Analyst Programmer (Digital Solutions Department) - 25-Month Contract

About the role

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore's national teacher education institute, invites candidates to join its Division of Academic Computing & Information Services (ACIS) as an Analyst Programmer on a 25-month contract. The role focuses on designing, developing and maintaining application systems that support students and the institute's digital services.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and implement application systems based on user requirements and project timelines.
• Explore and propose AI-driven features that enhance and personalise the student digital experience, and modernise student information systems using current technology stacks and AI-assisted development.
• Maintain and enhance existing in-house applications for optimal performance and user experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams on system deployment and integration.
• Ensure high code quality, test coverage and active participation in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade applications as needed, and independently manage IT projects from start to finish.
• Ensure compliance with Data Governance, IT Audit and Security policies and standards.
• Carry out any other ad hoc duties assigned.

Required profile

• University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in software development and IT project management.
• Sound understanding of student and examination-related business processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to adapt quickly to new technologies, and a proactive team player who meets tight deadlines.

Required skills

• Familiarity with SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in .NET programming.
• Experience with GitHub Copilot or similar tools.
• System integration via APIs and database layers.
• Relational databases and ORM frameworks such as Hibernate.
• Advantageous: Jira, AI-driven automation, data analytics tools such as Power BI, and low-code platforms such as Power Apps.

The closing date of the advertisement is 9 September 2026; only shortlisted candidates will be notified. NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense to the campus, subject to route and seat availability.