Lecturer / Senior Lecturer - School of Computing

About the Role

Serving as an academic at Singapore Polytechnic presents a rewarding yet demanding opportunity. The role requires candidates to have both theoretical knowledge and practical experience and the ability to break down complex concepts so students can reassemble and internalize them effectively. A genuine passion for mentoring youth and facilitating character development is essential. Opportunities include curriculum design, introduction of new courses, consulting, and participation in applied research. Administrative responsibilities linked to teaching and institutional strategies are also integral. Candidates should demonstrate resourcefulness, innovation, initiative, and strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons and design teaching and evaluation materials tailored for youths and adult learners.
• Develop and continuously enhance the teaching curriculum by regularly reviewing and suggesting improvements to boost learning outcomes, student performance, and employability.
• Stay updated with contemporary trends and advancements in Software and Application Development.
• Contribute to the School’s strategic initiatives including committee participation and involvement in process improvement or new course projects.

Areas of Expertise

The successful candidate must demonstrate proficiency in at least one of the following subject domains:

• Algorithm & Architecture Analysis: Thorough understanding of tools, frameworks, and programming paradigms enabling informed implementation choices considering trade-offs like time/space complexity, resource use, and scalability.
• Database Systems: Expertise in optimizing database performance through sharding, indexing, query tuning, concurrency control, and managing distributed transactions.
• Distributed Systems: Solid grasp of architectural patterns and components such as microservices, containerization, load balancing, and message queues aimed at constructing robust, scalable, and fault-tolerant infrastructures.

Beyond technical skills, the lecturer should possess an in-depth comprehension of the entire software development lifecycle, assisting students in analyzing trade-offs and variations adopted by different organizations.

Candidate Profile

• At least two years of relevant professional experience in Software, DevOps, Platform, or Database engineering.
• A keen interest in exploring and understanding the fundamental mechanisms of technology through hands-on investigation.
• A passion for education with a strong commitment to mentoring and guiding both youths and adult learners in building and reconstructing knowledge.
• Self-motivated, capable of working independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Additional Information

Employment will initially be on a 2-year contract basis. Applicants shortlisted will be notified within thirty days after the application deadline.

Awards and Recognitions

• Plaque of Commendation (Gold) – NTUC May Day Awards 2026
• Most Positive Workplace Collaboration Award – Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (SICC) Awards 2025
• The Straits Times Singapore’s Best Employers for 2024, 2025 & 2026