Systems Engineer (Backend Infrastructure)

[What the role is]

GovTech is the lead agency driving Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government’s capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.

At GovTech, we offer you a purposeful career to make lives better where we empower our people to master their craft through robust learning and development opportunities all year round.

Play a part in Singapore’s vision to build a Smart Nation and embark on your meaningful journey to build tech for public good. Join us to advance our mission and shape your future with us today!

Learn more about GovTech at tech.gov.sg.

[What you will be working on]

This role will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust IoT/OT and application infrastructure that enables near real-time environmental monitoring, data pipelines and applications. This includes integrating diverse sensor networks, ensuring reliable data collection and processing, and creating scalable solutions that support NEA's environmental protection objectives. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver systems that enhance Singapore's environmental monitoring and incident response capabilities.

• Collaborate, implement and maintain IoT systems to deliver seamless integration between sensor edge and backend systems using relevant protocol (e.g. MQTT, RabbitMQ, CoAP, etc.)

• Perform system integration testing and validation

• Develop, and deploy backend cloud services in both serverless and serverful architecture

• Manage and update infrastructure and oversee the management and maintenance of backend resources

• Set up secure role-based access controls

• Set up system monitoring and alerts, with notifications via short messaging or email to monitor backend services

• Perform infrastructure-as-code maintenance and develop new features to enhance functionalities, productivity and security

• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues as they arise to ensure system reliability

• Enhance system performance for speed, scalability, and cost-effectiveness

• Apply cybersecurity measures and ensure data protection

• Communicate effectively with managers and stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives

• Engage with end users to gather feedback and ensure systems delivered meet user needs

[What we are looking for]

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical and electronics engineering or equivalent

• At least 3 years of development, implementation and/or maintenance of IoT systems cloud infrastructure in production environment

• Experience in deployment and maintenance of IoT systems would be an advantage, including AWS IoT Core, edge computing and embedded systems integration with cloud infrastructure

• Proficient in Infrastructure-as-code tool such as Terraform etc.

• Good working knowledge of DevOps in hybrid cloud setup

• Strong technical aptitude, including excellent troubleshooting and communications skills

• Strong interest in emerging IoT and OT, geospatial and AI technologies, with the ability to proactively and independently acquire technical skills through on-the-job exposure

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and complex work environment

• Relevant certification in cloud technologies and/or systems engineering would be an advantage

GovTech is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse voices and perspectives, as we believe it is key to innovation. 

Our employee benefits are based on a total rewards approach, offering a holistic and market-competitive suite of perks.

  

We champion flexible work arrangements (subject to your job role) and trust you to manage your time to deliver your best.

Learn more about life inside GovTech at go.gov.sg/GovTechCareers

Our employee benefits are based on a total rewards approach, offering a holistic and market-competitive suite of perks.

  

We champion flexible work arrangements (subject to your job role) and trust you to manage your time to deliver your best.

Learn more about life inside GovTech at go.gov.sg/GovTechCareers