Total 5 job vacancies by Singapore Maritime Institute

Job Purpose

The Technical Lead will drive the architectural evolution, technical strategy, and engineering execution of Singapore’s Maritime Digital Twin (MDT). As the platform transitions into a next-generation Maritime Geospatial Reasoning Platform, the incumbent will lead a high-performing technical squad to deliver real-time, high-fidelity data aggregation, predictive layers, and deep-tech AI integration. The role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and national maritime infrastructure, transforming raw industry data into mission-critical operational intelligence.

Key Responsibilities
A. System Architecture & Technical Leadership

• Platform Evolution: Formulate and execute the technical roadmap to scale the MDT data architecture, transitioning from a data aggregation platform to an intelligent, predictive geospatial reasoning platform.

• Data Fusion & Streaming: Design and implement robust architectures capable of ingestion, normalization, and low-latency processing of massive, multi-sensor maritime data streams.

• Technical Governance: Serve as the final technical authority for the platform, ensuring code quality, scalable design patterns, and rigorous system documentation.

B. Advanced Technology & AI Integration

• Predictive Layer Development: Oversee the deployment of advanced AI modules for complex environmental and hydrodynamic simulations

• LLM Workflows: Integrate Multi-modal Large Language Models (LLMs) and automated workflows to assist in decision-support tooling for port operations.

C. Ecosystem Development & API Standardization

• Drive the development of a secure, "Plug-and-Play" common data infrastructure framework and AI Sandbox.

• Design standardized communication protocols (MQTT, AMQP, RESTful APIs) and developer playbooks to allow research partners, institutions, and maritime startups to securely build capabilities on top of the MDT infrastructure.

D. Security, Compliance & Infrastructure

• Oversee infrastructure security and deployment lifecycles by partnering with MPA and government-wide cybersecurity teams to execute robust hardening strategies, including regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.

• Manage containerized deployments across hybrid cloud environments utilizing Docker, Kubernetes, and automated CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous delivery and operational resilience.

E. Stakeholder & Squad Management

• Lead and mentor a group of multi-domain specialised engineers. Collaborate closely with key internal and external ecosystem stakeholders to implement prioritised use cases

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related technical field. Background in Geospatial Science or Machine Learning is highly advantageous.

• Software Engineering: Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in technical leadership, systems design architecture, or leading core engineering teams for enterprise-grade distributed systems.

• Data Engineering: Proven track record in building complex data pipelines, multi-sensor data fusion networks, and real-time streaming architectures (e.g., Kafka, Flink, Spark).

• AI/ML Expertise: Strong hands-on experience deploying machine learning models in production environments. Deep familiarity with GeoAI, spatial reasoning tools (GIS, ArcGIS), or PhysicsAI frameworks is highly desirable.

• Protocols & DevOps: Deep proficiency in containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and standardized messaging protocols (REST, MQTT, WebSockets, AMQP).

• Strategic Agility: Ability to balance immediate technical delivery with the long-term 2031 strategic vision of public-sector infrastructure commercialization.

• Influence & Collaboration: Excellent communication skills to bridge the gap between deep-tech engineering and high-level strategic/regulatory requirements.

• Problem-Solving: Strong entrepreneurial mindset with a knack for navigating ambiguous environments and unblocking critical technical dependencies.

• Experience with Unity or similar real-time 3D development environments is advantageous. Familiarity with concepts such as scene management, asset optimisation, or simulation workflows will help you better support the team and engage meaningfully with technical decisions around the visualisation and modelling components of the platform.

Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance and may be considered for an extension or be placed on a permanent appointment

You will be a key member of the R&D Digital Translation team established under the Singapore Maritime Institute. The R&D Digital Translation team develops and operates digital and cyber products and translates R&D projects to real world implementations for the maritime industry.

You will be involved in the requirements gathering, development and testing of products as per evolving business needs as part of the end-to-end agile development lifecycle starting from UI/ UX Design to Cloud Engineering & Operations, Software Development, DevSecOps, Quality Assurance and Application Security.

Key Responsibilities

1. Participate in the requirements gathering sessions and contribute to the development of the functional/design specifications

2. Design algorithms and flowcharts to create new software programs and systems

3. Develop clean, efficient and extendable codes using HTML/CSS, Javascript, Java, .NET, React Native and other relevant programming languages.

