Professional Officer in Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI)

About the role

The Singapore Institute of Technology seeks a Senior Professional Officer to lead applied AI teaching, research and industry collaboration. You will work in its Punggol Digital District campus, shaping AI curricula and delivering hands‑on laboratory sessions.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and teach laboratory sessions and practice‑based modules in Applied AI.
• Lead innovative applied research projects with industry partners and secure research grants.
• Supervise and mentor students on capstone projects, Integrated Work Study Programme and research initiatives.
• Manage AI laboratory facilities, ensuring safety compliance and optimal use of equipment.

Required profile

• At least 8 years of relevant industry experience in AI/ML research or application.
• Strong technical expertise in one or more AI domains such as computer vision, large language models, generative AI, trustworthy AI, edge AI, or digital twins.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor students and collaborate with academic and industry stakeholders.
• Relevant advanced degree (BSc or MSc) in Computer Science, Engineering or related field; equivalent industry experience accepted.

Required skills

• Programming: Python, R, Java, C/C++.
• AI/ML frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, Scikit‑learn, CNTK, Caffe.
• Big‑data and analytics: Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Spark ML.
• DevOps/MLOps tools and model optimisation techniques.

What we offer

• Applied research environment with real‑world industry partners.
• Opportunities to shape Singapore’s applied AI research agenda.
• Access to SIT’s Living Lab Network and Punggol Digital District ecosystem.
• Competitive Singaporean work environment and quality of life.