GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Technology Group
We experiment, design, and lead a 24×7 global business where we support core capabilities in asset management, trading, investment operations, and risk management. We deliver secure, reliable, and integrated solutions, and provide insights on new, and emerging technologies.

Business Partner & Solutions
You will help to explore new and existing technology to support our strategic and operational business needs across our Public Markets, Private Markets, Total Portfolio Risk, and Corporate Services.

What impact can you make in this role?
You will be empowered to be at the top of your game by providing strategic partnership, and innovative technology solutions that supports GIC’s vision of being a tech-driven, global, long-term investment firm.

What will you do as a Software Engineer (Typescript)?

As a Software Engineer at GIC, you will be at the forefront of financial technology innovation, driving the development of cutting-edge solutions that empower our investment strategies and operations. You will:

• Collaborate and Innovate: Partner with portfolio managers, business managers, and product owners to tackle complex challenges and transform them into purposeful software solutions that drive our success
• Design and Develop: Craft advanced algorithms and applications that significantly improve operational efficiency, enhance decision-making, and propel strategic initiatives forward
• Leverage Emerging Technologies: Harness the power of machine learning and artificial intelligence to create innovative solutions that give us a competitive edge in the industry
• Champion Excellence: Lead peer code reviews and share your technical expertise to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and excellence
• Ensure Quality: Execute rigorous System Integration Tests and work closely with business users on User Acceptance Tests to guarantee top-tier deliverables
• Document and Guide: Develop comprehensive documentation and user guides to ensure seamless adoption and utilisation of new systems
• Stay Ahead: Continuously explore and integrate emerging technologies to keep our solutions at the forefront of innovation

What makes you a successful candidate?

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in software development, and hands-on experience in solution designing, software testing, and production support
• Proficiency in Agile software development methodologies and practices such as Scrum, Kanban, or Test-Driven Development
• Hands-on technical skills and good competency in Typescript and related frameworks such as Angular or React.js
• Experience with Node.js and familiarity with RESTful APIs and GraphQL
• Preferred experience in relevant domains, including but not limited to the financial sector, such as payment systems and transactional operations, enabling a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges and solutions
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure and containerisation technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Strong team player who is keen to learn, independent, and possesses strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Passionate about understanding business requirements and using technology to transform or improve current state
• Familiar with and interested in learning about current and emerging technology landscapes
• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) related discipline is advantageous
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment and demonstrate strong prioritisation skills
• Experience leading engineering teams and/or mentoring junior software engineers is advantageous, especially for VP candidates

All candidates are considered through a centralised recruitment process, ensuring a fair and standardised assessment journey before being shortlisted for roles across our Engineering teams: Data Strategy, Digital Enterprise Solutions, Engineering & Technical Architecture, Front Office, and Investment Services. Shortlisting is based on team needs, including headcount, seniority, language, and domain knowledge requirements. Whichever team you join, you can look forward to meaningful work and the chance to make a real impact.

Work at the Point of Impact
We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.

Flexibility at GIC
At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

We are an equal opportunity employer
GIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Learn more about our Technology Group here:
https://gic.careers/group/technology-group/