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MINDEF

Software Engineer

MINDEF

Permanent

Closing on 06 Apr 2025

What the role is

You collaborate with users across the different services of the SAF to understand their needs and challenges, developing software solutions that address them. On this, you work in teams to design, develop, test and maintain software applications across the stack.

What you will be working on

- Collaborate with users across all four services of the SAF to understand their unique needs and challenges and develop software solutions that address them - Work effectively in a team that designs, develops, tests, and maintains useful software applications across the stack - Uphold software engineering best practices - Support your peers, and foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment where everyone can grow and make a difference Challenge(s) - Upholding software engineering best practices while staying current with latest digital developments - Working with multiple stakeholders to develop digital tools that balance security, stability and performance needs

What we are looking for

- Education in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT, Data Science, Data Analytics, or Artificial Intelligence - Strong foundation in software development and engineering practices - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills - Strong collaborative mindset and team-oriented approach (Applicants with no experience may apply.) Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MINDEF

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor. The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.