Senior Software Engineer (Big Data Processing)
Summary
Build and lead mission-critical data analytics systems for national security using Java/Kotlin, Spring Boot, React, and AI-assisted tools to process and analyze threat intelligence at scale.
CSIT develops products to advance the national security interests of Singapore. We use our products in a wide range of use‑cases, including Counter‑terrorism and Computer Network Defence. We are looking for talented software engineers to lead and build mission‑critical products that identify, analyse and investigate threats.
As a senior software engineer in a multi‑disciplinary team that is responsible for mission‑critical data analytics systems, you will guide and contribute to the development of critical solutions related to national security. You are expected to possess strong technical proficiency and create impact by designing, building, testing and deploying data‑intensive web‑based analytics applications that are scalable, extensible and maintainable. Join us to seize the opportunity to use cutting‑edge technologies to protect the nation.
Responsibilities
Design and develop internal flagship data analytics systems, applications and APIs that allow engineers and analysts to retrieve, triage and analyse information more efficiently
Work with product managers, engineering managers and key stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions that meet our business needs
Manage enterprise system performance, reliability and sustainability through software quality control and optimisation of software products and technologies
Explore emerging technologies and deliver proof‑of‑concepts to the team and senior management
Build and experiment with Agentic AI systems (e.g. multi‑step autonomous agents, tool‑using LLM workflows)
Lead technical discussions with the team and key stakeholders to shape the delivery of products
Mentor junior software engineers to help strengthen and foster a culture of engineering excellence within the team
Qualifications
Background in computer science or equivalent
3+ years of experience in software engineering, with familiarity in full stack web application
Well‑versed and proficient in software design pattern and implementation using Java/Kotlin programming language
Good knowledge of software architecture designs patterns
Familiarity with the following technologies: Spring Boot, React, Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Oracle, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka / Rabbit MQ
Familiarity with AI‑assisted development tools and concepts, exposure to agentic AI systems would be a plus
Able to communicate technical details effectively and clearly
Good interpersonal, analytical and problem‑solving skills to get things done in a dynamic environment
What we offer
The work is purposeful and meaningful
You will get to work with talented and driven people
We work with modern technologies and tech stacks
We have excellent engineering culture and work‑life balance
We aspire for engineering and operational excellence
We empower to innovate As CSIT is an agency under the Ministry of Defence (Singapore), only Singapore Citizens will be considered.
As a senior software engineer in a multi‑disciplinary team that is responsible for mission‑critical data analytics systems, you will guide and contribute to the development of critical solutions related to national security. You are expected to possess strong technical proficiency and create impact by designing, building, testing and deploying data‑intensive web‑based analytics applications that are scalable, extensible and maintainable. Join us to seize the opportunity to use cutting‑edge technologies to protect the nation.
Responsibilities
Design and develop internal flagship data analytics systems, applications and APIs that allow engineers and analysts to retrieve, triage and analyse information more efficiently
Work with product managers, engineering managers and key stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions that meet our business needs
Manage enterprise system performance, reliability and sustainability through software quality control and optimisation of software products and technologies
Explore emerging technologies and deliver proof‑of‑concepts to the team and senior management
Build and experiment with Agentic AI systems (e.g. multi‑step autonomous agents, tool‑using LLM workflows)
Lead technical discussions with the team and key stakeholders to shape the delivery of products
Mentor junior software engineers to help strengthen and foster a culture of engineering excellence within the team
Qualifications
Background in computer science or equivalent
3+ years of experience in software engineering, with familiarity in full stack web application
Well‑versed and proficient in software design pattern and implementation using Java/Kotlin programming language
Good knowledge of software architecture designs patterns
Familiarity with the following technologies: Spring Boot, React, Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Oracle, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka / Rabbit MQ
Familiarity with AI‑assisted development tools and concepts, exposure to agentic AI systems would be a plus
Able to communicate technical details effectively and clearly
Good interpersonal, analytical and problem‑solving skills to get things done in a dynamic environment
What we offer
The work is purposeful and meaningful
You will get to work with talented and driven people
We work with modern technologies and tech stacks
We have excellent engineering culture and work‑life balance
We aspire for engineering and operational excellence
We empower to innovate As CSIT is an agency under the Ministry of Defence (Singapore), only Singapore Citizens will be considered.