited to Counter‑terrorism and Computer Network Defence. We are looking for talented software engineers to lead and build mission‑critical products that identify, analyse and investigate threats.

Role

• As a software engineer in a multi‑disciplinary team that is responsible for mission‑critical data analytics systems, you will contribute to the development of critical solutions related to national security. You create impact by designing, building, testing and deploying data‑intensive web‑based search applications that are scalable, extensible and maintainable. Join us to seize the opportunity to use cutting‑edge technologies to protect the nation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop internal flagship big data analytics systems, applications and APIs that allow engineers and analysts to retrieve, triage and analyse information more efficiently.
• Work with product managers, engineering managers and key stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions that meet our business needs.
• Manage enterprise system performance, reliability and sustainability through software quality control and optimisation of software products and technologies.
• Explore emerging technologies and deliver proof‑of‑concepts to the team and senior management.
• Work with the team or independently on the following:
• (1) Architect solutions that can scale efficiently
• (2) Write clean and maintainable code
• (3) Write unit, functional and end‑to‑end tests
• (4) Safely roll out mission‑critical products that impact hundreds of analysts
• (5) Identify system issues to provide timely resolution and recovery
• (6) Perform system health monitoring and support patches, assist in capacity planning and performance tuning

Requirements

• Background in computer science or equivalent.
• Candidates with 3+ years of software engineering experience in the entire web application stack will be considered for senior position.
• Strong foundation and knowledge of Object‑Oriented Programming and Functional Programming paradigms.
• Familiarity with the following technologies: Spring Boot, React, Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Oracle / PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka / Rabbit MQ.
• Able to communicate technical details effectively and clearly.
• Good interpersonal, analytical and problem‑solving skills to get things done in a dynamic environment.

Why join us?

• The work is purposeful and meaningful.
• You will get to work with talented and driven people.
• We work with modern technologies and tech stacks.
• We have excellent engineering culture and work‑life balance.
• We aspire for engineering and operational excellence.
• We empower to innovate.

As CSIT is an agency under the Ministry of Defence (Singapore), only Singapore Citizens will be considered.