Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies
Software Engineer (Network Systems)
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Design, develop, test, deploy and maintain scalable, robust software that processes and distributes large volumes of data. Prototype new products, work with product managers and stakeholders, and troubleshoot system issues to meet evolving operational requirements.
CSIT develops systems to advance the national security interests of Singapore. Our systems are used in a wide range of operations, including but not limited to, real-time distributed processing and high speed data pipeline. We are looking for talented engineers to build mission-critical systems that deliver a huge amount of information in a timely manner.
As a software engineer in the Network Systems group, you will work on solutions that are crucial to the national security interests of Singapore. Your solutions will help process and distribute useful information from large volumes of data. You will participate in designing and building scalable and robust systems that interact with and control various network equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and prototype new products that enhance existing capabilities or provide new opportunities
- Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and improve software solutions in accordance with best practices
- Work with the product manager, software engineers and stakeholders to build systems that continues to meet evolving operational requirements
Requirements (Minimum Qualifications)
- Background in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience
- Proficient in Python, JavaScript, Go or Java
- Minimum 1 year of experience in web application development
- Familiarity with message brokers and REST API design and good understanding of microservices architecture
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in analysing and resolving system issues
- Able to work independently while also effectively collaborating in a team environment to achieve shared goals
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in DevOps (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, Gitlab) and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)
- Familiarity with networking equipment (e.g. switches and routers) and protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, DNS)
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies, including sprint planning, backlog maintenance and progress tracking via project management tools (e.g. Jira)
As CSIT is an agency under the Ministry of Defence (Singapore), only Singapore Citizens will be considered.
Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies Singapore Office
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