Software Lead

UPPER SPRING CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology and engineering consultancy in Singapore is seeking an experienced Software Lead to drive the delivery of secure, scalable digital solutions in the public sector. This position involves leading a team, designing fullstack systems, and ensuring alignment with cloud best practices. The ideal candidate should have over 6 years of development experience, strong API design skills, and a passion for mentoring others in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of hands-on development experience, including 2-3 years leading software teams/projects.
• Proven expertise in designing and developing RESTful APIs.
• Solid knowledge of secure coding practices and experience in DevSecOps toolchains.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of developers to deliver high-impact digital solutions.
• Architect and design fullstack systems focusing on scalability and performance.
• Champion secure coding practices and oversee CI/CD pipeline setup.

Skills

Fullstack development

API development

DevSecOps

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Agile methodologies

Leadership

Job description

We are representing our client in the global technology and engineering sector to look for an experienced Software Lead. This role is crucial in driving the end-to-end delivery of secure, scalable, and high-quality digital solutions in the public sector. This role is ideal for experienced technologists who are not only skilled in fullstack development and system design but also passionate about guiding others and driving meaningful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of developers to deliver high-impact digital solutions.
• Architect and design fullstack systems with a focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Develop and review robust APIs, ensuring they meet security and performance standards.
• Champion secure coding practices and DevSecOps principles throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Oversee CI/CD pipeline setup and ensure quality assurance integration within DevSecOps workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business analysts, UI/UX designers, and infrastructure engineers.
• Ensure alignment with cloud best practices (AWS or Azure) for deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Deliver systems that integrate with government authentication mechanisms (e.g., Singpass, Corppass) and adhere to public sector compliance standards.
• Support project planning, estimation, and risk management.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of hands-on development experience, with a at least 2–3 years leading software teams/projects.
• Strong proficiency in fullstack development (frontend and backend).
• Proven expertise in designing and developing RESTful APIs.
• Solid knowledge of secure coding practices and experience in DevSecOps toolchains.
• Proficient in cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Experience delivering systems for the government sector, especially those involving integration with government authentication services.
• Familiar with agile delivery methodologies.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.