Scope of Work & Responsibilities

1. Post-Migration Support & Stabilisation

·       Provide technical support for Our Client’s 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.

 2. Development of Enhancements & New Features

·       Implement enhancements to Optical templates, components, and checkers based on Our Client’s 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 Our Client’s 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 with Our Client’s 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 GovTech and Our Client’s 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 Our Client and other team members as required.

 7. Collaboration & Agile Delivery

·       Participate in agile ceremonies with Our Client (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.