Lead Engineer - Modelling and Simulation (End-to-End Systems)

About the role

IMDA, which is driving Singapore's move towards a world-leading Digital Economy, is looking for a Modelling and Simulation Lead focused on end-to-end systems. The role analyses the performance of enterprise and industrial applications across mobile, wired and quantum communication networks, and involves leading a small team of 1 or 2 people.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a small team of 1 or 2 members specialising in end-to-end system modelling and simulation for enterprise and industrial applications.
• Develop and use modelling and simulation tools to analyse the performance of mobile, wired and quantum networks.
• Run scenario analysis and simulations to assess response time, latency, estimated error rates and other performance metrics.
• Work with engineers, researchers and industry partners to understand network requirements and constraints.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies and propose performance improvements.
• Keep up with advances in communication technologies and simulation tools, and help develop new techniques.
• Prepare technical documentation, present project updates to stakeholders and write think pieces on technology for non-technical audiences.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, and collaborate with government, industry and academic partners on strategies for emerging technologies.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience on end-to-end system modelling and simulation projects, focused on enterprise and industrial applications.
• In-depth knowledge of mobile, wired and quantum networks.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing small teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and communication skills, able to explain complex topics to technical and non-technical audiences.

Required skills

• Proficiency in end-to-end system modelling and simulation tools such as OPNET, NS-3, QuNetSim or similar.