National University of Singapore

Job Description:

Job Description

Applications are invited for the following full-time position in the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health within the Telehealth Core: Research Assistant (Software Engineer)

At the Telehealth Core we leverage technology & design to accelerate research and improve outcomes in behavioural health & chronic diseases. We focus on delivering tailored interventions in healthcare by building digital tools and harnessing the insights from users and patients.

If you are seeking purpose and impact in your career, we may be the right team for you.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a creative and self-driven software engineer to implement innovative front-end designs. We seek to produce flexible and scalable mobile eHealth solutions. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team that is responsible for the development of the eHealth solutions from conception to deployment.

As a Research Assistant (Software Engineer), you should be comfortable with a variety of development tools, frameworks, and libraries. You should also be a team player with a can-do attitude to solve cutting-edge challenges through technological implementation.

Responsibilities:

• Develop user-friendly, intuitive, and responsive mobile-first web interfaces based on provided design specifications.
• Apply styling techniques expertly to create interactive and responsive designs.
• Validate the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs to ensure effective implementation.
• Collaborate closely with the design team to effectively translate the vision into the website.
• Oversee and maintain the AWS infrastructure
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices, continuously learning and improving skills

Primary Qualifications:

• Demonstrable experience as a software engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and CSS preprocessors.
• Proficiency in Javascript/Typescript.
• Proficiency in React.js
• Strong understanding of React Redux.
• Excellent understanding of user-centered design, planning, and customer engagement.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of professional experience working with the mentioned tech stack.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with front-end toolings (such as Vite, Webpack).
• Familiarity with backend development and Node.js.
• Familiarity with Cloud Native Development (preferably AWS).
• Interest in digital health research.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit the following documents through the NUS Career Portal link in this post :

1. Cover letter outlining research experience and qualifications that meet this job description. Please also note salary expectation.
2. Curriculum vitae (maximum four pages).

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Company Overview

We are a research group and service core that develops eHealth projects. Our mission to create patient-centered technologies for great health and wellness outcomes. We believe innovation and impact are driven by great user experiences. View our projects at https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/nuhscg/core-facilities/telehealth-core/about-us/

Recruitment is open immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

Department : Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 28232