Software Engineer, People's Association

GovTech is the lead agency driving Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government’s capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.

At GovTech, we offer you a purposeful career to make lives better where we empower our people to master their craft through robust learning and development opportunities all year round.

Play a part in Singapore’s vision to build a Smart Nation and embark on your meaningful journey to build tech for public good. Join us to advance our mission and shape your future with us today!

Learn more about GovTech at tech.gov.sg.

[What you will be working on]

As a Software Engineer (II) at GovTech, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining innovative digital solutions that enhance public service delivery for citizens and businesses in Singapore. You will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, working within agile teams to build robust, scalable, and secure applications.

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality software applications and systems across various platforms.

• Collaborate with product managers, UX/UI designers, and other engineers to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established coding standards and best practices.

• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring code quality.

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and issues in a timely manner.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes and tools.

• Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their applicability to GovTech's initiatives.

• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge within the team.

• Ensure the security, reliability, and performance of developed applications.

[What we are looking for]

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.

• 2-4 years of experience in software development.

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.

• Experience with front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and/or back-end frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Node.js).

• Familiarity with database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).

• Understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Have a demonstrated ability to build software - Prior work and personal projects count for much more than specific degrees.

• Write code to solve abstract programming problems - Clear thinking, the ability to debug, and understanding the limits of an approach matter much more than getting the “correct” answer.

• Talk and reason about code with other engineers - We work as a team, so you need to be able to not just solve problems, but have other people understand your solutions.

• Take initiative to make things happen - Our job is to push for change in government, so we need to challenge the status quo and not wait for instruction.

• Want to work for the public good - We are public servants; we serve the public. This sometimes means ignoring political pressures and misguided policies. We need people who will push back if something is not in public interest.
  This role will start off on a 2 year direct contract

What we offer you:

GovTech is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse voices and perspectives, as we believe that diversity is the foundation to innovation.

Our employee benefits are based on a total rewards approach, offering a holistic and market-competitive suite of perks. These include leave benefits to meet your work-life needs and employee wellness programs.

We champion flexible work arrangements (subject to your job role) and trust that you will manage your own time to deliver your best, wherever you are, and whatever works best for you.

Learn more about life inside GovTech at go.gov.sg/GovTechCareers.
Stay connected with us on social media at go.gov.sg/ConnectWithGovTech