You support the operationalisation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF), working closely with various stakeholders to develop and establish AI processes and architecture within the organisation.
Assistant Director (AI Capabilities Development)
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing on 05 Sep 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Develop and establish AI processes and architecture within the SAF
- Design training and development programmes
- Build and maintain relationships with internal and external partners
- Establish AI processes and collaborations
Challenge(s)
- Understanding and applying AI/Machine Learning (ML) and languages like Python
- Working with complex data structures and algorithms
- Staying up-to-date with rapidly evolving AI/ML technologies
- Applying deep understanding of AI/ML to SAF's specific needs and contexts
What we are looking for
- Education in quantitative, scientific and technology disciplines such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science and Analytics
- At least 8 years of relevant digital working experience, preferably in a leadership role
- Deep understanding of AI/ML (supervised and unsupervised learning, neural networks, deep learning)
- Hands-on experience with current AI tools like TensorFlow and PyTorch
- Strong leadership traits
- Good planning abilities
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and work under stressful environments
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.
About your application process
This job is closing on 05 Sep 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within MINDEF or the wider Public Service.