You tackle technically challenging problems in an agile, startup-like environment. In this role, you drive technical direction for engineering, build impactful products for MINDEF/SAF and develop competent software engineers.

Team Lead (Software Engineering)
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing on 05 Oct 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Develop scalable, high-quality software from end to end and designing, building, testing, and shipping features across the tech stack
- Collaborate across functions to scope problems and design software solutions that deliver impact
- Champion software engineering best practices through the provision of technical guidance and mentorship
- Foster a culture of collaboration, growth and learning
- Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to understand their needs and challenges
- Develop innovations in software and/or processes
Challenge(s)
- Managing different stakeholders while exploring cutting-edge technologies and adopting industry best practices in software engineering
What we are looking for
- At least 15 years of relevant working experience, at least 5 years of experience in software development
- Proficiency in modern full-stack web application development (TypeScript preferred): frontend (React), backend (Node.js), infrastructure (AWS), and DevOps
- Experience with secure software development, including Continuous Integration (CI)/ Continuous Delivery or Deployment (CD), version control (Git), Infrastructure as Code (Terraform IaC), and deploying applications to cloud environments
- Experience working on large-scale, highly available software systems
- Passion for engineering excellence and a collaborative, 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.
About your application process
This job is closing on 05 Oct 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.