Technical Lead / Manager Physical Security Systems

anchor search group pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

anchor search group pte. ltd. in Singapore seeks a Senior Software Engineering Leader to guide a team through design, development, and maintenance of software applications.

You will be the technical point of contact, shaping the architecture and ensuring successful delivery while aligning with business goals and security requirements. You will mentor junior engineers, drive code quality, and coordinate with stakeholders to manage requirements, milestones, and risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development.
• Experience integrating physical security systems (Facial Recognition, Video Analytics, VMS, Intrusion, Access Control, CCTV).
• Strong proficiency in programming languages (e.g., .NET, Java, Python, JavaScript).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with SDLC and current industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers in design, development, and maintenance of software applications.
• Act as primary technical contact, guiding direction and ensuring delivery.
• Bridge communication between development team and stakeholders.
• Set technical vision and make architectural decisions.
• Oversee development, troubleshoot complex issues, and provide guidance.
• Ensure code quality through reviews, guidelines, and testing frameworks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, manage schedules and deadlines.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Perform functional and security audits to drive improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

.NET

Java

Python

JavaScript

Job description

Summary

• Lead a team of software engineers in the design, development, and maintenance of software applications.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact, guiding the team's technical direction and ensuring successful project delivery.
• Bridge the communication gap between the development team and stakeholders, such as management and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Set the technical vision and make key architectural decisions.
• Select appropriate technologies and ensure the technical solution aligns with business goals like scalability and security.
• Oversee the development process, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and provide technical guidance.
• Ensure code quality through reviews, guidelines, and testing frameworks.

Project Management

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements.
• Develop work schedules, milestones, and deadlines.
• Delegate tasks, monitor progress, and report on project status to stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks to prevent delays.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and coach junior developers, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Provide regular feedback and support to help team members develop their skills.
• Motivate the team to achieve excellence and high-quality outcomes.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure the final software meets the highest quality standards and client expectations.
• Perform functional and security audits to recommend improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Significant experience in software development, often 8+ years.
• Experience in integrating physical security systems (Facial Recognition systems, Video Analytics, VMS, Intrusion detection, Access Control, CCTV, etc)
• Strong proficiency in relevant programming languages (e.g., .Net, Java, Python, JavaScript).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with the entire software development lifecycle and latest industry trends.