logo
MINDEF

Senior Engineer

MINDEF

Permanent

Closing on 14 Aug 2025

What the role is

You work on technically challenging problems in a “tech startup-like” environment that is similar to that of a modern tech company solving impactful problems for our Armed Forces.

What you will be working on

- Build and maintain relationships with our stakeholders and agencies and manage roadmaps for new and existing products - Work closely with users across the Services in the SAF to understand their needs and challenges - Design, develop, test, and maintain useful and scalable software applications across the stack - Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, supporting peers and driving innovation - Ensure adherence to software engineering best practices while delivering impactful solutions Challenge(s) - Keeping abreast of the latest digital developments, conceptualising the applicability of digital technology to the SAF to deliver high-impact improvements - Working closely 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, and/or Artificial Intelligence - At least 6 years of working experience in software development - Experience working on large-scale, high-availability software systems - Proficient in modern full-stack web application development, including front-end engineering - Passionate about engineering excellence and fostering a collaborative and team-oriented development approach - Strong interest in building technology for public good 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.