Senior Executive, System Applications

Responsibilities: Manage the full software / system development lifecycle (SDLC) for IT application projects, from requirements gathering and design through development, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support. Liaise with business stakeholders to understand needs, translate them into functional/technical specifications, provide assessment and ensure solutions meet business objectives. Work closely with procurement / business stakeholders throughout the IT system tender process including initiation, evaluation and tender award. Drive adoption of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing practices to improve release quality, deployment speed and reliability across application projects. Manage and support cloud-hosted business applications and low-code/no-code applications (e.g. SharePoint, AI-based tools), including IaaS infrastructure, API management/integration platforms, working with vendors and internal teams on provisioning, performance, security and cost optimisation solutions. Prepare and maintain IT application project documentation, including process flows, tender specifications, evaluation / approval memos, and SDLC/CI/CD documentation such as technical design and release notes. Track project progress, flag risks/delays, and provide regular status updates to management. Work with vendors and internal IT teams to track project timelines, deliverables, and issue resolution. Own system testing strategy, including test planning, data validation, and coordination of automated and regression testing; manage the application issues list and support troubleshooting with internal and external operational stakeholders. Support change management activities, including user training and adoption, and contribute to reviewing and improving SOPs and SDLC processes to help raise process maturity and delivery quality over time. Guide and mentor junior team members on SDLC best practices, coding/configuration standards, low-code/no-code standards and DevOps tooling where applicable. Requirements: Degree or higher in Information Technology / Computer Science / Computer Engineering, or equivalent qualifications. Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience as an IT Business Systems Analyst or similar role, with hands-on involvement in requirements analysis, solution design, application management and support, or project coordination, including at least 3 years of hands-on software/application development experience would be preferred. Proven experience managing the full SDLC, including hands-on exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automated testing tools / frameworks. Experience in managing cloud-based applications and infrastructure (IaaS), and API management / integration platforms. Experience in supporting business IT application systems and projects (ERP, CRM, or similar enterprise systems). Excellent interpersonal communication skills, good collaborative team spirit, and a can-do attitude. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Hardworking, proactive, and self-driven with a strong willingness to learn new systems and technologies. Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment, and to guide less experienced team members. Familiarity with project management methodologies, tender preparation and contract/vendor evaluation is an advantage. Exposure to AI implementation or AI-driven solutions in business applications is an advantage. Prior experience guiding, mentoring, or informally leading junior team members is an advantage. Others: 5-day work week. Interested applicants are kindly requested to submit their applications via the link provided, as this will facilitate and expedite the shortlisting process. https://hiring.pacificlight.com.sg//SolutionPro/Recruit/JobDetail/Page?jobno=43464a90-8b73-4a52-8656-3b7dc983ec1f&c=PLP (All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified) By submitting your personal data and/or resume to PacificLight (“us”), you shall be deemed to have given consent to us collecting, using, and disclosing your personal data for the purpose of assessing your job application. Information collected may also be disclosed to PacificLight Group of Companies (“PacificLight”) which includes PacificLight Power Pte. Ltd and PacificLight Energy Pte. Ltd. for this purpose. Please read our privacy policy.