Applied R&D Engineer, Singapore

ISD confronts and addresses threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability. For over 75 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists. A fulfilling and rewarding career awaits those who want to join in ISD’s critical mission of keeping Singapore safe, secure and sovereign for all Singaporeans.

As an Applied R&D Engineer, you will take on the following roles & responsibilities:

• Conduct pioneering research and develop new capabilities, and review or refine existing programmes, operations, procedures and systems
• Develop prototype software and applications for different platforms (Windows, Linux, Android and iOS)
• Design and build hardware prototypes
• Engage partners and stakeholders to scope research objectives, propose plans, conduct trials and report findings for strategic planning
• Manage research collaborations and conduct field trials with both overseas and local tertiary institutions/ consultants/ vendors on research projects or initiatives on fields of interest

Applicants should preferably be knowledgeable or proficient in at least one of the following fields:

• Internet communication, mobile communications, wireless and radio frequency technologies
• Video and audio acquisition and management systems
• Signal processing including audio/ speech, video and multi-media processing
• Media analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence
• Electronics and circuit design
• Experience in doing research, especially evaluation research, is preferred.
• Expertise in quantitative research methods and analysis is preferred. Those with qualitative skills may also be considered
• Skills in programming, coding and scripting
• Able to exercise good judgment in determining problem resolutions and approaches to solutions
• Able to work both independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment
• Have the interest to develop solutions for real-world use
• Good communication, presentation and writing skills
• Only Singaporeans need apply

We wish to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.