Job Description

Scope of Work & Responsibilities

1. Post-Migration Support & Stabilisation

• Provide technical support for Corporate Website after go-live on the Optical platform.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to UI/UX rendering, Optical (based on Directus) CMS templates and components, API integrations, and data ingestion.
• Work with FPT (ODC), and teams to ensure smooth transition into BAU.

2. Development of Enhancements & New Features

• Implement enhancements to Optical templates, components, and checkers based on product roadmap.
• Develop and update Node.js/TypeScript backend logic and React/Next.js frontend components within the Optical platform.
• Support enhancements for key features such as:
• Data checkers (Eligibility, MK, P1, Pathway tools)
• Search tools (SchoolFinder, CourseFinder)
• SearchSG integration and personalisation features
• CSV ingestion and data-processing flows
• Singpass integration (future phase)

3. Integration & API Development

• Develop and maintain integrations with back-end systems, datasets, and external services.
• Implement and maintain integrations with Opus workflow engine and Cloud File Transfer (CFT).
• Ensure secure handling of API keys, tokens, and system configurations.

4. CMS Configuration & Optical Platform Competency

• Configure Directus CMS modules, components, workflows, and metadata within the Optical platform.
• Work closely on content and product teams to ensure CMS usability and alignment with site architecture.

5. Quality Assurance & Testing

• Support UAT defect fixes and sprint-level testing.
• Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks and test suites.
• Conduct code quality scans, accessibility scans, and performance testing.
• Ensure compliance with security standards (VAPT fixes, scan remediation, etc.).
• Conduct performance validation and support caching/CDN optimisation work where required.

6. Documentation & Knowledge Transfer

• Prepare technical documentation for changes, enhancements, and release notes.
• Provide knowledge transfer to other team members as required.

7. Collaboration & Agile Delivery

• Participate in agile ceremonies with (sprint planning, refinement, review, retrospective).
• Work with product owners, designers, and QA to deliver enhancements on time and with quality.
• Collaborate using GitLab for version control and CI/CD workflows.

Required Skills & Experience

Core Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript, React, and Next.js.
• Experience with Directus CMS or similar headless CMS platforms (Optical experience is a strong advantage).
• Knowledge of REST API design, JSON, OAuth2, and API security.

DevOps & Infrastructure

• Familiarity with GitLab and DevSecOps principles.
• Experience with Docker and containerisation concepts.
• Knowledge of web infrastructure, AWS services (EC2, S3, CloudFront, ALB/NLB), caching layers, and CDN configuration.

Testing & Quality Assurance

• Experience implementing automated testing frameworks (unit, integration, and end-to-end testing).
• Familiarity with code quality scanning tools and practices.
• Knowledge of accessibility testing standards and tools (WCAG compliance).
• Experience with performance testing methodologies and tools.

Additional Technical Knowledge

• Strong debugging skills across frontend, backend, and cloud environments.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.