Software Engineering, Ministry of Education (Data Programme)
GovTech Singapore
Salary undisclosed
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Description
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 on DXD’s Data Programme, you will architect and develop infrastructure to support modern data science and machine learning applications. You will also partner actively with policy and business divisions to support MOE-wide digital transformation efforts through the use of Data and AI methods. You will be expected to:
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Take full ownership of end-to-end data systems and architecture development, integrating databases, backend services, DevOps and cloud infrastructure as required to achieve organisational objectives
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Develop data systems and supporting infrastructure, including database administration, ETL pipelining, and analytics tools for use cases across the MOE ecosystem
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Develop infrastructure and applications in accordance with modern cloud technology, ensuring reusability, scalability and security
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Work cross-functionally with Product Managers, Data Scientists and Users with a strong sense of ownership to ensure that products developed meet user needs
[What we are looking for]
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Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
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Experience with full-stack development on modern cloud platforms with care for reusability, scalability and security considerations
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Experience with data systems and architecture development, including data pipelining and database administration, data lakes and warehouses, and analytics and ML tools
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Experience developing data science and machine learning applications
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Strong communication and collaboration skills
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Experience with frontend development is a plus
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Passion towards working for public good with interest in the education domain in particular
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
Benefits
- professional development
About this role
GovTech's Digital Excellence & Products Division within the Ministry of Education is building data infrastructure to power the education sector's digital transformation. In this Software Engineering role, you would own end-to-end data systems and architecture—spanning databases, backend services, DevOps, and cloud infrastructure—while partnering with policy teams, product managers, and data scientists to translate MOE's data and AI ambitions into working platforms.
The work sits at the intersection of technology and education policy. You'd develop data pipelines, manage databases and analytics tools, and build scalable cloud applications that serve real users across MOE. This requires full-stack capability on modern cloud platforms, hands-on experience with data architecture and ML tooling, and the ability to communicate across technical and non-technical stakeholders. Frontend experience is valued but not required.
You'll need a degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or equivalent experience, plus a track record building data systems with attention to scalability and security. The role is in-office in Singapore and suits someone drawn to public sector work, particularly in education, who wants to combine technical depth with tangible impact on how government serves citizens.
Pay for this role
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