Designer, Data Programme

About the role

GovTech is the lead agency behind Singapore's Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. Its Data Programme delivers data assets and services for policy making, service delivery and operations across the government, creating value by reducing friction for agencies using existing government datasets. You will contribute to the design and development of one or more of its four strategic initiatives: Standardised Data Platform, Unified Frontend / DataHive, Unified Serving Backbone and Observability & Governance Infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Turn complex technical workflows into accessible, intuitive and user-friendly solutions.
• Consult with stakeholders and end-users to understand their needs and advocate for the user perspective throughout product development.
• Drive design from concept to delivery, producing wireframes, interactive prototypes and high-fidelity mockups.
• Plan and run user research, including usability testing, contextual inquiries, interviews and surveys.
• Analyse research findings and user feedback to propose feasible improvements.
• Work with product managers and engineers on design feasibility and present design rationale to stakeholders.

Required profile

• 3+ years of professional experience in User Experience (UX) or Product Design.
• A strong portfolio showing a solid grasp of the user-centred design process, including research, prototyping and visual design.
• Solid communication skills and the ability to collaborate compassionately and inclusively with cross-functional partners (design, product, engineering).
• Initiative, desire to learn and adapt, and ownership of ideas from conception to delivery.

Required skills

• Proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Adobe CC or similar.
• Able to use research and data to support design recommendations.