Software Engineer

Company Description

NCS is a leading AI Tech Services company. With a 15,000-strong team across the Asia Pacific, NCS scales its platforms and capabilities to provide clients with greater agility and AI expertise across a range of Industries. Embracing a strong ecosystem of global partners, NCS transforms technology services delivery combining AI with digital resilience to drive real business impact. NCS is a subsidiary of the Singtel Group.

Job Description

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to meaningful application development and maintenance projects working directly at our client's site. Whether you are an experienced developer or a fresh graduate ready to grow, this role offers the opportunity to work on enterprise-grade government systems while building your technical expertise in a collaborative, client-facing environment.

This is a fully on-site opportunity where you will be embedded with the client team, working closely alongside various stakeholders.

What will you do

Core Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain application modules using Java and OutSystems or enterprise-grade technologies, following industry best practices and security standards.
• Integrate Outsystems low-code solutions with enterprise systems, ensuring seamless connectivity and data flow across paltforms.
• Translate requirements into technical designs and program specifications.
• Collaborate closely with system analysts, developers, testers, and stakeholders to deliver quality solutions.
• Participate in system integration and technical discussions to ensure seamless end-to-end solutions

Quality & Support

• Support testing activities including system integration testing and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Investigate and resolve bugs, defects, and production issues efficiently.
• Enhance and maintain systems across development and post-implementation phases.
• Prepare documentation and project artifacts to support delivery and governance requirements.

Continuous Learning

• Stay current by participating in up-skilling workshops and training as needed.
• Adapt and grow with changing technologies, requirements, and priorities.

An ideal candidate should possess:

• Singapore Citizen (Due to the nature of the project, only Singaporeans will be considered)
• Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent.
• 1–4 years in application software development using Java technologies or fresh graduate with strong willingness and commitment to learn Java and related enterprise technologies.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Ability to integrate low-code solutions with enterprise systems and legacy applications.
• Proactive and results-driven with strong commitment to quality.
• Eager learner who actively seeks to develop new technical skills (especially important for fresh graduates).
• Comfortable working fully on-site and collaborating directly with clients and team members.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience working in teams on enterprise-grade government systems will be a bonus.
• Knowledge of Agile principles and methodologies.
• Working knowledge of REST APIs (design, development, and integration).
• Working knowledge of SQL and database (queries, data modelling, and optimization).
• Demonstrated interest and hands-on experience with AI solutions (e.g., personal projects, POCs, hackathons, coursework, or experimentation with AI tools)
• Ability to identify and explore AI use cases relevant to software development or business problems.

Professional Certifications (advantageous but not mandatory)

• Technical certifications related to Java or software development
• Agile certifications (e.g, Professional Scrum Master, Certified Scrum Master, SAFe)
• ITIL Foundation or basic IT service management knowledge

Why Join NCS

Grow with Us

• Work on cutting-edge AI products that shape the future of technology
• Collaborate with talented, passionate teams across research, engineering, and design
• Access continuous learning opportunities and career development pathways

Make an Impact

• Transform AI research into products that solve real problems for clients and users
• Drive innovation in a leading Technology Services Firm with regional presence
• Contribute to building a better future through responsible, human-centred AI

Thrive in Our Culture

• Experience a human-to-human approach where relationships and collaboration matter
• Be part of Team NCS, where bold ideas meet practical execution
• Enjoy a supportive environment that values diversity, inclusion, and respect

We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.

Together, we make the extraordinary happen.

Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.