About the Role
We are running a skills assessment centre to enhance sector-specific assessments and support Singapore's goal of a skills-based workforce. As the operational backbone of the assessment center, we are building a next-generation AI-powered skills assessment system for adult learners.
We are looking for a junior to mid-level software engineer to join the team and help design and build a scalable, production-ready platform.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop backend services (Python, FastAPI or similar)
Build and maintain RESTful APIs
Design and manage database systems
Contribute to system architecture design, including:
Modular and extensible system components
Support for multiple interaction types (e.g., form-based, conversational)
Clean abstraction for AI components
Integrate AI capabilities into the system, including:
LLM-based features (e.g., question generation, feedback, interaction)




AI-driven workflows within the platform
Oversee integration between backend, frontend, and AI components
Lead and guide student developers across different modules
Support deployment and system maintenance (Docker, AWS)
Job Requirements
Experience in backend software development in a professional or project setting.
Strong programming skills in Python.
Experience with backend frameworks (FastAPI, Flask, Django).
Knowledge of RESTful API design and system architecture.
Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred).
Familiarity with cloud deployment environments (AWS or similar).
Advantageous: experience with LLM APIs, AI systems, modular architectures, or interactive systems.

📌 Software Engineer (Ai Systems), Centralised Skills Assessment And Validation Initiative (Csavi)
🏢 University of Applied Learning
📍 Italia