4. Troubleshooting, debugging, maintaining and improving existing software

5. Perform code reviews and functional testing to ensure that standards are upheld.

6. Continuous review and refactoring code for reusability and reduce technical debt.

7. Work with QA Engineer to prepare test cases as well as entry and exit criteria for SIT and UAT to ensure that user requirements are met as described per product backlog

8. Work with Application Security Engineer to perform System Security Acceptance Test (SSAT), which includes Secure Code Review (SCR), Vulnerability Assessment (VA) and Penetration Test (PT) and remediate the security findings before seeking clearance and approval from CISO and CIO respectively

9. Maintain and update library of reusable APIs, components and modules

10. Develop technical documentation to guide future software development projects

Requirements

1. Background in Computer Science, Engineering or related disciplines.

2. Highly proficient in programming languages such as HTML/CSS, Javascript, Java, AngularJS, Bootstrap, Python, Go or other relevant programming languages

3. Experience in Unity 3D development is an added advantage

3. Participated in at least one full software or product development cycle, preferably using Agile Methodology

4. Excellent communication skills

5. Teamwork and collaboration skills

6. Possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Purpose of Job
The Senior Executive / Executive, Finance and Administration will report to the Senior Manager / Manager, Finance and Administration and provides day-to-day operational support in the areas of Finance, Employee Experience and Office Administration.

Principal Accountabilities
Provide support in the following:
i. Accounts operations
ii. Employee experience
iii. Office administration including scheduling duties for Executive / Deputy Executive Director

Key duties and responsibilities:

a. Account Operations

i. Check supporting documents for accounts payables and project disbursements; follow up to obtain required endorsements / signatures before e-banking release.

ii. Support monthly finance closing, including timely collection/checking of supporting documents, preparation of schedules, reconciliations support, and follow-ups with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and on-time month-end close.

iii. Support asset tagging / refresh exercises and maintain proper filing of financial records (online and hardcopy).

iv. Assist with annual corporate income tax filing and related finance administration.

b. Employee Experience

i. Provide support to staff in their compensation and benefits matters including but not limited to, the following:

o Payroll

o Bonuses

o Uploading CPF to CPF Board

o Leave matters

o Staff claims (medical, dental, transport etc.)

o Workmen Injury Compensation

ii. Assist staff in preparing returns for IR8A and follow-up with IRAS on submission once approved

c. Office Administration Operations

i. Support Executive / Deputy Executive Director in the following:

o Maintains work schedule and coordinate logistics for meetings and appointments, and provide reminders to Director;

o Schedules appointments and conferences;

o Prioritise and manage correspondences;

o Copying, scanning and filing documents;

o Coordinate key SMI meetings including but not limited to, twice-a-year Board / Governing Council and Maritime Transformation Programme Programme Committee meetings, quarterly MPA meetings, R&D meetings;

o Prepares expense reports, purchase requisitions, payment requests, and other standard forms and documents.reconciling monthly statements, obtaining signatures and receipts, and submitting to Finance;

o Maintains up-to-date stakeholder’s contact information (e.g. SMI Board and Governing Council, researchers, industry partners etc.)

ii. Support Senior Manager and Manager, Finance and Administration in providing day-to-day office administration of SMI including but not limited to:

o Organising and maintaining files and records relating to policies, procedures, contracts and forms and updating them when necessary;

o Overseas travel coordination & administration;

o Sort and process incoming / outgoing mails;

o Managing office supplies and placing orders for replacements;

o Contracts and equipment management;

o Procurement matters involving small value purchases or invitation-to-quote;

o Onboarding of new staff (e.g. equipment deployment, systems account setup, preparation of onboarding materials etc.)

o Act as the point of contact between SMI and internal/external parties;

o Liaison officer with MPA facilities team on office security, fire safety (e.g. Fire Warden) and annual power maintenance;

iii. Any other ad-hoc duties such as event support and office renovation / relocation support.

Established in 2011 in a joint effort by the Maritime and Port Authority (MPA), the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), SMI develops strategies and programmes to achieve its mission with key focus areas in sectors such as port, shipping and maritime services. SMI charts the maritime research strategy and promotes greater industry-academia R&D collaborations to be undertaken in Singapore.

Roles and responsibilities

We are seeking for a Senior Manager, to be part of our R&D team, to strive towards our Mission in establishing Singapore as a leading global maritime research centre of excellence in Next Generation Port, Smart Shipping, and Green Technologies.

You will support the Deputy Executive Director and work with a team of R&D managers to strengthen R&D collaborations between our maritime industry and academia partners.

What you will be working on:

The key responsibilities will include:

Strategy Planning

· Map out latest developments and carry out gap analyses in science and technologies relevant to maritime domain, and identify new emerging areas for Singapore’s maritime strategic interests;

· Develop strategies, initiatives and programmes for the translation, deployment, commercialisation, and internationalisation of maritime R&D through engaging government agencies, Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs), Research Institutes (RIs), maritime companies and other relevant stakeholders

Initiatives and Programmes

· Plan and implement R&D programs and initiatives;

· Evaluate R&D proposals submitted or led by IHLs/RIs;

· Oversee and manage performances of maritime Centres of Excellence and Programme Partners;

· Manage awarded projects and budgets, including variations to budget/ project duration/ project-lead, collation of reports, and review of completed projects.

Engagement

· Engage potential overseas IHLs/RIs to identify synergies, coordinate maritime R&D collaborations, and facilitate multilateral R&D engagements for impactful joint initiatives.

· Engage companies in the maritime industry to understand their technology and business needs, partnering with key stakeholders to showcase local R&D capabilities, and facilitating research opportunities by harmonizing industry needs with local R&D capabilities;

· Drive partnerships between the research ecosystem and industry, and to catalyse technology commercialisation, focusing on industry collaboration projects and translation platforms in the maritime domain

· Plan and organise engagement visits to project partners

Other Duties:

· Oversee R&D processes to ensure compliance with established funding policies and procedures;

· Manage internal R&D capability development and resourcing;

· Represent SMI in R&D matters, when required or any other ad hoc duties assigned.

Qualification and Experience

a. Background in science and engineering fields with 5 years of relevant working experience, of which 3 years are in supervisory and developmental capacity;

b. Experience in R&D strategy formulation, technology fore-sighting / road mapping, technology translation, and/or good working knowledge of the R&D landscape in Singapore.

c. Experience with grant governance and administration e.g. funding guidelines or compliance requirements;

d. Strong interest in applied science and technology R&D and research community engagement;

Skills

a. Proficient in Microsoft Office and grant management software (e.g. Oracle Netsuite);

b. Good analytical skills, with an ability to take a strategic perspective when formulating proposals and recommendations;

c. Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills for effective engagement of senior stakeholders, partner agencies, IHLs/RIs and companies;

Proven planning and organisational abilities.

Established in 2011 in a joint effort by the Maritime and Port Authority (MPA), the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), SMI develops strategies and programmes to achieve its mission with key focus areas in sectors such as port, shipping and maritime services. SMI charts the maritime research strategy and promotes greater industry-academia R&D collaborations to be undertaken in Singapore.

Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking for a Manager/Assistant Manager, to be part of our R&D team, to strive towards our Mission in establishing Singapore as a leading global maritime research centre of excellence in Next Generation Port, Smart Shipping, and Green Technologies.

You will support the Deputy Executive Director and work with a team of R&D managers to strengthen R&D collaborations between our maritime industry and academia partners.

The key responsibilities will include:

Strategy Planning

· Map out latest developments and carry out gap analyses in science and technologies relevant to maritime domain, and identify new emerging areas for Singapore’s maritime strategic interests;

· Develop strategies, initiatives and programmes for the translation, deployment, commercialisation, and internationalisation of maritime R&D through engaging government agencies, Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs), Research Institutes (RIs), maritime companies and other relevant stakeholders

Initiatives and Programmes

· Plan and implement R&D programs and initiatives;

· Evaluate R&D proposals submitted or led by IHLs/RIs;

· Oversee and manage performances of maritime Centres of Excellence and Programme Partners;

· Manage awarded projects and budgets, including variations to budget/ project duration/ project-lead, collation of reports, and review of completed projects.

Engagement

· Engage potential overseas IHLs/RIs to identify synergies, coordinate maritime R&D collaborations, and facilitate multilateral R&D engagements for impactful joint initiatives.

· Engage companies in the maritime industry to understand their technology and business needs, partnering with key stakeholders to showcase local R&D capabilities, and facilitating research opportunities by harmonizing industry needs with local R&D capabilities;

· Drive partnerships between the research ecosystem and industry, and to catalyse technology commercialisation, focusing on industry collaboration projects and translation platforms in the maritime domain

· Plan and organise engagement visits to project partners

Other Duties:

· Oversee R&D processes to ensure compliance with established funding policies and procedures;

· Manage internal R&D capability development and resourcing;

· Represent SMI in R&D matters, when required or any other ad hoc duties assigned.

Qualification and Experience

a. Background in maritime, science or engineering fields with 3 years of relevant working experience

b. Experience in R&D strategy formulation, technology fore-sighting / road mapping, technology translation, and/or good working knowledge of the R&D landscape in Singapore.

c. Experience with grant governance and administration e.g. funding guidelines or compliance requirements;

d. Strong interest in applied science and technology R&D and research community engagement

e. Strong basics in computing, data science, and AI applications related to robotic or autonomous physical systems or industry-relevant problems are also welcome

Skills

a. Proficient in Microsoft Office and grant management software (e.g. Oracle Netsuite);

b. Good analytical skills, with an ability to take a strategic perspective when formulating proposals and recommendations;

c. Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills for effective engagement of senior stakeholders, partner agencies, IHLs/RIs and companies;

d. Proven planning and organisational abilities.