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Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX)

Engineer / Lead Engineer, Tech Management

Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX)

Fixed Terms

Closing on 30 Nov 2024

What the role is

HTX is the world’s first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally-ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore’s frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team’s advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth. We are looking for aspiring candidates with an interest in technology management in the Sense-making & Surveillance (S&S) domain. He/ She will be part of a dynamic team that will collaborate with both internal and external key stakeholders in the development and delivery of innovative and novel S&S solutions, to enhance the operational effectiveness of the Home Team.

What you will be working on

The Engineer / Lead Engineer, Tech Management plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between technology and Home Team Department (HTD) users’ needs. He/she will be responsible for the following: Identify emerging technologies and market trends to devise project roadmap Collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders to define project strategies that support Home Team objectives. This includes assessing internal and market capabilities, dissect and compartmentalise scope of works to be undertaken by each stakeholder, strategise, and recommend co-development implementation approach to achieve project and product outcomes Conceptualise the project, develop the business case and prepare the budgetary papers for approval Navigate procurement challenges to enable agile execution and iterative delivery of S&S solution and systems in a quick and efficient manner Translate business requirements into technical specifications, system design documents, technical interface agreements, various test plans (user acceptance, on site acceptance, etc.) and test reports. Understand and navigate along the various prevailing policies and security guidelines and to ensure the system and processes are designed to comply with these policies and guidelines. Identify tech risks and implications to the project, and to recommend mitigating measures accordingly. Monitor project challenges, response proactively to remove roadblocks and demonstrate agility to keep projects and products on track for iterative deliveries Conceptualize and design testing methodologies and plans to assess, validate and benchmark analytics-related technology. Manage vendor/s to develop and deliver the solution/system, whereby the performance of the solution/system meets user expectations. Manage contractual and payment matters affecting the projects and ensure that systems are operating according to service level agreements. Candidates who have product management knowledge, or have worked with product development teams, or are open to learning about product management will be highly preferred

What we are looking for

Tertiary qualification in Information Technology/Computer Science/Engineering or relevant disciplines. At least 2-5 years of relevant working experience. Good analytical, interpersonal, communications, presentation and facilitation skills. Strong writing skills, preferably with experience in drafting papers for requirements/budget approval. Candidates will be required to submit an essay as part of the selection process. Competent, self-motivated, pro-active, dedicated and responsible self-starter. Demonstrate keen interest in keeping up with technology through regular certifications, taking up courses and wide readings on technology matters. Experience in handling application digital solutions, preferably involving Cloud, Design Thinking, Data Analytics or Product-Centric Development. Experience in tender bids, calls, evaluations or presentations. Project Management-related certifications such as CITPM, COMIT or PMP. Preferable possess agile-related certification such as Certified Scrum Master or Certified Scrum Product Owner *** All new hires are appointed on a two-year contract in the first instance and will be assessed and considered for permanent tenure over time, based on performance. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. All applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks upon closing of the advertisement.

About Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX)

HTX is the world’s first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally-ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore’s frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team’s advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth.