Description
The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) is the lead agency driving Singapore's Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government's capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.
As a Lead Product Manager, you will lead high-impact product initiatives that span strategy, discovery, and delivery within government agencies. Working across public sector environments, you'll guide agencies from problem definition to solution implementation, embedding with teams and delivering value at scale. You'll apply strong product thinking, systems-level insight, and government context expertise to shape solutions that are not just feasible, but truly impactful for Singapore.
Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end product initiatives, from discovery and framing through to product vision, roadmap, and implementation planning
- Drive innovation by aligning product solutions with agency objectives
- Serve as an embedded partner to agencies, helping them navigate complex product and technology challenges whilst building internal capabilities
- Establish and mentor permanent product teams within agencies, transferring product management expertise and best practices
- Influence the adoption of product and engineering methodologies that support scalability, sustainability, and measurable impact across government
- Represent the organisation in cross-agency forums, communities of practice, and thought leadership events
Requirements:
- 10+ years of experience in product management, consulting, or related roles, with a track record of leading complex initiatives across industries or public sector settings
- Proven ability to deliver impact in both greenfield and brownfield environments
- Strong systems thinking and the ability to connect strategic objectives to product execution
- Deep understanding of agile methodologies, product discovery, user research, and iterative delivery
- Excellent facilitation and communication skills, able to engage confidently with senior government stakeholders and frontline teams alike
- Strong influence and collaboration skills, with experience working across organisational boundaries
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive to create impact for public good
Benefits:
- GovTech is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse voices and perspectives
- Our employee benefits are based on a total rewards approach, offering a holistic and market-competitive suite of perks
- Flexible work arrangements (subject to your job role) and trust that you will manage your own time to deliver your best, wherever you are, and whatever works best for you