Software Program Manager (International Centre for Aviation Innovation)

The ICAI Software Program Manager is responsible for managing and leading software teams to translate R&D projects for implementation in the CAAS Air Navigation Services System (ANSS). The role is integral to ICAI’s mission to assist CAAS build local capability to undertake indigenous co-deployment, co-development, and maintenance of CAAS' NexGen Air Navigation Service System.

What you will be working on

Program management

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and address the translation requirements.
• Develop program management plan - Develop project SOW. Ensure projects are aligned with CAAS ANSS delivery milestones. Define project controls and to manage the program. Estimate project budget.
• Identify and select software development partners to execute the R&D translation.
• Monitor progress and coordinate interdependencies.
• Identify and manage project risk.
• Manage project stakeholders.

Design and Development Leadership

• Define and design the architecture and system solution to enable seamless integration of the software system into the OEM system.
• Select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and patterns to create a robust, scalable, maintainable system.
• Evaluate and select tools, libraries, and platforms that best suit the project’s requirements while considering factors such as cost, performance, and compatibility.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to software development teams.
• Ensure software system quality.
• Create and maintain comprehensive software architecture documentation, including design decisions,, architectural patterns, and technical standards, to serve as reference throughout the product roadmap.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related discipline.
• Proven track record in program managing enterprise level software development.
• Possess hands-on experience and good technical skills in: Architecture concepts. Cloud platform. Virtualization and Container technologies. DevOps and agile practices. Gateway and APIs.
• Certification in Project Management is desired.
• Attributes: High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality. Excellent leadership skills to cohesive teams. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.

Working Conditions

• Full-time position based at the Innovation Centre in Singapore
• May require occasional travels for OEM meetings
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours when necessary.