Software Engineer, Isomer

Who We Are

Open Government Products (OGP) operates like a startup within the government; We are a fast-paced, dynamic team of engineers, designers, and product managers dedicated to public good. We autonomously identify opportunities to solve public problems using tech, rapidly prototype, and launch solutions—from citizen apps to automating public agency operations. Embracing an open-sourced and flat hierarchy, we cut through bureaucracy to focus on real-world, user-centric innovations that drive change.

The Team

You will be joining the Isomer team, the team behind Singapore’s official government website platform. Isomer powers hundreds of public sector websites across ministries, statutory boards, and agencies, helping the government communicate clearly and reliably with citizens.

Our mission is to help government teams communicate clearly and confidently with citizens, by making public sector websites fast, accessible, and easy to use.

Every feature we build helps someone find the right information faster, understand it better, or trust what they’re reading. From a parent looking up school admissions to a senior checking healthcare information, our work shapes how people experience government online.

As a Software Engineer on Isomer, you’re not just building software. You’re helping millions of people interact with public services more easily every day. We sit at the intersection of engineering, product, and public service. We work closely with designers, product managers, and government officers to understand real-world content needs and turn them into simple, scalable solutions. From content management and publishing workflows to performance, accessibility, and security, the problems we solve directly affect how millions of people experience government online.

As a platform used across government, our work has real scale and long-term impact. Small improvements can make life easier for content editors, and better experiences for citizens. If you care about building software that actually gets used and makes a difference, this team is for you.

About the Role

We’re looking for a thoughtful and driven Software Engineer to help build and grow the Isomer platform.

You’ll work on real production systems used across the Singapore Government, improving our existing foundations while exploring new ways to make government information easier to publish, access, and trust. You won’t be expected to know everything from day one. What matters most is your curiosity, willingness to learn, and care for building quality software.

This role is well-suited for someone who thrives in ambiguous problem spaces, cares deeply about data quality and accessibility, and enjoys building reliable, scalable platforms that empower others to make informed, evidence-based decisions.

Key Responsibilities

You will work with a competent cross functional team to perform the following

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable production-ready software across the stack - from frontend components to backend services and infrastructure.
• Write maintainable, readable, and performant code while participating in code reviews to ensure engineering quality.
• Work closely with PMs, designers, and officers on the ground to identify opportunities, scope features, test hypotheses, and ship solutions that solve real pain points.
• Write and review engineering documentation such as RFCs and technical specifications to improve knowledge sharing.
• Set up robust monitoring, alerting, and testing practices to ensure our systems are production-ready and reliable.
• Own projects end-to-end, from discovery and prototyping to deployment and iteration.
• Contribute to the broader culture of continuous improvement across OGP.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in TypeScript, React, and backend development (Next.js, Node.js or similar).
• Experience designing REST APIs and working with PostgreSQL or other relational databases.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in understanding and translating problems and requirements into software.
• Strong product thinking and empathy for users - especially non-technical ones.
• (Bonus) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• (Bonus) Experience in startups or fast-paced environments; proven ability to succeed in dynamic settings and manage shifting priorities with sometimes challenging stakeholders.

Overall we look for people who have ability, initiative, good communication, and most importantly, a passionate heart for public good. Don’t hesitate to apply, even if you might not possess all the skills and qualifications!

Working at OGP

Ownership and Autonomy — Beyond technical tasks, this means having autonomy to voice opinions and suggest future directions. Building what you believe in drives the creation of great solutions.

Rapid Prototyping — We prioritize testing ideas over debating them, allowing us to identify problems quickly and convey possibilities to others. This fail-fast approach accelerates innovation.

Flexibility — We provide flexible work arrangements based on what works best for our team and its members, fostering a productive and supportive environment.

Continuous Learning — Drive professional growth by exploring new architectures, frameworks, and technologies. With dedicated yearly learning months and hackathons, continuous learning is essential as we tackle innovative ideas and challenges.

Mission-Driven — Our work is dedicated to the public good, aiming to improve the lives of Singapore citizens. We focus on creating impactful solutions that enhance the community and the place we call home.

Projects OGP has worked on include:

ScamShield — iOS and Android mobile apps, enhanced in August 2024, help users check and report suspicious communications. The apps automatically filter known scams using an AI-powered machine learning classifier. An Admin Dashboard also allows police to verify reported scams.

ParkingSG — A mobile app alternative to parking coupons. It lets users pay, extend, and refund their parking sessions just using their phones.

RedeemSG — Helps the Singapore Government to create, send and track redemptions of digital vouchers easily.

COVID-19 Vaccination — A suite of systems built to enable Singapore's national vaccination campaign for COVID-19. This includes informational sites, appointment booking systems, and records management systems.

data.gov.sg — An open repository of all the Singapore Government's public data. It helps people understand the data using visualizations and articles, and provides real-time APIs for developers to use.

Isomer — Provides government agencies with an easy-to-deploy static website building and hosting service to create usable, secure and faster informational websites quickly.

FormSG — A form builder tool for agencies to self-service and create online forms that capture classified data, with the goal of replacing paper forms.

PaySG — Was developed to enable digital payments for government services, and was initially used for payments for COVID-19 swab tests and Stay-Home Notices for incoming travellers to Singapore.

An overview of other OGP products can be found on our website https://open.gov.sg