You will leverage data modelling and engineering techniques, statistics, data technologies and cloud computing platforms to develop integrated, innovative data-driven solutions which will support and advance EMA's core work and strategic goals against the backdrop of an evolving energy landscape. You will architect the backbone of Singapore's energy data ecosystem and leverage distributed computing frameworks (Spark) and cloud-native services to build robust data lakes and real-time streaming analytics.
Energy Market Authority
Data Engineer (Data and Analytics Department)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 18 Apr 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
The key responsibilities of the officer include:
- Design, build, deploy, manage and maintain end-to-end data processes, data products and related solutions such as AI/ML models and simulation models; on a variety of data platforms on the Government Commercial Cloud as well as on-premise setups;
- Perform project management and product owner activities for the development, testing and maintenance of enterprise data systems such as data lakes, analytics platforms and AI platforms according to the Agile methodology;
- Develop and implement scalable and reliable Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) processes for the ingestion and integration of large, structured and unstructured data from a variety of data sources. This includes systems that are on-premise and cloud platforms;
- Develop and maintain robust data quality processes, data management frameworks and implement data governance policies to meet compliance and governance requirements. Conduct regular data quality audits and generate reports on these for management and senior stakeholders; and
- Working with business users, project teams, government agencies, international organizations and industry partners to explore new AI/ML and data technologies, tools and techniques in the energy sector; and identify new deployable solutions to support and advance EMA's core work and strategic goals.
What we are looking for
Requirements
- Education in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, or other related disciplines with substantial quantitative content.
- Relevant working experience, especially in handling data engineering, data management, data analytics or ML projects; as well as strong knowledge of data/cloud technologies.
- A strong foundation in data modeling techniques and data architecting for optimized analytical querying is required.
- Experience with AWS/Azure data related services (e.g., S3/Blob Storage, Lambda/Functions, Glue/Data Factory, and Redshift/Synapse) will be advantageous.
- Fresh graduates are also welcome to apply.
- Demonstrable experience in leveraging data/ML techniques such as data mining, data engineering, machine learning, natural language processing, etc.
- Demonstrable experience in programming languages like SAS, R, Python, Java, or Scala for data science and/or data processing applications.
- Knowledge/experience in working with Gen AI technologies such as LLM models would be an advantage.
- Excellent analytical, coordination and communication (written and verbal) skills are critical for this position.
- Applicants must possess an independent problem-solving mindset with a strong desire to find innovative and 'out of the box' solutions to problems.
- Applicants must possess strong interpersonal skills to engage, collaborate, build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- Applicant must be a committed team player, with a strong interest to shape Singapore's energy landscape and public service.
About your application process
This job is closing on 18 Apr 2026.
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 Energy Market Authority or the wider Public Service.
About Energy Market Authority
The Energy Market Authority (EMA) is statutory board under the Singapore Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI). Through our work, we seek to build a clean energy future that is resilient, sustainable and competitive. We aim to ensure a reliable and secure energy supply, promote effective competition in the energy market and develop a dynamic energy sector in Singapore.
At EMA, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, continuous learning and employee well-being. Joining us means embarking on a meaningful career where you will be part of a transformative journey towards a clean energy future, experiencing a unique adventure of discovery and growth.
We empower our people to drive innovation at every level Our open culture encourages teams to embrace diverse perspectives, enabling you to push beyond the status quo We are committed to energising your growth through ample opportunities for skill development. helping you become an expert in your field and a valuable asset to the energy industry.
You also stand to enjoy a comprehensive suite of benefits which are designed to meet your needs and prioritise your holistic well-being.
Visit: www.ema.gov.sg for more information.
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