Backend Software Engineer (IoT/Node.js/Python)

Join our client as an Backend Software Engineer and play a pivotal role in designing and delivering innovative, large-scale IoT systems for government projects. You will be responsible for building secure, scalable backend services, integrating sensors and edge devices, and supporting end-to-end IoT deployments from device to cloud.

This role offers hands-on exposure to hardware-software integration, API development, system monitoring, and cybersecurity best practices, making it ideal for engineers looking to deepen their expertise in IoT and cloud technologies.
 
Why Join Us?
Working Hours: Mon–Thurs: 8:30am–6:00pm / Fri: 8:30am–5:30pm (Hybrid working arrangement) 
Comprehensive Benefits: Annual Leave, Birthday Leave, Medical Coverage 
Meaningful Exposure: Work on government-scale IoT implementations using cutting-edge technologies
Career Development: Expand your expertise across IoT, cloud platforms, and distributed systems
Location: Punggol
Employment Type: Contract (Renewable)
 
Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain cloud-hosted backend services and APIs using Node.js.
• Configure and manage IoT communication protocols such as MQTT and TCP to ensure reliable device connectivity.
• Build and support solutions leveraging AWS Greengrass, Azure IoT Hub, or similar IoT platforms.
• Deploy, configure, and manage IoT devices, sensors, and gateways in both field and production environments.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize backend systems for performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Collaborate closely with frontend, cloud, and data engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration and robust data pipelines.

 
Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in backend development (Python/Node.js) preferred. 
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in IoT backend or system development.
• Practical experience working with sensors, microcontrollers, and networking/communication protocols.
• Strong understanding of embedded programming, device-level debugging, and hardware–software integration.

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Elaine Wong l Outsourcing Team
ScienTec Consulting Pte Ltd - 11C5781